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National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) to Celebrate 75th Anniversary

NJCAA 75th Anniversary

Colorado Springs, Colo. (PRWEB) April 11, 2012

In May of 1938, representatives from area institutions of higher learning gathered in Fresno, Calif., to form a unique collegiate athletic organization dedicated to America’s community and junior colleges. The meeting led to the adoption of a constitution and representatives in attendance formally announced the new organization as the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA).

Seventy-five years after its inaugural season (1938-39), the NJCAA is now the second-largest national intercollegiate athletic governing body in the United States with over 500 member colleges in 43 states. Recognized as the leader in two-year collegiate athletics, the NJCAA champions both athletic and academic opportunities for student-athletes in concert with its member colleges.

To commemorate its 75th Anniversary, the NJCAA will launch a year-long campaign beginning this May to celebrate the milestones, student-athletes, coaches, and administrators that have helped shape the organization and advance two-year collegiate athletics over the past eight decades.

“Throughout our illustrious history, the NJCAA has had good reason to stop and celebrate its accomplishments,” said NJCAA Executive Director Mary Ellen Leicht. “However, nothing compares to commemorating nearly eight decades of success. The NJCAA student-athlete as well as the many notable administrators, coaches and contributors have been our greatest legacy as an organization and will be the focus of our 75th Anniversary celebration.”

At the 2012 NJCAA Board of Directors Meeting in Colorado Springs, Colo., this past March, Leicht unveiled a special commemorative 75th Anniversary logo that will serve as the primary image for the organization from May 2012 to August 2013. The distinct image, created by Beam Team Design of Dallas, Texas, celebrates the significance of the organization’s special milestone as well as its leadership in college athletics. The championship banner-style icon stays true to the championship culture the organization strives for and its mountain peak icon symbolizes the achievement of ‘reaching the top’ by all former and future NJCAA student-athletes as well as representing the unique location of the organization’s national headquarters near Pikes Peak in Colorado Springs.

Throughout the 2012-13 academic year, the 75 years of the NJCAA will be highlighted utilizing various mediums, including a custom-designed section of the NJCAA website: NJCAA.org/75. Traditional press releases will be distributed to regional and national media during the 2012-13 sports season and special 75th Anniversary content will be produced for the organization’s monthly publication the NJCAA Review. The NJCAA will also use its online video network NJCAA TV- powered by iHigh . c o m, as well as its presence on social networking sites Facebook and Twitter to keep fans and followers informed on the latest 75th Anniversary news and announcements.

Member colleges will participate in the year-long celebration via several free tools designed by NJCAA Headquarters to be used on campuses across the nation. Athletic departments will be given access to download customizable schedule posters, game-day roster/program flyers, promotional posters and other items that can be co-branded with the commemorative NJCAA 75th Anniversary imagery.

Special uniform patches, decals, banners and other items will be available for member colleges to purchase through NJCAA Headquarters as well as 75th Anniversary branded equipment and merchandise from corporate partners Baden, Balfour, Rawlings, Tachikara and Wilson. These items will also be used at national championship tournaments and events during the 2012-13 year.

All championship trophies awarded for the 2012-13 season will also commemorate the 75th Anniversary thanks to the organization’s awards supplier Medalcraft Mint and student-athletes participating at national championship tournaments and events will wear a special 75th Anniversary logo patch on their uniform.

“The NJCAA is a terrific organization of which I am extremely proud to be a part,” said current NJCAA President Joe Tubb of South Plains College (Texas). “This is a tremendous opportunity for the NJCAA to celebrate its past, present and its vision for the future. I welcome all member colleges and their communities to help us celebrate the NJCAA’s 75th Anniversary.”

The NJCAA 75th Anniversary celebration will begin at the 2012 NJCAA Division I Baseball World Series in Grand Junction, Colo., May 26 – June 2. The event draws over 100,000 fans each year as they witness the best collegiate baseball teams in the nation fight for a national championship. A special 75th Anniversary ceremony is scheduled for Sunday, May 27th and will include former NJCAA Executive Director and pioneer George E. Killian.

This year’s tournament will mark the grand reopening of Lincoln Park and Sam Suplizio Field, which has hosted the NJCAA’s premier baseball championship since 1959. The complex will reopen on May 26th after an .3 million renovation that includes a new press box, renovated dugouts, reserved chair-back seating and more. For ticket information to the NJCAA Division I World Series visit http://www.jucogj.org.

