Pulitzer Prize-Winning Journalist Nicholas Kristof to Speak at Atlanta Women's Foundation Fundraising Luncheon
November 12 Event Features Expert on Global Women's Rights and co-author of "Half the Sky: Turning Oppression Into Opportunity for Women Worldwide" Read More
Daybook Inc. joins Green Chamber of the South as Media Sponsor
Atlanta Daybook and Nashville Daybook will now carry Green Chamber of the South news and events. Read More
The Colors of Love: Multicultural Dating Agency Answer to Dating Shortage for African American Women?
The headlines read Black women are less likely to be married at the age of 30 than their White, Asian, and Hispanic counterparts. They're intelligent, successful, financially able, beautiful but single. Local agency could be the answer! Read More
25th Annual National Black MBA Association Luncheon
Kevin Liles, former Executive Vice President of Warner Music Group, founder and CEO of KWL Enterprises, author and philanthropist, headlines the event on Friday, October 16th. Read More
Alpharetta's North Point Park Enters Close Out
Domain Realty, Inc. is excited to enter the final close out sales period at North Point Park. The Alpharetta, Ga. office condominium, the largest in Georgia, is made up of 47 buildings that will provide 263,447 square feet of office space when complete. Read More
YMCA Head Start Academy Opens in West End
Children who attend a quality early childhood program are 33 percent more likely to graduate from high school than those who did not. Read More
Social Real Estate Chicago Conference Sept. 29
Registration and sponsorships are now open for Social Real Estate Chicago, a one-day conference for builders, developers, marketers and job seekers in the real estate industry. Read More
CareerSeasons.com Helps Atlanta Professionals Build Their Online Brand through Blogging
A Talent Hub launched this week with the objective of helping Atlanta professionals build their online brand through blogging. At launch Career Seasons is Georgia's largest online career resource aggregator. Atlanta professionals now have a one stop career shop as their career evolves. Read More
Park Springs Couple Celebrates 60th Anniversary
Park Springs Members James and Caroline Gammell recently celebrated their 60th Annivesary. Find out why Park Springs is an ideal fit for this couple. Read More
"Humanity Rocks: A Celebration With a Cause"
The International Association of Exhibitions and Events (IAEE) and GES have collaborated to create a spectacular event that gives back to the local community. Read More
GCN / ANP Annual Nonprofit Day at Turner Field
Please join us on September 20, 2009 at Turner Field as the Atlanta Brave's take on the Philadelphia Phillies. Bring your family and friends to watch the Brave's batting practice at 11:00 and come for networking with the Atlanta Nonprofit Professionals in the Hank Aaron Room at 11:30. Read More
Views From the Top: CEOs and Their Trusted PR Counsel Work Together at the Executive Table
Whether it's getting a seat at the table, gaining easy access to top leadership or convincing executives of the value of PR, the path is not always easy or clear. Join us on Oct. 1 to learn how to effectively contribute to a company's business strategy and long-term vision. Read More
Leadership DeKalb to Host In-Depth Educational Forum on Health Care Reform
Leadership DeKalb will present a comprehensive educational forum on health care and the proposed federal legislation on Friday, September 18. An expert panel will explore "Health Care for Americans: A Right or a Privilege?" Read More
Atlanta Press Club Annual Gorilla Ball Sept. 19 at Zoo Atlanta
Join the Atlanta Press Club for a night of raucous laughter at the 2009 Gorilla Ball as we enjoy the hilarious blunders and boo-boos of our local television stations. The event will be held at the iconic Zoo Atlanta on Saturday, Sept. 19. Reserve your ticket now! Read More
CCCS sets date for third-annual purse auction: Purse Strings 2010 will be April 22 at The Foundry at Puritan Mill
Buy a bag. Change a life. Powerful "purse party with a purpose" empowers women to take charge of their finances. Read More
12th Annual IMPACT Awards Recognizing Atlanta Corporations
Join the Corporate Volunteer Council of Atlanta Thursday, Sept. 17 as they honor this year's finalists and winners and present $30,000 in nonprofit grants Read More
