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Winners of Women in Technology’s 25th Annual Leadership Awards Announced at Annual Gala

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Vendredi, mai 10, 2024
Technology, Women, Other Technology, Thought Leadership, Business, Professional Services, Software, DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion), Consumer, STEM, Woman, Government, SAIC, WIT, Auction

Women in Technology (WIT), the premier organization contributing to the success of professional women in the Washington, D.C. area technology community, announced the winners of the 25th Annual Leadership Awards.

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  • Women in Technology (WIT), the premier organization contributing to the success of professional women in the Washington, D.C. area technology community, announced the winners of the 25th Annual Leadership Awards.
  • The awards were presented at WIT’s annual gala held on Thursday, May 9, 2023, at Hyatt Regency in Reston.
  • The annual WIT Leadership Awards honors and celebrates women professionals who have demonstrated success in entrepreneurial, STEM, government, and corporate industries while inspiring colleagues, partners, and their community.
  • The winners of the 25th Annual Women in Technology Leadership Awards are as follows:
    In addition to the above winners, Toni Townes-Whitley, CEO, SAIC was honored with WIT’s inaugural Lifetime Achievement Award.

Women In Trucking Association Names Sarah Ruffcorn the 2024 Distinguished Woman in Logistics

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Jeudi, avril 11, 2024
Truck stop, Education, FedEx, Mentorship, Woman, TIA, WIT, Conference, Transport, Business, Communes of Burundi, Trinity, Distinguishing, Growth, Management

ARLINGTON, Va., April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Women In Trucking Association (WIT), Truckstop and Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) announced today Sarah Ruffcorn president of Trinity Logistics as the winner of the 10th annual Distinguished Woman in Logistics Award (DWLA).

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  • "We are thrilled to recognize Sarah as the 2024 Distinguished Woman in Logistics, particularly on the ten-year anniversary of this award," said Jennifer Hedrick, WIT president and CEO.
  • Ruffcorn joined Trinity Logistics in 2002 following completion of her Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Communications from Western Illinois University.
  • She joins the ranks of distinguished women who have been recognized for their contributions to the industry," said Anne Reinke, president & CEO, TIA.
  • "Sarah, Sherri, and Ramona each embody the esteemed leadership qualities celebrated by the Distinguished Woman in Logistics recognition," said Kendra Tucker, chief executive officer, Truckstop.

J.B. Hunt Driver Jodi Edwards Earns Driver of the Year Recognition From Women in Trucking

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Mardi, avril 2, 2024
Trucking, Rail, Maritime, Air, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transport, Other Transport, Professional, Smith system, Woman, Mentorship, J. B. Hunt, Wreaths Across America, Radio, Safety, WIT, Government, JBHT, Human, Sirius XM

J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. (NASDAQ: JBHT), one of the largest supply chain solutions providers in North America, is proud to announce that Jodi Edwards, a 25-year career company driver, was recently named Driver of the Year by the Women In Trucking Association (WIT).

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  • J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. (NASDAQ: JBHT), one of the largest supply chain solutions providers in North America, is proud to announce that Jodi Edwards, a 25-year career company driver, was recently named Driver of the Year by the Women In Trucking Association (WIT).
  • “I am greatly honored and humbled to receive this recognition,” said Edwards.
  • “I want to thank my family for their support and patience, J.B. Hunt for providing me with the opportunity and leadership, and Women In Trucking for all they do to make driving a better career option for women.
  • As part of the Image Team, Edwards has mentored others entering the industry while helping showcase the profession as a great career opportunity for women.

Women in Technology Presents SAIC’s Toni Townes-Whitley with Inaugural Lifetime Achievement Award

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Mercredi, avril 3, 2024
Technology, Women, Other Technology, Thought Leadership, Business, Professional Services, Software, DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion), Consumer, Microsoft, Women in Technology, Thurgood Marshall College Fund, Partnership for Public Service, CGI Inc., Social media, Artificial intelligence, Peace Corps, Table, Mentorship, Glass, Organic, Multimedia, WIT, SAIC, Government, Public service, Engineering, Management

Women in Technology (WIT), the premier organization contributing to the success of professional women in the Washington metropolitan area technology community, today announced its first-ever Lifetime Achievement award for SAIC CEO Toni Townes-Whitley.

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  • Women in Technology (WIT), the premier organization contributing to the success of professional women in the Washington metropolitan area technology community, today announced its first-ever Lifetime Achievement award for SAIC CEO Toni Townes-Whitley.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240402243190/en/
    SAIC CEO Toni Townes-Whitley wins WIT's inaugural Lifetime Achievement Award.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    “I am deeply grateful to Women in Technology for acknowledging the impact and contributions of women in the technology industry,” said Toni Townes-Whitley, Chief Executive Officer of SAIC.
  • “This award serves as a reminder that our achievements are not just individual milestones but also significant milestones for women in the field.

RXO Leader Named to “Top Women to Watch in Transportation” List

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Lundi, mars 11, 2024
Trucking, Transport, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Other Transport, Culture, Communication, Female, Empowerment, WIT

RXO (NYSE: RXO), a leading provider of asset-light transportation solutions, announced Alyssa Myers, vice president of technology, was named to Women in Trucking’s 2024 Top Women to Watch in Transportation list.