ABOUT the NJCAA

The National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) is the governing body of two-year college athletics, offering athletic and academic opportunities to college students. It is the second largest national intercollegiate athletic organization in the United States with over 500 member schools in 43 states. Each year over 60,000 student-athletes compete in one of 28 different sports and the organization sponsors 48 national championship events and nine football bowl games. NJCAA Headquarters has been located in Colorado Springs, Colo., since 1985. For more visit http://www.njcaa.org.

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American Eagle Outfitters and Student Conservation Association Celebrate Earth Day with New Jeans and Conservation Projects

AEO and SCA celebrate Earth Day by planting trees for every pair of new jeans sold

Washington, DC (PRWEB) April 11, 2012

American Eagle Outfitters (NYSE: AEO) and the Student Conservation Association (SCA), the national leader in youth service and stewardship, today announced two great ways to celebrate Earth Day (April 22) throughout the nation.

    In-Store Fundraiser: American Eagle Outfitters’ will donate for every pair of jeans sold on its website or in more than 950 stores throughout the U.S. on April 20, 21 or 22, up to ,000. 77kids will donate for every pair of jeans sold up to ,000. Funds raised will support SCA volunteers in tree planting projects across the country.
    Earth Day Projects: The SCA will host Earth Day projects in 10 U.S. locations including Seattle, Chicago and Washington D.C. More than 1,000 people will clean beaches, restore parks, and remove invasive species. This effort follows SCA’s Alternative Spring Breaks at Everglades and Joshua Tree National Parks, which engaged nearly 200 college students in vital conservation and remediation projects throughout the month of March. Both projects are sponsored by American Eagle Outfitters.

“American Eagle Outfitters customers can now support the environment and refresh their wardrobe at the same time,” states American Eagle Outfitters Foundation Director Marcie Eberhart. “We’re also excited to be a part of the SCA Earth Day projects in so many convenient locations throughout the U.S.”

Over the past several years, American Eagle Outfitters has supported SCA in a variety of ways. The company has underwritten SCA’s national recruiting outreach to more than 1 million college, university, and high school students; provided clothing and gear for SCA field participants; and conducted numerous point-of-purchase promotions in its stores. Additionally, AEO has generated significant awareness for SCA and its programs through its social network of more than six million followers, in-store signage, and a 25-story LED billboard atop AEO’s Times Square flagship store in New York City. “While American Eagle Outfitters and SCA have similar audiences, it’s our common values that make this partnership so awesome,” says SCA senior vice president Jamie Patten. “They’re always looking to do the right thing for all the right reasons. We could not ask for a better corporate partner.”

SCA Earth Day projects will be held at the following locations:

April 14

    Manchester, NH, Audubon Center
    Seattle, Washington Park Arboretum
April 21

    Chicago, Humboldt Park
    Detroit, Belle Isle Conservancy
    Houston, Sheldon Lake State Park
    Northwest Washington, near Seattle, Olympic National Park
    Oakland, CA, Dimond Park
    Philadelphia, John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge
    Pittsburgh, Riverview Park
    Washington, D.C., Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens National Park

For more information on how to get involved with SCA or participate in one of the Earth Day projects, please visit http://www.thesca.org.

About American Eagle Outfitters, Inc.

American Eagle Outfitters, Inc. (NYSE: AEO) is a leading global specialty retailer offering high-quality, on-trend clothing, accessories and personal care products at affordable prices under its American Eagle Outfitters®, Aerie® and 77kids® brands. The company operates more than 1,000 stores in North America, and ships to 77 countries worldwide through its websites. American Eagle Outfitters and Aerie merchandise also is available at approximately 25 international franchise stores in 10 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.ae . c o m.

About the Student Conservation Association

The Student Conservation Association is the only national organization that develops tomorrow’s conservation leaders by providing high school and college students with service opportunities in all 50 states, from urban communities to national parks and forests. More than 4,000 SCA members annually render over two million hours of service to America’s public lands. Since 1957, SCA has helped to develop new generations of conservation leaders, inspire lifelong stewardship, and save the planet. SCA is based in Washington, D.C., and maintains regional offices in Anchorage, AK; Boise, ID; Charlestown, NH; Oakland, CA; Pittsburgh, PA and Seattle, WA. For further information, visit http://www.thesca.org.

