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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
New Leaders Elected for Austin Contractors & Engineers Association
The Austin Contractors & Engineers Association kicked off a new fiscal year by electing new board members and officers. - September 20, 2019 - Austin Contractors & Engineers Association
Congresswoman Brenda Lawrence, Chair of the MDP, Lavora Barnes & Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy, Headline the Inaugural Black Women in MI Politics Luncheon
On Friday, October 11, 2019 from 11:30am-1:30pm, Washtenaw Community College’s Morris Lawrence Center, will serve as a fitting back drop for Black Women in Michigan Politics (BWIMP) as they host their inaugural Annual Luncheon. This non-partisan event is designed to celebrate, encourage,... - September 20, 2019 - BWIMP
WCA Helps Teach You About "The Evolving Cyber Threat Landscape and How to Combat It"
Cyber threats continue to evolve and grow in today’s ever-changing technological landscape. Top threats include Business Email Compromise (BEC) attacks which increased by 130% in 2018 and of course, Ransomware. One wrong click by an employee can mean an infected email has worked its way into... - September 19, 2019 - WCA/BCMA
The ACEN and KABONE Announce a Partnership
Recently, the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) and the Korean Accreditation Board of Nursing Education (KABONE) signed a memorandum of understanding, which entered the organizations into a cooperative partnership. The ACEN is delighted to enter this formalized collaboration with the KABONE, seeking the best nursing program accreditation practices and eager to serve nursing students on the international scale. - September 19, 2019 - Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing
BCMA/WCA Presents "Communicating so Others Hear and Follow Your Vision"
Education Event at this year's State Conference. - September 14, 2019 - WCA/BCMA
SBID to Throw the Spotlight on Issue of Non-Payment During This Year’s Meet the Buyer Event
The Society of British and International Design (SBID) is set to tackle a persistent taboo in the interior design industry – the issue of non-payment – during one of its biggest annual events for design professionals. This all-too-common industry injustice is a challenge SBID will... - September 14, 2019 - SBID
NAWRB Introduces Weekly WHER Chat Series
In honor of the release of the 2019 NAWRB Women Housing Ecosystem Report (WHER), NAWRB invites the housing and real estate community to participate in the WHER Chat series to discuss key topics and themes in the report. Professionals and industry experts are encouraged to bring their unique perspective and overlooked problems or issues to create an informative and engaging dialogue regarding the dynamic ecosystem. - September 13, 2019 - The National Association of Women in Real Estate Businesses
Home Inventory Professional Achieves Industry Designation
The National Inventory Certification Association congratulates member Trace Sargent for achieving the Certified Inventory Specialist designation. - September 12, 2019 - National Inventory Certification Association
Six New Mentors Join the The Chairmen’s RoundTable
Accomplished executives with diverse backgrounds join in on non-profit organization’s mission to contribute to the community by helping local companies succeed - September 11, 2019 - Chairmen's RoundTable
NACCE Awarded Grant from Ratcliffe Foundation to Foster Job Creation in Skilled Trades
The National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE) has been awarded a grant by the Philip E. and Carole R. Ratcliffe Foundation to support entrepreneurs in skilled trades. The grant will be used to host the Ratcliffe Foundation 2019 Pitch Competition for the Trades. Finalists... - September 06, 2019 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
NAWRB Brought Together Senior Leadership Executives from Most Diverse Array of Industries in the Housing Ecosystem with a Gender Lens
The 2019 NAWRB 10th Anniversary Conference, Redefining Leadership, has passed, but for all the senior executive and industry expert participants, this is just the beginning of newfound relationships and forward-thinking dialogues that were formed during this informative and invigorating... - August 31, 2019 - The National Association of Women in Real Estate Businesses
Briefing Report: National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Announces Higher Education Task Force Results
