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Red Cross announces new field hospital in Rafah

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Giovedì, Maggio 16, 2024
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OTTAWA, May 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  In response to the overwhelming demand for health care in Gaza, the Canadian Red Cross, in collaboration with the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), the Norwegian Red Cross, and nine other National Red Cross Societies, has opened a field hospital in Rafah.

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  • OTTAWA, May 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  In response to the overwhelming demand for health care in Gaza, the Canadian Red Cross, in collaboration with the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), the Norwegian Red Cross, and nine other National Red Cross Societies, has opened a field hospital in Rafah.
  • The Canadian Red Cross, with the support of the Government of Canada has contributed to the field hospital with surgical equipment, medicines, diagnostic equipment, disinfection materials and personnel.
  • As a neutral, impartial, and independent humanitarian aid organization, the Red Cross Red Crescent will continue to provide critical support to those in need.
  • The Canadian Red Cross alongside Red Cross Red Crescent Movement partners, reiterates the urgent need for:
    the protection of civilians and aid workers from harm at all costs;
    the dignified delivery of humanitarian services which includes the safe passage of aid; and,
    a political resolution to ensure the sustained, safe, and dignified delivery and distribution of aid.

University of Phoenix Supports Fresh Start Women’s Foundation Annual Fundraising Gala

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Lunedì, Aprile 15, 2024
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University of Phoenix is proud to share its support of the Fresh Start Women’s Foundation annual gala as a platinum sponsor.

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  • University of Phoenix is proud to share its support of the Fresh Start Women’s Foundation annual gala as a platinum sponsor.
  • Members of University of Phoenix’s Employee Resource Group (ERG), Phoenix Women Rising, attended the event in support of the nonprofit foundation.
  • A pillar in the Phoenix community for over 30 years, Fresh Start Women’s Foundation transforms lives by providing access to comprehensive resources that help women thrive.
  • “It is an honor to attend this event and support the important work of Fresh Start Women’s Foundation,” shared University of Phoenix Strategic Integration Manager and Director of Purchasing for Phoenix Women Rising, Laura Schonberger.

Marian Anderson Museum & Historical Society Works Toward Re-Opening

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Lunedì, Aprile 8, 2024
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PHILADELPHIA, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Repairs and restoration work continue after a 2020 flood caused more than $500,000 in damage to the historic landmark building of the Marian Anderson Museum & Historical Society, The Society's building was the home of Marian Anderson, the iconic contralto singer who performed a wide-range of music, from opera to spirituals, from 1924-1965.

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  • We keep going because we love this work and are inspired by the legacy of Marian Anderson," said Jillian Patricia Pirtle, CEO of the National Marian Anderson Museum and Historical Society.
  • "As an organization committed to celebrating our nation's history and preserving it, our National Society is pleased to help the Marian Anderson Museum & Historical Society and support its efforts," said Wright.
  • To heighten visibility for the Marian Anderson Museum & Historical Society restoration needs, the Museum is encouraging the public to share "What Marian Anderson Means to Me" on the Museum's Facebook page in April and May.
  • The Marian Anderson Museum & Historical Society continues to work to reopen its historic landmark, located at 762 South Martin Street in Philadelphia.

HII Celebrates 2023 Graduates of The Newport News Shipbuilding Apprentice School

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Sabato, Marzo 23, 2024
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NEWPORT NEWS, Va., March 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) hosted commencement exercises today, celebrating 133 graduates of the company’s Newport News Shipbuilding Apprentice School.

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  • NEWPORT NEWS, Va., March 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) hosted commencement exercises today, celebrating 133 graduates of the company’s Newport News Shipbuilding Apprentice School.
  • Thomasina Wright, NNS vice president of fleet support programs, and a 1986 graduate of The Apprentice School, delivered the keynote commencement address.
  • “Newport News Shipbuilding is the best place to be to support our national defense and become a leader,” Wright said.
  • The Newport News Shipbuilding Apprentice School has been accredited since 1982.

Investment Firms Overlook AI as a Cybersecurity Risk and Remain Wary About SEC Cybersecurity Enforcement and Compliance with New Rules, Survey Reveals

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Martedì, Marzo 26, 2024
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ACA Aponix®, part of ACA Group, and the NSCP conduct the survey bi-annually to help firms better manage increasing expectations and uncertainty around cybersecurity risk.

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  • ACA Aponix®, part of ACA Group, and the NSCP conduct the survey bi-annually to help firms better manage increasing expectations and uncertainty around cybersecurity risk.
  • AI risk management: While 38% of respondents have yet to identify AI as a cybersecurity risk, and 27% don’t consider AI relevant to cybersecurity, nearly half (49%) said they are in the early stages of exploring AI as a tool for cybersecurity risk management.
  • Cybersecurity preparedness: Approximately 79% of compliance professionals expressed confidence in their firm’s ability to respond to a cyber breach.
  • “As nearly half of the respondents express uncertainty about SEC enforcement, it's clear that regulatory compliance remains a top concern.

