Elite training facility for professionals, local youth Oct 9, 2009
Athletes Performance has firmly established itself as the world leader in providing integrated performance training services to elite athletes. From its elite facilities in Arizona, Southern California and Florida, the company has trained many of the Top Performers in Sport, from NFL first round picks (9 in 2009) to NFL veterans (over 180 currently in the NFL), from MLB All-Stars (8 in 2009) to World Cup heroes (U.S. Women's Soccer, German Men's Soccer) and world-class teams such as the Los... (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Japan and AfDB Commit U.S.D 1 Million Technical Assistance Grant for SME Capacity Building in Africa Oct 7, 2009
Only SMEs that meet specific criteria can obtain a partial subsidy for the placement and training services from the ATMS project. The Fund for African Private Sector Assistance (FAPA) is a component of the Enhanced Private Sector Assistance Initiative (EPSA), a billion-dollar joint initiative of Japan and the AfDB to promote private sector development in Africa. (allAfrica.com)
Seafood inspection company Surefish bought Oct 2, 2009
Surefish provides seafood auditing, consulting and training services at locations in Seattle, Bellingham, Alaska, South Korea and Vietnam. It employs 19 staff people. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
Healthstream, Quorum share services Sep 23, 2009
The partnership allows Quorum to offer its hospital clients learning and research services from HealthStream, while HealthStream will be able to offer its hospital clients QHR s consulting and training services. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. (Nashville Business Journal, TN)
Traditional job to small business Sep 19, 2009
Develop new equipment; open sporting goods store; offer personal training services; start a sports camp ... Open a grooming business; offer pet training services; open a doggie daycare facility; start a dog walking service. (The Clarion-Ledger)
iMergent, Inc. Announces Change of Auditor Sep 17, 2009
The company sells its proprietary software and training services which help users build Internet strategies to allow entrepreneurs and businesses to market and sell their products, accept online orders, analyze marketing performance and manage pricing and customers over the Internet. In addition to software and training, iMergent offers site development, web hosting and search engine optimization (SEO). (Primezone Releases)
Upcoming Events Sep 13, 2009
The UMass Sports Medicine Mission Statement: The University of Massachusetts' athletic training facility offers high quality athletics training services to intercollegiate student-athletes. The underlying philosophy of Sports Medicine Program is to ensure the student-athlete's health care needs come first. (Umassathletics.com)
CACI wins $47M for disaster management Sep 11, 2009
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Coquille gathers funds for new police officer Sep 10, 2009
The chief plans have all his officers EMT certified in January and to pay for additional yearly training services. Tags. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Kaiser Permanente grants $1M to fund NorCal programs for the poor Sep 9, 2009
They were made in amounts of $50,000 and $75,000 to 17 organizations that offer essential services ranging from food and shelter to debt management counseling and job training services. Targeted organizations are located in areas disproportionately affected by the recession, Kaiser said, based on indicators such as unemployment, poverty and foreclosure rates. (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
Potential changes could be in store for WBRW Sep 5, 2009
Fiscus said this new CMC framework would alter WBRW in several capacities by offering surrounding communities the chance to join the CMC, combining the Romeo Film Production Office with WBRW, changing the day-to-day operations of the building, offering a variety of training services to the community and providing the community more opportunities to create unique content for broadcast. "After nine months we finally have an idea way smarter than anything I could have come up with," said O'Leary,... (Shelby Twp Advisor & Source, MI)
Stimulus funds lift WIB budget Sep 4, 2009
We re adding staff to help with one-stop services and on-the-job training services, said James Finamore, executive director, who said most of the budget is for services, not administrative costs. Finamore said foot traffic at four one-stop centers has increased over the last year and while private sector industries have experienced layoffs, salary reductions and holds raises, he is sensitive to the message of his not-for-profit increasing salaries. (Buffalo Business First, NY)
Triton Announces the Launch of ATMGurus Sep 2, 2009
New Company to Specialize in Multi-Brand ATM Parts, Repair & Training Services. MEMPHIS, Tenn. (PR Newswire)
Slomak-Marks (2) Sep 1, 2009
He is vice president of Knopman Financial Training Services in New York. An April wedding is planned. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Business notes Aug 30, 2009