At the conclusion of a major higher education task force on Equity and Workforce Innovation held in Tallahassee, Florida, today, the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE) reports the following results: Pilot project ideas resulting from a design thinking... - August 29, 2019 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
Hobby Lobby is Opening in Salinas in September and Staffing Up Now
Week long hiring event for Hobby Lobby taking place Monday, August 19 through Friday, August 23 at the Monterey County Workforce Development Board office in Salinas from 9am to 5pm. - August 15, 2019 - Monterey County Workforce Development Board
Institute for Generative Leadership Announces CEO Appointments
The Institute for Generative Leadership, also known as IGL & IGL Global, has named Andrea Bordenca as CEO IGL USA, Maribell Gonzalez as CEO IGL Latin America (LATAM), & Sameer Dua as CEO IGL Asia (previous title, IGL India). “IGL Global is committed to creating a global movement that... - August 14, 2019 - Institute for Generative Leadership
2019 NAWRB Redefining Leadership 10th Anniversary Conference – August 4-6th, 2019 at the Langham Huntington, Pasadena
NAWRB is honored to have Veronica Miracle, Reporter and Weekend Anchor for ABC7 Eyewitness News, as part of the Keynote Luncheon Mastermind Collaboration and Master of Ceremonies on Monday August 5th, 2019. Senior executives will witness and participate in a live discussion of the just released... - August 03, 2019 - The National Association of Women in Real Estate Businesses
The Smoke-Free Alternatives Trade Association and Participants of The North American Vaping Alliance Meet to Create Industry Standards
The vapor industry's first convention where manufacturing executives met to discuss and develop standards that align North American proposals in a meaningful way for safer consumer products. - July 25, 2019 - SFATA
Saudi Arabia Reviews Economic Reforms at United Nations
During the High-Profile Political Forum on Sustainable Development Saudi Arabia Reviews Economic Reforms at United Nations - July 23, 2019 - National Competitiveness Center (NCC)
Announcing the NAWRB 2019 Leadership Award Winners
Women in the Housing & Real Estate Ecosystem (NAWRB) is proud to announce the winners of the NAWRB 2019 Leadership Awards. After weeks of reviewing incredible candidates, NAWRB narrowed it down to these exceptional women leaders who are utilizing their expertise, passion and drive to redefine... - July 05, 2019 - The National Association of Women in Real Estate Businesses
The Insurance Professionals of Los Angeles, Inc. Congratulates Their Immediate Past President and Current President
IPLA congratulates Christine Chandler Tillett, PHR, CLP on her recent International Association of Insurance Professionals (IAIP) - Risk Management Professional of the Year award. Christine received the award at the IAIP International Convention. In addition, Christine also received a full scholarship from IRMI for her Construction Risk Insurance Specialist courses. Kari Woods the current President of IPLA was also awarded with a full scholarship for her ACSR designation from The Institutes. - June 29, 2019 - Insurance Professionals of Los Angeles, Inc.
Company Helps Reunite Refugee Siblings After 20+ Year Separation
Valor Global assists employee in reunion with sister previously presumed deceased. - June 22, 2019 - Valor Global
Change is Coming to America’s Job Center in Monterey County
Local job seekers can expect to see some new faces at America’s Job Center as of July 1st, 2019. ResCare Workforce Services will be providing career and training services at America’s Job Center in Salinas and at satellite offices in Marina and Greenfield. “ResCare will be... - June 20, 2019 - Monterey County Workforce Development Board
Christopher Toney Nominated by the Furniture Chamber of Commerce for the Forbes 30 Under 30 2019 Edition
WhiteGlove4Less, Founder has been nominated for the most prestigious list of young entrepreneurs in North America. Chris Toney at the age of 27, co-founded WhiteGlove4Less, LLC and served as CEO, until he recruited seasoned corporate veteran, Terry Fleming. Chris now heads up the sales department. Chris is personally responsible for over $1,000,000 in license fees and is looking to open 100 Distribution Centers in the Major USA Markets within the next 18-24 months. - June 07, 2019 - Furniture Chamber of Commerce
Morton Grove Farmers' Market Begins 10th Season June 8, 2019
The Morton Grove Farmers' Market will offer a variety of local produce, flowers, baked goods and more during its outdoor season every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. from June 8 through October 19. - June 03, 2019 - Morton Grove Chamber of Commerce