FirstEnergy Named Top 50 Diversity Employer by Minority Engineer™ Magazine

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Mercoledì, Marzo 20, 2024
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AKRON, Ohio, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- For the second year in a row, FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) has been designated as a Top 50 Diversity Employer by Minority Engineer™ magazine. The rankings are determined based on a survey of randomly selected Minority Engineer readers who were asked to name the employers where they would most like to work or that they believe provide a positive working environment for members of minority groups.

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  • AKRON, Ohio, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- For the second year in a row, FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) has been designated as a Top 50 Diversity Employer by Minority Engineer™ magazine.
  • Karen Sealy, Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Chief Diversity Officer at FirstEnergy: "A strong diversity, equity and inclusion program is about more than just talking the talk.
  • At FirstEnergy, it is a core value that truly shapes the way we do business and engage with each other.
  • In the past three years alone, the company has been named as a leading diversity employer by G.I.

Boundary Stone Partners Announces Emily Domenech as Senior Vice President

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Martedì, Marzo 12, 2024
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WASHINGTON, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Boundary Stone Partners (BSP) announced Emily Domenech will join the team as a Senior Vice President, bringing her years of experience serving House Republican leadership on Capitol Hill to benefit the firm's clients. BSP continues to grow, hiring experts across the energy ecosystem as the industry booms.

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  • WASHINGTON, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Boundary Stone Partners (BSP) announced Emily Domenech will join the team as a Senior Vice President, bringing her years of experience serving House Republican leadership on Capitol Hill to benefit the firm's clients.
  • Domenech joins BSP from the Office of Speaker Mike Johnson, where she held the position of Senior Policy Advisor to the Speaker of the House.
  • "We are excited to welcome Emily's expertise and perspective at Boundary Stone Partners."
  • In addition to Domenech, the following individuals have also joined the Boundary Stone ranks:
    Dane Bahnsen , Director - Bahnsen has joined BSP's D.C. office as a Director supporting client teams.

Micron Releases ‘What Makes Us Micron’ 2023 Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Report

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Martedì, Marzo 5, 2024
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“Micron is focused on cultivating a work environment where diverse perspectives and backgrounds combine to create innovative solutions to challenging technology problems,” said Micron President and CEO Sanjay Mehrotra.

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  • “Micron is focused on cultivating a work environment where diverse perspectives and backgrounds combine to create innovative solutions to challenging technology problems,” said Micron President and CEO Sanjay Mehrotra.
  • “This impressive engagement underscores the vibrant, supportive community Micron fosters,” said Vice President and Chief Diversity Inclusion Officer Fran Dillard.
  • Micron also scored 100 on the Disability Equality Index and the Human Rights Campaign’s Corporate Equality Index in 2023.
  • The full Micron report, titled “What Makes Us Micron: 2023 DEI Report,” can be found at www.micron.com/dei .

NV5 Awards 2024 National Society of Black Engineers Scholarships

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Martedì, Marzo 5, 2024
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HOLLYWOOD, Fla., March 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NV5 Global, Inc. (the “Company” or “NV5”) (Nasdaq: NVEE), a provider of technology, conformity assessment, and consulting solutions, announced today the winners of the 2024 NV5 National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) scholarship awards.

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  • HOLLYWOOD, Fla., March 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NV5 Global, Inc. (the “Company” or “NV5”) (Nasdaq: NVEE), a provider of technology, conformity assessment, and consulting solutions, announced today the winners of the 2024 NV5 National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) scholarship awards.
  • Founded in 1975, the National Society of Black Engineers is one of the largest student-governed organizations in the United States.
  • These individuals exemplify the values of NSBE, striving to become culturally responsible engineers who excel academically and contribute positively to their communities and professions.
  • “We continue to be impressed with the quality of applicants for the annual NV5 National Society of Black Engineers scholarship program, and we look forward to our ongoing NSBE partnership,” said Carl Henderson, PhD, PE, GE, Chief Diversity Officer for NV5.

Monomoy CRE, LLC Hires Experienced Engineering Professional Brian Fischbach, P.E. as Senior Manager, Civil Engineering

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Giovedì, Febbraio 29, 2024
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CHARLESTON, S.C., Feb. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Monomoy CRE, LLC (“we,” “us,” “our,” or “Monomoy,”) announced today the hiring of Brian Fischbach, P.E., as Senior Manager, Civil Engineering.

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  • CHARLESTON, S.C., Feb. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Monomoy CRE, LLC (“we,” “us,” “our,” or “Monomoy,”) announced today the hiring of Brian Fischbach, P.E., as Senior Manager, Civil Engineering.
  • Mr. Fischbach is an accomplished industry veteran with over 30 years of civil engineering, land development and permitting experience in all sectors of real estate development.
  • He is licensed as a Professional Engineer in Pennsylvania, Virginia, South Carolina, and Maryland and is a LEED 2.0 Accredited Professional.
  • "Brian’s substantial engineering and land planning experience will further reinforce Monomoy’s ability to provide innovative solutions to tenants’ real estate needs."