A nonprofit organization, Experience Works offers job training services in Minnesota through the Senior Community Service Employment Program. The community-based program helps low-income, mature individuals enter the workforce, secure more challenging positions, move into new career areas or supplement their incomes. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
New Tulare job center set to open Monday Aug 29, 2009
The One-Stop center will provide employment assistance, training services and Internet access for job-seekers, and recruiting and training services for businesses. C-SET also will offer its energy, housing and youth programs from the One-Stop center as well. (Fresno Bee)
Small business grants help spread the digital word Aug 25, 2009
The Federal Government is enticing training services to help small businesses strengthen their online presence. As part of the Government's $10 million Small Business Online program, training providers can apply for access grants of between $50,000 and $500,000 to teach small business owners about the benefits of the digital world. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Pop and circumstance Aug 25, 2009
The STWBC provides education, counseling, and training services to aspiring entrepreneurs and established business owners. For more information on the upcoming symposium, visit www. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Elizabeth McCaughey Resigns As Director of Cantel Medical Aug 22, 2009
We also provide technical maintenance for our products and offer compliance training services for the transport of infectious and biological specimens. For more information please visit. (PR Newswire)
Ghana: Gov't to Integrate Employment Policy Into 2010 Budget Aug 22, 2009
"It is obvious that the public sector institutions are not patronizing the management training services of the MDPI. The ministry will adopt pragmatic measures to encourage public sector institutions to access the management training services as a strategy for human resource development". The minister cunningly dodged questions on employment freeze in the public sector. (allAfrica.com)
Star fillies return with reputations on the line Aug 21, 2009
Peter Moody's unbeaten three-year-old Black Caviar returns in the Arrow Training Services Plate at Moonee Valley. The Gai Waterhouse-trained More Joyous, owned by advertising guru John Singleton, hits the track in the Silver Shadow Stakes at Randwick. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Baron Center, Transforming Organizations & Changing Lives Aug 20, 2009
Known for pioneering workplace violence prevention programs, BCI is a San Diego-based consulting firm that offers a variety of behaviorally-focused consulting and training services designed to promote peaceful and productive workplaces. With special expertise in behavioral interventions and threat assessment, BCI also focuses on leadership coaching, organizational values and culture assessments and strategic human resources management. (PR Newswire)
Africa: How to Boost U.S.-Africa Trade [guest column] Aug 20, 2009
Thirdly, the Obama administration should help strengthen the capacity of Africa s private sector by increasing significantly its investment in business training services and credit facilities. Without a stronger private sector, American companies will not have the strong commercial partners they need, and African companies will not be able to exploit their natural advantage in export diversification and local market expansion. (allAfrica.com)
Number of those seeking crisis help rises by half Aug 19, 2009
The organisations also reported a trend away from cash donations to in-kind donations such as food, clothing or free training services. As many as 41 per cent of charities said their cash donations had been replaced with goods or services and one third expected this to continue. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Downturn puts trucking firms in drivers seat Aug 19, 2009
Many of the newest drivers have college degrees and professional or management experience, and companies are picking the cream of the crop, said Ken Bons, vice president of Eagle Training Services, a trucking school in Rockford, Ill. Lately, Bons said, Eagle has even seen doctors and lawyers go through its program. (MSNBC -- Business)
Medford lifeguards have the 'Wright' stuff Aug 14, 2009
The training exercises are mandated by groups such as the American Red Cross, but the Park Police and Recreation Department hold regular in-house training services throughout the year. It s important to keep up with training beyond what is simply required, Penta said. (Medford Transcript, MA)
2 U.S. architects of harsh tactics in 9/11's wake Aug 14, 2009
Jessen, raised on an Idaho potato farm, joined his Air Force colleague to build a thriving business that made millions of dollars selling interrogation and training services to the CIA. ... Jessen, raised on an Idaho potato farm, joined his Air Force colleague to build a thriving business that made millions of dollars selling interrogation and training services to the CIA.. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
NYT: Unlikely architects of interrogation program Aug 13, 2009
Dr. Jessen, raised on an Idaho potato farm, joined his Air Force colleague to build a thriving business that made millions of dollars selling interrogation and training services to the C.I.A.. Seven months after President Obama ordered the C.I.A. interrogation program closed, its fallout still commands attention. (MSNBC -- Race)