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Medical Tourism Company Signs Large Contract with Benefits Association

Concord, CA (PRWEB) October 29, 2009

A break-through contract was announced today between WorldMed Assist, a leading medical tourism company, and International Association of Benefits. IAB is a nonprofit organization with thousands of members across the United States.

Founded in 1982, the primary focus of IAB is to make a positive influence in the lives of families and individuals by providing affordable access to a variety of benefits which include savings on medical and nonmedical services that in most cases are available only to large groups and companies. Thanks to the contract with WorldMed, IAB’s members can now save even more money on their health care by having certain medical procedures done overseas at five-star facilities at steeply reduced prices, with every step of their journey facilitated by WorldMed.

“With no near-term sign of reduced health care costs in the United States, medical tourism has become a very attractive option for individuals and companies that is available right now,” said WorldMed Assist CEO Wouter Hoeberechts. “Our contract with IAB represents the first contract with an association of its kind for the medical tourism industry.”

“We believe this agreement can certainly be beneficial for our members in its own right,” said Jerry Clark, President of IAB. “We are always looking to provide the highest quality and value to our members.”

Fairmont Specialty, one of IAB’s strategic partners, also recognizes the value of this new partnership. Fairmont, a division of Crum & Forster, provides limited medical insurance benefits to some members within the IAB association. “Medical Tourism can significantly reduce the out of pocket medical costs for IAB members,” said Gary McGeddy, Executive Vice President of Fairmont.

WorldMed Assist’s international health care facilities, now in India, Korea, Mexico, Costa Rica, Turkey and Belgium, are carefully vetted. “New facilities are added only after an intense, multi-day, on-site evaluation that looks deeply into quality, training and experience of its medical personnel and assesses its customer care attitude and capabilities,” said Hoeberechts.

“Restoring our patients to good health at a cost they can afford is our sole mission. A heart bypass, for example, averages 9,000 in the U.S. and by having surgery through WorldMed’s international network, the cost of the same surgery can be around ,000.”

IAB, in turn, scrutinized a number of medical travel facilitators before choosing WorldMed Assist. “WorldMed’s reputation is stellar and they came though our due diligence process as a clear winner. We’re confident in the quality of care their services and network will deliver to our members,” said IAB’s Vice President of Business Operations, Danny Gray. “This addition of a medical travel option to their benefits lets our members select from among the world’s best doctors at top-notch facilities for surgery.”

About WorldMed Assist

Experts in medical tourism, WorldMed Assist’s mission is to improve lives by helping patients receive high quality medical treatment abroad at affordable prices. Waiting times are virtually eliminated, track records are proven, and facilities are state-of-the-art. WorldMed Assist coordinates and simplifies every aspect of care and travel. WorldMed Assist also provides medical tourism as an option for self-insured businesses seeking expanded and affordable health care options for employees. For more information about how medical tourism would fit with your company’s health plan, visit http://www.worldmedassist . c o m.

International Association of Benefit’s Commitment

IAB is committed to making a positive influence in the lives of families and individuals by providing affordable access to a variant of benefits which include savings on medical and non-medical services that in most cases are available only to large groups and companies. By educating its members on these benefits it is the association’s goal to enhance their lifestyle.

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DataChambers CEO Named Chairman of the North Carolina Technology Association

Winston Salem, NC (PRWEB) February 1, 2010

Winston-Salem, N.C. (PRWEB) February 1, 2010 — DataChambers, a North Carolina-based technology firm, today announced that its CEO Nicholas Kottyan will serve as 2010 chairman of the North Carolina Technology Association (NCTA), the primary voice of the technology industry in North Carolina.

“Despite a challenging economy, NCTA has experienced significant growth and nearly doubled the number of new members who joined last year,” Kottyan said. “That bodes well for the future of the industry and the agenda NCTA is pursuing.”

During 2009, NCTA announced a major initiative to promote job growth and improve information technology education across North Carolina. The platform included research and development incentives, tax structures and appropriations to encourage job creation, and a renewed emphasis on education in science, technology, engineering and math.