Morton Grove, Skokie & Wilmette/Kenilworth Chambers of Commerce Team Up for Annual Golf Outing June 10, 2019
For the first time, three local chambers of commerce are teaming up for an expanded networking event at the Wilmette Golf Club that will include the business leaders of the Morton Grove, Skokie & Wilmette/Kenilworth communities. - May 28, 2019 - Morton Grove Chamber of Commerce
NAWBO to Honor Its Members, Community Members at Gala Awards on June 12
Join members of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO), Phoenix Chapter, and their guests at the June 12 Annual Desert Diamonds Awards Gala. The event will be emceed by Susan Casper, host of ABC15 TV’s Sonoran Living. Get ready to be inspired by the collaboration and... - May 22, 2019 - NAWBO Phoenix
Valor Global CEO Nominated for Entrepreneur of the Year
Phoenix-based Entrepreneur Celebrated for Innovation and Growth in Information Technology. - May 20, 2019 - Valor Global
ACEN Merges Accreditation and Innovation in Atlanta This Summer
The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) is gearing up for its second annual Nursing Education Accreditation Conference, which will be hosted in Atlanta July 18–20. This year’s theme focuses on Merging Accreditation and Innovation. Participants at last year’s... - May 16, 2019 - Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing
MAREI Announces June Speaker to be Dawn Rickabaugh
The Note Queen, Dawn Rickabaugh, will be sharing why what Real Estate Professionals don’t know about Owner Financing and Notes is costing them and their clients thousands. - May 14, 2019 - Mid-America Association of Real Estate Investors
May is Deck Safety Month®
During Deck Safety Month® and throughout the year, homeowners can take advantage of resources and tools from the North American Decking and Railing Association to ensure the security and longevity of their decks. - May 01, 2019 - The North American Deck and Railing Association
Smoke-Free Alternatives Trade Association (SFATA) Responds to Recent Vaping Advertisement
The Smoke-Free Alternatives Trade Association says, "The FDA, the government and elected officials have hired a famous movie director to scare our kids. That’s what he does in his movies - makes people afraid. Except our kids aren’t dumb - they know there’s no scientific proof of what’s in this commercial. Kids won’t be lied to. They know the truth about vaping and you should too." - April 26, 2019 - SFATA
Camarillo Tourism Organization Unveils New Website
VisitCamarillo.com Debuts New User Experience and Correlating Promotion. - April 25, 2019 - Camarillo Hotel & Tourism Association
National Association of Black Journalists to Host Regional Conference in Cincinnati
“NABJ in the NATI: Surviving and Thriving” to feature award-winning journalists including Soledad O’Brien and Jamilah Lemieux. - April 23, 2019 - The National Association of Black Journalists
NAWBO Phoenix to Present May 8 Program About Automating Work to Increase Productivity
Would you like to learn how automation can free you from repetitive functions and increase productivity? A representative from the Software Company Xeia will share these tips with attendees at the Phoenix Chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO). The business program... - April 17, 2019 - NAWBO Phoenix
SFATA Uncovers an Epidemic of Misinformation About Vaping
There’s an epidemic of misinformation about vaping in the United States. SFATA, the Smoke Free Alternatives Trade Association, wants to make sure you’re getting the truth – not just the fake facts. SFATA believes that while the FDA is busy giving adults and teens an epidemic of... - April 16, 2019 - SFATA
National Association for Community Colleges Names Colleges of Excellence
National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE) recognizes entrepreneurial excellence in Community Colleges; NACCE Announces College of Excellence Winners - April 15, 2019 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
ACEC New York Presents 52nd Annual Engineering Excellence Awards; Arup Wins Top Award for The Emma and Georgina Bloomberg Center
On Saturday, April 13, 700 consulting engineers and clients attended the American Council of Engineering Companies of New York’s (ACEC New York) 52nd annual Engineering Excellence Awards Gala at the New York Midtown Hilton. Awards were presented to 130 ACEC New York member projects in the... - April 15, 2019 - ACEC New York
Empowering Women in Industry Launches Empowering Women Podcast