Time to invest in jobs, not joblessness Aug 13, 2009
These job search, re-employment and training services should now be the focus of efforts. We should be investing in job search and training services that recognize the changing workforce and business environment. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
GP Strategies posts 2Q loss Aug 11, 2009
The company saw a decline in clients wanting to outsource their training services due to a slowdown in spending in the manufacturing and automotive industries. But the company said software sales increased in the energy industry. (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)
Welfare To Work Program Is Latest Budget Victim Aug 10, 2009
He said they could, hypothetically, be taking advantage of the job training services being funded with the federal stimulus some offered by TVCCA. But he said he hasn't seen a significant number of clients on cash assistance showing up. "It's a tough population," Mason said. (FOX61, CT)
ResCare swings to 2Q profit; official resigns Aug 8, 2009
ResCare, a provider of home care and job-training services to the elderly and people with disabilities, reported second-quarter revenue of $405 ... In its earnings release, ResCare announced that Paul G. Dunn, president of the company s Employment Training Services division, has resigned, effective Sept. 3 ... In that role, Kelley will oversee the Community Services Group and the Employment Training Services unit. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Four Callaway youngsters get summer jobs with stimulus money Aug 7, 2009
Central Missouri Community Action uses funds to provide employment and training services to the counties of Audrain, Boone, Callaway, Cole, Cooper, Howard, Moniteau and Osage. (Editor's note: Polly Taylor is a journalist and grant writer for Central Region Workforce Investment Board, Inc. Photos by Polly Taylor. (Fulton Sun, MO)
U.S. Department of Labor certifies almost 2,000 auto workers in Michigan, Indiana, South Carolina and Mississippi are eligible for Trade Adjustment Assistance Aug 5, 2009
For more information on Trade Adjustment Assistance and the range of Department of Labor employment and training services, visit. U.S. Department of Labor releases are accessible on the Internet at. (PR Newswire)
Changing lives through motivation, education Aug 2, 2009
"The 290-pound beefcake has recently been certified as a personal trainer and has started a personal training business called Distorted Training Services. Trevino can be reached by calling 246-2000."The name Distorted Training Services comes from distorted self-perception, which is when you look into a mirror and don't like what you see," said Trevino, who is a 2003 graduate of Yuma High School. "I like the potential of the human body, and after training with me, people will see what they want... (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Stanley is named head athletic trainer Aug 1, 2009
Stanley moved on to the University of Northern Iowa in 2005, working as the assistant director of athletic training services and head football athletic trainer. In 2007, Stanley accepted the position of assistant athletic trainer for the National Football League s Kansas City Chiefs. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Funds will help 5,000 laid-off workers Jul 29, 2009
Nearly $4 million in assistance is being made available for laid-off workers in Wisconsin, providing expanded employment and training services available through 10 regional work force development boards. This funding will help employees increase their skills and attain new employment sooner, Gov. Jim Doyle said. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
County budget proposal features more cuts Jul 25, 2009
Despite the cuts, Coffey said the county is still providing a multitude of training services to county staff as well as other government agencies inside and outside the county without charging for them ... Coffey said benefits are derived from offering some cost-free training services to other agencies, though. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
College in gross breach of standards Jul 23, 2009
Marketing of education and training services was unprofessional. Students were not provided with information on emergency and health services. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Rwanda: IFC Trains Local Entrepreneurs Jul 20, 2009
REDP, which is supported by Japan, Netherlands, and Wallonia (Belgium), is also working to develop a private market for smaller business training services. IFC also honored the first 25 Rwandan businesses that have completed training in business planning using the SME Toolkit. (allAfrica.com)
The Parker Project Jul 19, 2009
To help in that pursuit, Dalrymple has attained the personal training services of P.J. Wilkins, a Buena grad who helped turn his nephew Brandon MacLellan into the 5A Southern Region s Player of the Year in 2008. Once he adds strength to his game, he s going to be one of the better big men to come out of Buena for sure, Wilkins said. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
RCM acquires Project Solutions Group Jul 15, 2009
Project Solutions Group provides project portfolio management and training services. It s based in Marlborough, Mass. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