“I look forward to building on the important work we began last year and advocating for policies that will benefit North Carolinians statewide,” Kottyan said.

Kottyan has previously served as NCTA’s vice chairman and as its VP of membership. He has more than 25 years of experience in the technology field and has headed both publicly traded and privately held firms.

Kottyan is a former senior vice president of CT Communications Inc., a local telephone company in Concord, N.C., where he led an expansion into new long distance, wireless PCS and Internet services markets. He also founded Teledial America of North Carolina and served as CEO of both Peak 10 Inc. and Phone America of Carolina.

At DataChambers, Kottyan has helped the company expand its operations and grow its way through one of the most challenging economic periods on record – offering solutions that help cash-strapped companies get more out of their limited information technology budgets.

About NCTA

The North Carolina Technology Association’s mission is “Making North Carolina #1 in Technology and Technology #1 in North Carolina.” The organization does this through three main focus areas: executive engagement, public affairs and a knowledge workforce. For more information, visit http://www.nctechnology.org.

About DataChambers

DataChambers is a full-service information technology and managed services provider specializing in 24×7 information technology management solutions, business continuity solutions, secure co-location services for mission-critical information technology infrastructure, and electronic data storage and vaulting. The company is SAS 70 Type II audited and meets rigorous national standards for safeguarding client systems and data. DataChambers’ 140,000+-square-foot headquarters in Winston-Salem, N.C., is based on the company’s 80-acre campus. For more information, visit http://www.DataChambers . c o m.

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Champion Racing Oils to Attend 39th Annual Performance Warehouse Association (PWA) Conference

(PRWEB) January 18, 2012

PWA is an organization of specialty automotive parts wholesalers dealing with management, financial, logistical, legislative matters. In recent years, this private sector has been under attack by consumer groups, governmental agencies, and labor pressures that make it impossible to defend themselves against all of these highly organized groups alone. The conference is an opportunity for manufacturers and distributors to discuss issues as well as sales and marketing policies and programs.

Champion Racing Motor Oils products contain Champion’s proprietary TVS® (Thermal Viscosity Stabilizer), special lubricity modifiers, and a premium level of anti-wear additives which includes a high quantity of ZDDP. These additives are proven to meet the lubrication demands of competition engines, creating a tough film strength, which controls wear and provides more horsepower and torque in Dynamometer testing.

Champion Racing Motor Oils are suitable for use in all competition and race engines, especially those using flat tappet and/or roller cams operating at high RPMs and requiring high-pressure (stiff) valve springs. These new racing oils are offered in a popular range of multi-viscosity SAE grades and are formulated to meet the demands of most of today’s high performance race engines.

Champion Brands Blue Flame® Performance Diesel Motor Oils are formulated with workhorse performance additives, superior protection, advanced polymer technology, and high TBN, supported by a carrier blend of synthetic and conventional base fluids.

In addition, Champion Brands Blue Flame® Diesel Motor Oil delivers unmatched high temperature film strength and lubricity protection, has the muscle to combat oil shear, maximizes and sustains cylinder compression, and is proven to increase engine horse power and torque.

About the company: Champion Brands, LLC, is a globally recognized industry leader in specialty lubricants for over 55 years. Champion Brands, LLC also produces and blends over 300 products including fuel, oil, engine additives, and lubricants for the racing, automotive, heavy truck, agricultural, industrial, and specialty markets. For more information about the Champion Rebate Offer contact your nearest Champion distributor, or call Champion at 800-821-5693 or 660-885-8151. Champion Brands, LLC; 1001 Golden Drive, Clinton, MO, or go to http://ChampionsUseChampion . c o m.

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CeBIT 2012: PDF Association has the Answers to Your Questions about PDF Standards and Solutions

Berlin, Germany (PRWEB) February 01, 2012

With a particular focus on “Managing Trust”, CeBIT 2012 will be putting the spotlight on issues of protection and security in the digital world. PDF has an important role to play in this debate as it can influence the efficiency of linked processes and operational divisions in a variety of ways. In a world where security breaches are daily news, enterprises are coming to the conclusion that it is important to adhere to ISO standards, especially when dealing with popular file types such as PDF.

