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Growing businesses, reinvigorating the economy and strengthening family bonds are just a few of the benefits tourism offers. CTM Media Group plays a vital role in fostering the travel and tourism experience.

New report delivers innovative framework for evaluating graduate business schools on their diversity recruitment practices with individual assessments of more than 50 top MBA programs

A recent survey of wine drinkers shows that being offered a large selection of wine brands increases their consumption at both restaurants and bars

Crossing a major milestone last week, CTM's Ettractions ExploreBoard network has reached 200 touch screen placements including the launch of our Washington DC, Hudson Valley, NY, Indiana County CVB and Cultural Council of Palm Beach County Networks.

-- Education Startup Targets Business Community with Hands-On Approach To Learning Innovation Skills...

The market for K-12 online courses has been growing at a double-digit rate annually for the last several years.

A recent survey by Consumer Edge Insight reveals what casual-dining restaurants can do to increase...

The Stamford, Conn. workers’ compensation law firm was approached for pro bono services by a nonprofit organization advocating for abused and neglected children following a number of...

-- Second Annual Startup Weekend Stamford Brings Together Southwestern CT Startup and Tech Communities for Entrepreneurial Weekend...

Stamford, CT – What’s it like to run a 14-year-old “start-up”? Find out when the Stamford Innovation Center hosts John Nardone, chairman and chief executive officer of [x+1], as part of its popular “Startup Success Series” on March 27.

According to Alcoholic Beverage DemandTracker, a periodic survey of US adults age 21+ who consume any type of alcohol at least once a week or more, economic sentiment among alcohol drinkers was broadly weaker in February than in November, and is still at.

A recent survey by Consumer Edge Insight looks at what families with kids look for when choosing a restaurant, and which quick-service brands offer both kid-friendly menus and healthier menu options

Pierson Requirements Group Offers Virtual Live Instructor-Led Business Requirements Gathering and Writing Seminar for Business Analyst Professionals

Dr. Eleanor Ehrenkranz is pleased to announce the publication of her poetry anthology Explaining Life: The Wisdom of Modern Jewish Poetry, 1960-2010, which is a collection of the best recent poems by Jewish-American, Yiddish and Israeli poets.

Business information market sales grew an estimated 5.1% to $54.4 billion, up from 4.6% growth in 2011. This market consistently grew above 6% annually in the years prior to the global economic calamity in 2008.

Registration has started for Lakeside Pottery's unique 2013 children's summer day camp. This weekly pottery and ceramic art summer camp program is designed to provide children and young teens with the experience of an actual pottery studio.

A survey of alcoholic beverage drinkers by Consumer Edge Insight reveals what factors are driving the rapid growth of the cider category and how the category would grow even faster if it was available for sale in more bars, restaurants, and stores

Leader in medical board review launches new website to help doctors prepare for their board exams

A Survey of Restaurant Consumers by Conusmer Edge Insight Identifies the Key Factors that Drive Loyalty to Pizza-Takeout Restaurants and Identifies the Top-Performing Brand as Little Caesar's

The global market for MEMS microphones has reached approximately $422 million in 2012. The market is predicted to increase to $865 million in 2017, with increasingly high uptake of MEMS microphones over alternatives for a variety of applications.

Ambassador Sallama Shaker to speak at World Affairs Forum Annual Meeting on 6/6/13.

CTM Media Group’s ExploreBoard named in Nebraska Tourism Commission marketing grants totaling $6,282 to promote Nebraska's Strategic Air & Space Museum.

Growing businesses, reinvigorating the economy and strengthening family bonds are just a few of the benefits tourism offers. CTM Media Group plays a vital role in fostering the travel and tourism experience.

– The public is invited to attend a World Affairs Forum special event at General Reinsurance Corporation Headquarters, which will feature a presentation by The Honorable Ebrahim Rasool, Ambassador of South Africa to the United States.