The Empowering Women Podcast will be hosting a launch party on Thursday April 4th at 5:00 pm CDT. If you’re in the Madison area and would like to attend, get your tickets and join the fun: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/launch-party-empowering-women-in-industry-podcast-tickets-57803865919 - April 03, 2019 - Empowering Women in Industry
April is National Home Inventory Month
The National Inventory Certification Association announces the 2nd annual recognition of National Home Inventory Month. This year the initiative has been expanded to include Small Business Inventory services as well. - March 29, 2019 - National Inventory Certification Association
Tuesday Was Meatout Day in the City of Pittsburgh, Proclaimed Mayor Peduto
The Pittsburgh Vegan Association (PVA) announces a Meatout day every March 20th, an official proclamation from Mayor Peduto and the Office of the Mayor in the city of Pittsburgh. The primary purpose of PVA is to advocate for veganism in the Pittsburgh region. One way to think about a first motion... - March 22, 2019 - Pittsburgh Vegan Association
CIS Islamic Banking and Finance Forum to be Held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Commonwealth Independent States (CIS) are a new destination for Islamic Banking & Finance. - March 21, 2019 - AlHuda Centre of Islamic Banking & Economics
NAWBO Phoenix to Present April 10 Point/Counter Point Program About Legislating Number of Women on Corporate Boards
Should publicly-owned companies be required to have a minimum number of women on their boards of directors? The Phoenix Chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) will present a point/counter point presentation on this topic for its Advocacy Day on Wednesday, April 10, 11... - March 20, 2019 - NAWBO Phoenix
National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE) Launches New Book with Maricopa Community Colleges
Co-Authors Sign New Book with Chancellor, Community College Presidents from Maricopa College System; Two Presidents Sign Entrepreneurship Pledge - March 10, 2019 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
Empowering a Billion Women, Inc. Celebrates International Woman’s Day with the Announcement of a Key New Leadership Hire at SXSW United Nations Social Media Zone
Ingrid Vanderveldt prepares EBW for growth and scale; Chandini Portteus enters leadership in the for-profit tech space - March 08, 2019 - Empowering a Billion Women by 2020
ACEA Presents the Central Texas Infrastructure Design & Construction Symposium Featured Keynote Speaker Shares Stats and Information on Future Growth
The 16th annual Central Texas Infrastructure Design & Construction Symposium at the Austin Convention Center on April 24, 2019 brings together subject matter experts to discuss the most relevant issues affecting the engineers and contractors involved in designing and building the area’s infrastructure. - March 06, 2019 - Austin Contractors & Engineers Association
For the Promotion of Halal Industry, Islamic Finance Plays an Important Role: Zubair Mughal
The Volume of Global Halal Industry is US $6.4 Trillion which is increasing continuously. - March 06, 2019 - AlHuda Centre of Islamic Banking & Economics
Local Student Mathletes® to Compete in Nevada State Math Contest
Thirty-six middle school students from Northern Nevada schools will compete in the Nevada State MATHCOUNTS® Competition Series, the nation’s premier math competition, on March 16th, 2019 at American General Contractors building at 5400 Mill St, Reno. The Northern Nevada state competition... - March 04, 2019 - Society of Women Engineers Sierra Nevada Section
Morton Grove Foundation Announces Taste of Morton Grove on March 7, 2019
The "Taste of Morton Grove" will be held on March 7, featuring a variety of local restaurants sharing their cuisine helping the Morton Grove Foundation to support many local charities. - February 28, 2019 - Morton Grove Chamber of Commerce
National Association for Advancement of Women in Insurance Celebrates Kickoff of Atlanta Community
The National Association for Advancement of Women in Insurance, (NAAWI) a network for professional, multicultural women in the insurance industry, officially hosted the group’s debut on Tuesday, February 12, 2019 with a coalition of enterprising women at the Doubletree Hotel in Tucker,... - February 27, 2019 - NAAWI
2019 USASBE Excellence in Entrepreneurship Award Recipients Announced
The United States Association of Small Business and Entrepreneurship (USASBE) celebrated its annual USASBE Excellence in Entrepreneurship Awards Program and honored educators, innovators, researchers, and leaders in entrepreneurship education. The event was held at the TradeWinds Island Grand... - February 22, 2019 - USASBE