PDF/A in particular has established itself as a long-term archiving format; many businesses and public institutions are implementing PDF/A for strategic purposes in their core business and as a general requirement in IT projects. This inevitably results in numerous, complex questions about carrying out specific, individual PDF projects. The PDF Association’s experts can provide comprehensive support and complete explanations, including uses for the various PDF/A standards. For example, we can demonstrate fields of application for PDF/UA (Universal Accessibility) or explain how PDF/VT (V for Variable Data Printing, T for Transactional Printing) can optimize output management processes.

“The PDF standards field is constantly changing, creating a real need for education and information,” explains Olaf Drümmer, chairman of the PDF Association board. “The growing significance of PDF as a completely open digital document format means that future standards need to reflect current business and compliance requirements.”

The standards continue to evolve; some noteworthy developments include:

The PDF standard itself (ISO 32000) is an important milestone. In handing over control of the PDF format to the ISO, Adobe gave the international PDF community the opportunity to shape the future development of the PDF within the ISO’s framework, with Adobe’s continuing involvement in the process.

The still relatively new PDF/VT standard is gaining increasing influence in the output management sector. It is intended for high-volume printing with a particular need to preserve documents’ aesthetic appeal. PDF/VT is based on the PDF/X standard, which has been in widespread use in the printing industry for a decade, and adds new performance features that are indispensable for output management.

PDF/UA is now close to publication. The international standard for universally accessible PDF is important for organizations that are required to adhere to accessibility directives (including Section 508 in the USA, Canada’s “Common Look and Feel Standard” and the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) in the United Kingdom). PDF/UA provides the features that standards such as WCAG 2.0 and the German equivalent BITV 2.0 have already achieved in the online world; clear specifications for ensuring effective accessibility, not just for websites but for PDF files too. PDF/UA is currently in the DIS (Draft International Standard) stage and is expected to be published in mid-2012.

The following PDF Association members will be attending CeBIT 2012:

ABBYY Europe GmbH: Hall 3, Stand F16

callas software GmbH: Hall 3, Stand A18

DocPath Corp.: Hall 3, Stand B19/1

icon Systemhaus GmbH: Hall 3, Stand A18

IntraFind Software AG: Hall 3, Stand D34/1

Janich & Klass GmbH: Hall 3, Stand J30

LuraTech Europe GmbH: Hall 3, Stand A18

microform GmbH: Hall 3, Stand J30

OPTIMAL SYSTEMS GmbH: Hall 3, Stand J18

SRZ GmbH & Co.KG: Hall 3, Stand G30

Zöller & Partner GmbH: Hall 3, Stand A18

About the PDF Association

Formerly known as the PDF/A Competence Center, the PDF Association is an international organization promoting awareness and adoption of open standards in digital document applications using PDF technology.

The association facilitates communication, connections and the sharing of expertise and experience with interested parties worldwide. The current membership includes over 100 enterprises and numerous individual subject-matter experts from more than 20 countries.

The management board includes industry leaders from callas software GmbH, Compart AG, Crawford Technologies Inc., intarsys consulting GmbH, LuraTech Europe GmbH and NetCentric US. The association’s chairman is Olaf Drümmer, CEO of callas software GmbH. Duff Johnson, President of NetCentric US is the deputy chairman.

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Oakland Rockridge Neighborhood Association Announces the Valentine Jazz & Wine Stroll will Take Place Feb. 10

Oakland, CA (PRWEB) February 07, 2012

Couples and families will have a blast on Friday, Feb. 10 when College Avenue merchants will be open from 5 to 8 p.m. and restaurants will be open from 5 p.m. to closing to celebrate the Valentine Jazz & Wine Stroll at Oakland Rockridge Neighborhood Association. Top jazz musicians of the Bay Area will be playing live as customers stroll through the boutiques, stores, restaurants and art galleries.

Show the loved ones a great time, whether that loved one is a significant other, children, parent or friend. Shopping locally is not only fun but also benefits the local community in general. For each dollar spent in the Rockridge Business District, 60 cents of that dollar stays within the community.

The Jazz and Wine Stroll happens several times per year, including around the holidays and over Thanksgiving, back in November. The theme of that event was “Rockridge in the Snow.”