Alex Marchetti, President of Whitestone Marketing & the DMA Atlanta, Hosts a USPS Panel Discussion on What's Next
Find out what the USPS has planned and how it will change the way you do business Read More
TiE Atlanta Gala Celebrates Spirit of Full-Circle Entrepreneurship with Bernie Marcus
The evening's entertainment to include the Entanglement Circus Troupe, the Da Raaj Bhangra Team, and the students of the Narasimha Academy of Arts. Entrepreneurial icon and philanthropist Bernie Marcus to speak at mostly sold out event. Read More
Creating a Supportive Workplace
Last year, more than 5,000 Georgia women were diagnosed with breast cancer, and many of them were working women. How can you be supportive? Join Kelly Dolan, Atlanta's executive director of the Susan G. Komen for the Cure, for a conversation about breast cancer. Read More
Saturday, Sept. 26: Free Day in Georgia's State Parks & Historic Sites
Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites is offering free admission on Saturday, September 26 as part of National Public Lands Day. The statewide celebration at all 63 parks and historic sites is a way to thank park visitors and volunteers for their support. Read More
Private Bank of Buckhead designated ‘Preferred Lender'
Private Bank of Buckhead (www.PrivateBankofBuckhead.com) has been awarded Preferred Lender Participant status by the U.S. Small Business Administration. Preferred Lenders are allowed to expedite the processing of SBA loans because of their depth of experience with SBA lending. Read More
Celebrate the Season with Rainbow Village on October 4th!
Join Jon Agri, sommelier and owner of Quanto Basta Ristorante in Cumming as he hosts the 2nd Annual "Celebrate the Season" Dinner, Wine Tasting and Auction on Sunday October 4, benefiting the families of Rainbow Village. Read More
The Constitution Comes Alive!
Celebrate the signing of the U. S. Constitution with events at the National Archives at Atlanta and Clayton State University. On this date Americans celebrate the world's oldest written national constitution still in effect. It marks a milestone in our history. Read More
Stewart Cink Discusses Living in the PGA Spotlight & Atlanta Press Club Auctions 4 Pairs of Tickets to THE TOUR
Join Stewart Cink, the 2009 British Open champion and Georgia Tech alumnus, for candid conversation about his career as a professional golfer before he competes in the THE TOUR Championship at East Lake and also get a chance to bid on a pair of weekly ticket books for THE TOUR Championship Read More
AMA Teams Up with the Braves for a Great Night of Fun and Sports Marketing
Join us for a fun night at Turner Field to network with members of the Atlanta Braves marketing team, as well as up-and-coming marketing professionals. Read More
Tips and Tricks- A Full Day Workshop for New and Small Nonprofits on September 16
You Have a Great Mission, But Do You Know How to Run the Business? Nonprofit University, along with the Foundation Center, will present a workshop for new and small nonprofits about how to start, and successfully run, a nonprofit from a business perspective. Read More
Date JCPenney begins its Holiday advertising blitz: November 15th.
Date Macy’s kicked off its campaign: November 7th.
Date Target kicks off its holiday campaign: November 26th (day after Thanksgiving).
(AdAge)
Rank of the iPad among all best technological inventions of 2010: 1.
Of Flipboard, the app for mobile devices: 2.
Of Looksie (a camera worn over the ear): 3.
(Time)
Percentage of US adults who smoke cigarettes: 20.6%.
Percentage of high school students: 19.5%.
Number of smokers every day: 1,000.
Number of people each year whose deaths are attributed to smoking related causes: 400,000.
Cost each year to treat smoking related health problems: $96 billion.
(NY Times)
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— Steven Wright
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As AT&T;’s top executive in charge of emerging devices, he’s focused way beyond the next smart phone or tablet. I talked with Glenn about the smart house and car...and what it’s like to be AT&T;’s primary executive in charge of the Steve Jobs/Apple relationship.
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