New report delivers innovative framework for evaluating graduate business schools on their diversity recruitment practices with individual assessments of more than 50 top MBA programs

All are invited to a World Affairs Forum dinner lecture by Evans J.R. Revere: "Is the Curtain Lifting on North Korea?”. Stamford Yacht Club, May 15, 2013, 6:15 - 9:30 pm. Reservations, 203-356-0340.

A recent survey of wine drinkers shows that being offered a large selection of wine brands increases their consumption at both restaurants and bars

Online Referrals and Administrative services for total immigration community applicants, doctors and lawyers.

Crossing a major milestone last week, CTM's Ettractions ExploreBoard network has reached 200 touch screen placements including the launch of our Washington DC, Hudson Valley, NY, Indiana County CVB and Cultural Council of Palm Beach County Networks.

-- Education Startup Targets Business Community with Hands-On Approach To Learning Innovation Skills...

All are invited to a free World Affairs Forum event, “Iran in Context”, with Dr. Erica Ehrenberg, Executive Director of the American Institute of Iranian Studies.

The market for K-12 online courses has been growing at a double-digit rate annually for the last several years.

Dirk Salomons will speak at a 4/24/13 World Affairs Forum event at UCONN/Stamford, beginning at 5:45 pm with networking and refreshments, followed by the presentation from 6:15 – 7:30...

A recent survey by Consumer Edge Insight reveals what casual-dining restaurants can do to increase...

2013 marks a milestone year for CTM as they proudly celebrate 30 years of service in the travel & tourism industry.

The Stamford, Conn. workers’ compensation law firm was approached for pro bono services by a nonprofit organization advocating for abused and neglected children following a number of...

-- Second Annual Startup Weekend Stamford Brings Together Southwestern CT Startup and Tech Communities for Entrepreneurial Weekend...

Electroactive polymers are increasingly used in niche actuator and sensor applications demanding large strains as compared to other piezoelectric materials.

Stamford, CT – What’s it like to run a 14-year-old “start-up”? Find out when the Stamford Innovation Center hosts John Nardone, chairman and chief executive officer of [x+1], as part of its popular “Startup Success Series” on March 27.

According to Alcoholic Beverage DemandTracker, a periodic survey of US adults age 21+ who consume any type of alcohol at least once a week or more, economic sentiment among alcohol drinkers was broadly weaker in February than in November, and is still at.

The public is invited to attend an Ambassadors’ Roundtable series breakfast presentation by The Honorable Kim Beazley, AC on “The Asia Pacific Challenge”. This event will take place at the Stamford Yacht Club on April 10, 2013.   Mr.

A recent survey by Consumer Edge Insight looks at what families with kids look for when choosing a restaurant, and which quick-service brands offer both kid-friendly menus and healthier menu options

Pierson Requirements Group Offers Virtual Live Instructor-Led Business Requirements Gathering and Writing Seminar for Business Analyst Professionals

Dr. Eleanor Ehrenkranz is pleased to announce the publication of her poetry anthology Explaining Life: The Wisdom of Modern Jewish Poetry, 1960-2010, which is a collection of the best recent poems by Jewish-American, Yiddish and Israeli poets.

A search engine optimization campaign, designed to raise the online visibility of Same Day Service of Fairfield, is being conducted by SEO leader Prospect Genius.

Business information market sales grew an estimated 5.1% to $54.4 billion, up from 4.6% growth in 2011. This market consistently grew above 6% annually in the years prior to the global economic calamity in 2008.

WorldQuest, The World Affairs Forum annual fundraising event on March 28, features cocktails, dinner, raffle items and knowledge competition, beginning at 6:15 pm. $80, Italian Center. 203-356-0340.

Registration has started for Lakeside Pottery's unique 2013 children's summer day camp. This weekly pottery and ceramic art summer camp program is designed to provide children and young teens with the experience of an actual pottery studio.