“I used to live in Rockridge on College Ave. This is such a wonderful neighborhood. There’s great shopping and restaurants to explore. It’s a great place to take a walk on a nice day. With the Rockridge BART nearby, getting into San Fran is quick and easy,” Joshua G., a former resident who has since relocated to New York, wrote on Yelp . c o m

For more information on both events, please visit the Rockridge District Association’s website at http://www.rockridgedistrict . c o m.

About Rockridge Neighborhood

The Oakland Rockridge Neighborhood Association, a Business Improvement District (BID), is dedicated to enhancing Rockridge through public works as well as promotional and beautification initiatives to make a strong, vibrant, diverse business center and shopping district. Rockridge, Oakland’s leading district in retail sales, is located along pedestrian-friendly College Avenue. Lined with trees, inviting storefronts, cafes and restaurants, the district combines urban sophistication with a relaxed paced. Rockridge boasts a concentration of eclectic, independently owned retail stores, restaurants and art galleries in the East Bay, which makes it a desirable destination for visitors and neighbors alike.

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Panama City Local Chapter of National Association of Professional Women Launched With a Focus on the NAPW Tools Available to Business Owners

Garden City, NY (PRWEB) January 24, 2012

The NAPW Panama City Local Chapter began its meeting at 6:00pm on January 14th, 2012 at Panera Bread located on 23rd St of Panama City, Florida. Trish Morrissette, Chapter President, opened the networking meeting by welcoming everyone. She then talked about the Panama City Chapter, which has just been activated with her as the President.

The Panama City Local Chapter had previously met for a pre-launch dinner at Panera Bread on December 17th, 2011. It was the perfect setting for a small group to talk and discuss the premier of the local chapter for Panama City. Trish Morrissette had kicked off the meeting by welcoming everyone, briefly speaking about the premier of the Panama City Chapter and upcoming ideas for the 2012 year. Members were asked to introduce themselves and tell a little bit about their business. They were also asked to be thinking on creative ideas for the chapter as well as ideas on how to market the local chapter so that they could bring in new members. The Launch meeting in January followed a similar agenda.

Trish introduced Vicki Drown as the Vice President of the Local Chapter. She provided guest-attendees with information on NAPW though many were already familiar with the organization. Brochures were passed out to be read, discussions were held about the history of NAPW, networking within the organization and utilizing the tools to network beyond the organization. The Chapter also discussed the NAPW website and information on how to become a member. Guests were provided with membership levels and associated benefits, as well as contact information for the Membership Services division to call and discuss their personal needs with a Membership Coordinator. Guests were advised that they could apply for membership online as well. Next, the chapter moved right in to the most important part of each meeting, individual introductions and networking.

Trish formally introduced herself as the President of the Panama City Local Chapter for NAPW. She also discussed her company, Professional Translations, Inc. She is the President/CEO of Professional Translations, and she also talked about her top clients as well as how much of her business came out of the Panama City area. Trish expressed her interest in expanding her business in the Panama City area by networking more and increasing her marketing budget. “I feel that NAPW is a great opportunity to expand my networking circle,” she said.

Vicki Drown was excited to be an official member of the NAPW Panama City Local Chapter. She was also nominated as the Vice President of the Chapter and is looking forward to all the opportunities and exposure that this will provide. Vicki discussed her role as an independent sales consultant for the company Pure Romance. She also gave out fabulous samples for guests to try.

Omecia Langston is currently in school to get her degree, but she has a non-profit organization that she is looking to expand by networking and joining the NAPW organization. Omecia spends her time feeding the needy and the homeless, particularly during the holiday seasons of Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Karen White is a Mary Kay consultant. She specializes in providing facials and is very interested in how NAPW can help her expand her business.

Jeraldine Dickinson is a full time RN nurse who does Home Healthcare. “I am currently exploring the idea of becoming an entrepreneur,” Jeraldine said. “I feel that NAPW would be a great organization to help her to get started in the right direction.”

Felicia Massilieno is the owner of Fancy Dollar. She sells beautiful costume jewelry at the inexpensive cost of .00 per item. In her shop, you can find accessories such as earrings, necklaces, bracelets, rings, headbands, scarves, and more. Felicia is extremely excited about getting started with NAPW.

Zenovia Andrews is the co-pastor of Kingdom Agenda International Ministries. She is looking to expand her church brand by networking with professional women all over the Panhandle region, and she is excited about all the wonderful things that NAPW has to offer.

