Massage
Envy, the nation’s leading therapeutic massage franchise, is partnering with
Komen for “Massage for the Cure.”The
daylong activity will be held September 15 in Massage Envy clinics throughout
North Carolina. For a
personal donation, Massage Envy will offer a free one-hour therapeutic massage
to visitors at any of its 18 locations. Read Full
Details
Southeastern World Affairs Institute 2008 Conference
Jon Saywer
When I first heard that this year's conference would focus on the state of trans-Atlantic relations, I wondered if the focus was perhaps a bit too narrow. In our speakers and topics we usually cast a more global net, and when we think of crises around the world the problems of Germany or France or the United Kingdom don't usually leap to mind first...I didn't doubt Klaus Becker's prescience in making this the theme of our conference – but I am impressed that he managed to make it coincide with President Bush's farewell tour of European capitals, first, and then the extraordinary spectacle of Barack Obama speaking to 200,000 Germans in Berlin. Read Full StoryClick Here to View Event Photos
Charlotte Chamber Volunteers Keep On Giving While in Jamaica
Mike Manning- CFO Charlotte Chamber of Commerce
Charlotte Chamber of Commerce top capital campaign volunteers celebrate in Jamaica and at the suggestion of co-chair Carlos Sanchez many made a special trip to SOS Children's Village Jamaica. Chamber staff, volunteers and guest donated goods and funds to this worthy charity. This record attendance trip was enjoyed by all. Campaign volunteers applauded the 2008 capital campaign staff directed my Lori Lewis and Marilyn Monson for the excellent attention to Victory Trip details and quality of experience. Click Here To See Trip Photos
Charlotte Sister Cities Schedules September French Jazz Events
Charlotte Sister Cities is very excited to have the opportunity to host renowned French pianist Pat Giraud and his Quartet. In addition to headlining a Jazz Lunch for our members and sponsors, the French musicians have agreed to offer Master Classes at CMS schools, CPCC and Queens University for local jazz students. Read the Full Story
The Limoges Jazz Festival was an immensely successful event last year. Representing Charlotte were jazz band leader Bill Hanna (Keyboard/Trombone), Abigail Reimer (Vocals), Clint Presley (Guitar), Kroy Presley (Bass) and Eric Mullis (Percussion).
Mayor's Immigration Study Commission Report
The Mayor charged the Commission to: "Analyze the impact of immigration on Charlotte's (and region's) quality of life, public safety, and economic opportunities." In order to meet their Charge, the Commission was tasked to take no more than one year to: 1. Gather data and review existing policies 2. Identify impacts of legal and illegal immigration 3. Make recommendations/options to policy makers Read the Full Report
Multimedia Firm Wins 5 Telly Awards
L.A. Management was honored with 3 Silver (Highest Honor) and 2 Bronze Tellys. The Telly Awards honor the very best local, regional, and national commercials and video and film productions. The 28th Annual Telly Awards received over 13,000 entries from all 50 states and 5 continents. Read more...
Charlotte’s Generosity Recognized Nationally
Charlotte has been named one of the top ten most generous cities in the United States, based on a study done by Intuit Inc. (creators of TurboTax). Whether it means donating clothes or money, our charitable citizens really come through. Read more...
Marketing Guru Joel Kweskin gives practical and out of the box advise on promoting your business. His articles provide great insight and humor into how you can out shine the competition. Read more...
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