SEARK ADULT ED PROGRAM RELOCATING TO UAPB Jul 12, 2009
The programs offer free GED classes and testing and other workforce training services. I m not sure if we all understand the rationale but it is what it is, said Bill Walker, Department of Workforce Education director. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
For employment seekers, many churches offer heavenly help Jul 9, 2009
Federally funded agencies, which are swamped trying to help out-of-work Arizonans, are placing employment and training services within Valley churches. "Given the market conditions and the financial conditions, there are a lot more people who need this help," said Tim Cleary, a volunteer who helped start the Employment Network at North Phoenix Baptist Church in March. (AZCentral -- News)
Boeing sells first Super Hornet fighter jet to foreign military Jul 9, 2009
But software upgrades, maintenance and training services provided by Boeing are expected to bring the total price tag to $2 billion. The F/A-18F delivered Wednesday is the first Super Hornet to be sold to a foreign military. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
Denver Fitness Training Company to Launch a Butt Naked Fitness Boot Camp That Has Members Rockin' n Rollin' Jul 5, 2009
" Butt-Naked FitCamp further separates itself from the competition by providing complimentary fitness assessments, a customized online workout routine, nutritional coaching and door prizes. Butt Naked FitCamps run for thirty minutes and guarantee results, or your money back, for a third of the cost of other local Denver personal training services. For a limited time, classes are only $10 each. Join with a friend for only $5 more per class. For more information and to sign up for a Butt-Naked... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Celebrity Cruises' Celebrity Equinox to Raise a Few Eyebrows Jul 2, 2009
Celebrity also offers guests the option to purchase personal training services onboard. The 122,000-gross-registered-tons Celebrity Equinox is scheduled to enter service July 31 from Southampton, England, on an eight-night cruise through the majestic Norwegian Fjords, followed by a series of romantic Mediterranean sailings from Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy, beginning August 8. (PR Newswire)
State budget impasse sets local service providers scrambling Jul 1, 2009
Travis Tallon, 38, of Heyworth, waited for his mother Pam Tallon to say good bye, following a ''last supper'' for training services clients of the Occupational Development Center, at the Crossroads Center. Clients like Tallon have been left without work along with twenty-six employees of ODC terminated due to state funding cuts. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Jacksonville company wins $20M military contract Jun 30, 2009
A Jacksonville technology, education, engineering and training services company has won a contract to tap into more than $20 million worth of military work. A. Harold and Associates LLC is one four companies selected by the U.S. Air Force s Air Education and Training Command to convert about 3,300 hours of classroom instruction into 100 to 150 computer-based courses. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
Jones Promoted to Men's Soccer Assistant Coach Jun 27, 2009
Along with his work at GW and VYSA, Jones also serves as the Boys Development Academy Director for the DC Stoddert Soccer Club in Washington, DC. His responsibilities include coordinating training services and designing age appropriate curriculums for year-round soccer training programs. Jones holds a USSF `A' Coaching License and is a Virginia State Education Instructor teaching license courses to soccer coaches in Virginia and Washington, DC. He has served as the director of numerous college... (Gwsports.com)
Solartech Counted Among Top Finalists for the 2009 Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference Awards in Learning Solutions, Impact Partner of the Year Jun 26, 2009
The Learning Solutions, Impact Partner of the Year award recognizes exceptional partners who have demonstrated expertise in providing training services that contributed to increased speed of deployment or implementation of Microsoft software. To be eligible for this award, partner must be active in the Learning Solutions competency. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
School board approves cost-savings plan; some members displeased Jun 25, 2009
He said he would like to see the contract for athletic training services at the high school put out to bid. School Board Chairman Mitch Shuldman said that even if the board did not like the cuts, there were no real options. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
U.S. Department of Labor announces 1st Trade Adjustment Assistance certifications under new law Jun 23, 2009
"Workers covered under TAA are offered the employment and training services needed to upgrade existing skills or pursue new careers in growing industries.". The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (Recovery Act) expanded the pool of eligible TAA recipients to include: workers in companies that supply services; workers whose companies have shifted production to any foreign country; workers in public agencies; workers whose companies produce component parts of a finished product;... (PR Newswire)