Jocelyn Mathis is the co-pastor of Marketplace Ambassadors International School of Prophets. She is also looking to expand her church brand by networking with professional women all over the Panhandle region, and she is also excited about all the wonderful things that NAPW has to offer.

Catrina Garrett is owner of Classy Classy Designs. She designs and sells jewelry at a low, inexpensive cost. Catrina wore examples of her jewelry for everyone to have a look at. She is interested in networking and expanding her business and feels that NAPW would be a great opportunity for her.

After everyone introduced themselves and their businesses, the group discussed many ideas that may be implemented in future meetings in the upcoming year. The Chapter decided to have their meetings every 3rd Saturday of each month, starting at 6:30pm CST. They also discussed how each member could present a topic of interest to the group, or bring samples of their work.

The location for the next meeting will be announced on the Chapter Page on NAPW . c o m. Vicki Drown will do a special presentation on her business, Pure Romance.

The National Association of Professional Women (NAPW) is the largest and most recognized network of female professionals. NAPW provides a forum where women can interact, exchange ideas, educate, network, and empower. NAPW Local Chapters allow members to maximize their experience through meetings, networking opportunities, and professional events.

For additional information regarding the NAPW Panama City Local Chapter and/or NAPW please visit http://www.napw . c o m.

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The Healthcare Survival Guide Wins Prestigious Independent Book Publishers Association Benjamin Franklin Award

The Healthcare Survival Guide wins Benjamin Franklin Award for Best First Book (non-fiction)

Plymouth Meeting, PA (Vocus) June 16, 2010

The Independent Book Publishers Association has named The Healthcare Survival Guide winner of a 2010 Benjamin Franklin Award for Best First Book (Non-Fiction).

“This little book is packaged full of useful information – information that can be invaluable to Americans who find themselves without or soon to be without employment.” Said one of the Benjamin Franklin Award judges, “It provides little known solutions to the novice and the accompanying website is also very helpful and has an extensive list of relevant information.”

“It’s a wonderful honor to win this prestigious award,” said Martin Rosen, coauthor of The Healthcare Survival Guide and Chief Marketing Officer, Executive Vice President and cofounder of Health Advocate, Inc., “We hope that this increased exposure allows more people to find the book and get the help they need.”

Released in September of 2009, The Healthcare Survival Guide contains money-saving advice for unemployed workers who have lost their employer-paid healthcare, but it also includes tips for anyone who wants to save on their medical costs. The book encourages all Americans to take an active role in their healthcare by becoming empowered health consumers. The book, which is available as a free download at http://www.healthcaresurvivalguide . c o m, shows consumers how to comparison-shop for coverage and procedures, obtain medical care and medications free or for a discount, negotiate fees with their doctors, learn about COBRA and other government sponsored programs, and much more.

“People have really responded to the book since its release,” said Abbie Leibowitz, M.D., coauthor of The Healthcare Survival Guide and Chief Medical Officer, Executive Vice President and cofounder of Health Advocate, Inc. “With unemployment rates remaining high and individuals taking on an increasing role in their own healthcare, we wanted to provide a road map to help them.”

The Benjamin Franklin Awards are judged by a panel of 180 book industry experts including buyers at wholesale and retail levels, librarians, book critics, design experts, and independent publishing consultants.

To see the full list of finalists and winners, visit the IBPA’s website: http://www.pma-online.org

The Healthcare Survival Guide is available for no cost as a digital download on the book’s website http://www.healthcaresurvivalguide . c o m. Hard copies are sold by various retailers including Barnes & Noble, Amazon, and Borders for .95 with partial proceeds going to charity. Retailers, libraries and other organizations can order the book in quantity through Baker & Taylor book distributors http://www.baker-taylor . c o m.

About IBPA, the Independent Book Publishers Association

IBPA, with more than 3,500 members, is the largest trade association representing independent publishers. Founded in 1983, its mission is to advance the professional interests of independent publishers. For more information, contact Jessica Parker-Smith at Health Advocate Publishing at 610-397-7753. For a complete listing of finalists and to view the award winners in each of the 54 categories, check out the IBPA website at http://www.IBPA-online.org.

About Health Advocate

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