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  • RXO (NYSE: RXO), a leading provider of asset-light transportation solutions, announced Alyssa Myers, vice president of technology, was named to Women in Trucking’s 2024 Top Women to Watch in Transportation list.
  • The annual list recognizes top female leaders and their efforts to advance gender diversity in transportation.
  • Myers has held various leadership roles at RXO and played a key role in developing the organization’s proprietary freight brokerage platforms RXO Connect™ and RXO Drive™.
  • “Alyssa is dedicated to innovation and empowerment within RXO,” said Heidi Ratti, chief human resources officer at RXO.

Two Schneider leaders named Top Women to Watch in Transportation

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Lundi, mars 11, 2024
Trucking, Rail, Maritime, Consumer, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transport, Women, Employment, Culture, Face, Woman, Environment, Schneider National, Heart, Creativity, Safety, Workforce, WIT, Human resources, Management

The percentage of women in driver roles at Schneider, currently at 13%, grows year-over-year and nearly 40% of the company’s leadership roles are held by women – both above 2023 WIT industry averages.

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  • The percentage of women in driver roles at Schneider, currently at 13%, grows year-over-year and nearly 40% of the company’s leadership roles are held by women – both above 2023 WIT industry averages.
  • “Angela and Andrea are inspiring leaders at Schneider who infuse passion, creativity and heart into their work,” said Schneider President and CEO Mark Rourke.
  • I take immense pride in their well-deserved designation as Top Women to Watch this year.”
    Angela Fish has led initiatives further increasing the representation of women throughout the organization.
  • To learn more about how Schneider is supporting women in the industry, please visit: https://schneider.com/company/corporate-responsibility/diversity-equity-... .

Ryder Leaders Honored as “Top Women to Watch in Transportation” in 2024

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Lundi, mars 11, 2024
Professional Services, Fleet Management, Consumer, Automotive, DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion), Other Transport, Trucking, Rail, Women, Transport, Automotive Manufacturing, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, Ryder, Employment, Growth, System, Woman, Education, Workforce, Multimedia, WIT, Nursing

Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in supply chain , dedicated transportation , and fleet management solutions, announces two of its leaders were named to the 2024 list of “Top Women to Watch in Transportation” by the Women In Trucking Association (WIT).

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  • Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in supply chain , dedicated transportation , and fleet management solutions, announces two of its leaders were named to the 2024 list of “Top Women to Watch in Transportation” by the Women In Trucking Association (WIT).
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240308153206/en/
    Two leaders at Ryder are being recognized as “Top Women to Watch in Transportation” in 2024 by the Women In Trucking Association.
  • “These women exemplify the mission and values of the Women In Trucking Association and truly are top women to watch in our industry.”
    Recipients of the 2024 “Top Women to Watch in Transportation” recognition include leaders in various roles and functions from diverse sectors across the industry.
  • For the full list of the 2024 recipients, visit: Women In Trucking Association Names 2024 Top Women to Watch in Transportation .

Women In Trucking Association Announces 2024 Drivers of the Year

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Lundi, mars 25, 2024
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LOUISVILLE, Ky., March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) announced on Friday three drivers as the winners of the fifth annual Driver of the Year award sponsored by Walmart.

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  • The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) announced on Friday three drivers as the winners of the fifth annual Driver of the Year award sponsored by Walmart.
  • LOUISVILLE, Ky., March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) announced on Friday three drivers as the winners of the fifth annual Driver of the Year award sponsored by Walmart.
  • The 2024 Drivers of the Year are:
    The announcement was made during the Salute to Women Behind the Wheel event, hosted by WIT at the Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) in Louisville, KY.
  • The event honors female commercial drivers for their efforts and successes in the trucking industry.

WIT Legal Releases New Report on 2023 Activities and Trends in Hatch-Waxman Litigation

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Mercredi, mars 20, 2024
Orange Book, New Drug Application, Orange, Patent, Abbreviated New Drug Application, WIT, NDA, Johnson & Johnson, Generic drug

NEW YORK, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- WIT Legal ("WIT"), the leading agency representing testifying experts for high-stakes, complex legal matters, today released a new report that evaluates 2023 Hatch-Waxman Litigation.

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  • NEW YORK, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- WIT Legal ("WIT"), the leading agency representing testifying experts for high-stakes, complex legal matters, today released a new report that evaluates 2023 Hatch-Waxman Litigation.
  • The new WIT report examines Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) cases and the Orange Book-listed products at issue.
  • "Our intent is to provide the most comprehensive review of true ANDA litigation available," said Michael Connelly, WIT President.
  • Additionally, the report goes beyond the specific companies involved to provide insight into the corporate families driving ANDA litigation to highlight potential market dynamics and litigation trends.

wasmCloud 1.0 Brings the WebAssembly Component Model to Enterprise

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Mardi, mars 19, 2024
Software engineering, Observability, Environment, WJZI, Library, Policy, CNCF, WRPC-LP, BMW, Ecosystem, NATS, Adobe, WebAssembly, Language, WIT, Computer data storage

`wash build` components in Python, Javascript, .NET, C++, and more

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  • `wash build` components in Python, Javascript, .NET, C++, and more
    PARIS, March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- (KubeCon+CloudNativeCon, EU), Production-ready and components-first, wasmCloud 1.0 brings WASI 0.2 and the WebAssembly (Wasm) Component Model to production environments.
  • wasmCloud 1.0 comes with several standard interfaces; wasi:cli for environment, wasi:runtime for configuration and wasi:http but any 0.2 component will work perfectly in wasmCloud.
  • wasmCloud supports signing components with ed25519 keys, allowing for offline verification of component identity and issuer.
  • Adobe and BMW have been running wasmCloud in production for some time, with new industry projects emerging all the time.