A survey of alcoholic beverage drinkers by Consumer Edge Insight reveals what factors are driving the rapid growth of the cider category and how the category would grow even faster if it was available for sale in more bars, restaurants, and stores

All are invited to a free World Affairs Forum Great Decisions event , “The Future of the Euro”, with Bernard Lietaer, Research Fellow, UC Berkeley & Jacqui Dunne, CEO, Danu Resource. Greenwich Library 3/18/13, 7 pm.

All are invited to attend an Ambassadors’ Roundtable breakfast lecture by Carlos Carrazana, "Challenges and Opportunities in International Humanitarian Response”. Stamford Yacht Club, 3/6/13, 7:15-9 am.

Dr. Ted Henken will speak at a World Affairs Forum event on March 13 at UCONN/Stamford. The program will begin at 5:45 P.M., with networking and refreshments, followed by the presentation at 6:15 P.M.

Leader in medical board review launches new website to help doctors prepare for their board exams

A Survey of Restaurant Consumers by Conusmer Edge Insight Identifies the Key Factors that Drive Loyalty to Pizza-Takeout Restaurants and Identifies the Top-Performing Brand as Little Caesar's

The global market for MEMS microphones has reached approximately $422 million in 2012. The market is predicted to increase to $865 million in 2017, with increasingly high uptake of MEMS microphones over alternatives for a variety of applications.

Consumers of flavored spirits appear highly likely to continue drinking them, especially vodka and rum, according to a new survey of alcohol consumers by Consumer Edge Insight.

A recent survey of restaurant consumers by Consumer Edge Insight reveals what factors drive loyalty for fast-casual restaurants, and identifies that Pei Wei Asian Diner, Culver's, and Panera Bread are the highest-rated brands.

Free monthly e-newsletter covers nearly 40 financial industry networking events

McGladrey’s Peter A. S. Pfeiffer has joined the board of directors of the Connecticut chapter of the Turnaround Management Association (TMA).

Partners at The Law Offices of Schafer & Schafer, LLP of Stamford have an article published in the Workers’ Compensation Quarterly publication.

Steve LeVine, author, journalist & professor, speaks at a 2/13 World Affairs Forum event “The Oil & The Glory” at UCONN/Stamford. 5:45 pm, networking and refreshments; 6:15 pm, lecture. RSVP, 203-356-0340.

A recent survey of restaurant consumers in the US by Consumer Edge Insight identifies the key factors that drive loyalty to quick-service restaurants, and identifies which brands have the strongest image.

The World Affairs Forum hosts “A Rising China: Challenges or Opportunities?” 2/7/13 at UCONN/Stamford, 7-9 pm. Panelists Dr. David Denoon, David Firestein, Dr. Andrew Wilson, moderator Dr. Yinan He will speak.

The 10th annual regional competition of high school teams takes place on Saturday, 2/2/13 at UCONN/Stamford. The event is organized by The World Affairs Forum, 203-356-0340. Free/open to the public.

“Russia Under Putin”, an after-work lecture, takes place 1/16/13 at the Stamford Yacht Club, featuring Dr. William Partlett, Research Scholar, Columbia University School of Law. Info, 203-356-0340.

The January 7, 2013 World Affairs Forum event with Jose Rasco at the New Canaan Library has been CANCELLED.

Recent survey by Consumer Edge Insight looks at what families with kids look for when choosing a restaurant and which casual and family-dining brands offer both kid-friendly menus and healthier menu options

DiversityMBAPrep.com announces MBA House as a sponsor. MBA House to provide expert GMAT advice and resources to the DiversityMBAPrep.com community, which has become information hub for women and minorities interested in pursuing MBA degrees.

Jose Rasco, Sr. Investment Strategist at HSBC Private Bank Americas, will speak about Mexico and Latin America on Monday, 1/7/13, 7 pm, at the New Canaan Library. A free World Affairs Forum event. Info, call 203-356-0340.

Trans Media Solutions (TMS) announces the launch of its new website covering its unique solution to Outdoor Mobile Advertising, Display It In Motion.