Jabil employees get help from state programs Jun 20, 2009
That s why I m going to use the [occupational] training services available. I ve got to think of something that will get me through another 17 or 18 years of work. (Billerica Minuteman, MA)
Raytheon Celebrates One Year of Training Support to the U.S. Army Jun 18, 2009
Raytheon Technical Services Company provides technical, scientific and professional services, as well as a full spectrum of training services and outsourcing for defense, federal and commercial customers worldwide. It specializes in Mission Support, training, counter-proliferation and counter-terrorism, range operations, product support, homeland security solutions and customized engineering services. (PR Newswire)
Eastfield College to open new campus Jun 18, 2009
Eastfield College s Pleasant Grove Campus will provide a variety of education and training services such as workforce training programs, continuing education classes, ESL and ESOL classes, GED training, college readiness courses in reading, writing and math and freshman level credit courses. The Pleasant Grove Campus will assist residents with obtaining skills and training needed to be successful and to provide a better living for themselves and their families. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Pittsboro nonprofit gets U.S. grant Jun 3, 2009
The project works to provide a group of 100 young parents, ages 16 to 24, with employment and training services through the establishment of an employability lab. Today s funding will help young parents support their families by offering training and education opportunities that lead to jobs, said Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis in a statement. (Raleigh Triangle Business Journal, NC)
NSW social workers demand new pay deal May 31, 2009
The workers operate in services such as family support, day care, disability assistance, youth and women's refuges, employment and training services and neighbourhood and community centres. Ms McManus said NSW social and community workers were paid up to $20,000 less a year than government workers and up to 35 per cent less than colleagues in Queensland. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Critical Gaps in Assistance among 2.3 Million Displaced Pakistanis, According to International Medical Corps Survey May 30, 2009
To help meet the increased demand, International Medical Corps is providing equipment, supplies, medicines, and training services to the hospital, in addition to medical services. The rapid assessment, conducted at Yar Hussain camp in Swabi and at Sheikh Shezad camp in Mardan District May 14-16, found that about 80 percent of respondents were most concerned with access to basic services such as water, sanitation and electricity. (AlertNet)
SuperHost(R) Rebrands as WorldHost(R) Training Services May 29, 2009
Press Release Source: Tourism British Columbia, WorldHost Training Services ... VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - May 29, 2009) - Building on success in over 30 countries around the world since launching previous to EXPO 86, Tourism British Columbia's SuperHost suite of programs is evolving into WorldHost Training Services, to better reflect the customer service opportunities of 2010 and beyond ... "Through a combination of well established training programs, Games-specific training... (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
The business of becoming a millionaire May 23, 2009
Upon returning to Malaysia, he made his first million at the age of 33 in just eight months, purely through offering services via consulting and training services. Since then, hes been on a roll. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Kansas eligible for work force grant May 21, 2009
This federal grant enables the board of regents and the department of commerce to provide additional educational and training services for workers statewide, benefitting individual Kansans and the businesses that hire them, too, Kerr said. This is the first time Kansas has qualified for the loan, making it one of 11 states eligible this year. (Wichita Business Journal, KS)
Wild Well appoints Gebhardt as president May 19, 2009
Gebhardt has been general manager since 2005 for the Houston company, which provides firefighting, well control, well control engineering and training services. He assumes the role from Patrick Campbell, who remains chief executive officer of the company. (Houston Business Journal, TX)
CAE job cuts hit Montreal May 15, 2009
CAE Inc. is laying off 700 people in response to a slowdown in the civil aviation market, saying it's necessary to cut 10 per cent of its work force because of lower demand for flight simulators and training services ... 09-billion in military orders for simulation products and training services for pilots and other personnel, up 47 per cent from the previous fiscal year. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Gulfstream International Group, Inc. Notified by NYSE Amex of Continued Listing Standards Non-Compliance May 14, 2009
The Academy provides flight training services to licensed commercial pilots. For more information on the company, visit the company's website at. (Primezone Releases)
