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Greenberg Traurig Adds Longtime Democratic Strategist LaKeitha Anderson to Federal Government Law & Policy Practice

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金曜日, 5月 10, 2024
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WASHINGTON, May 9, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Longtime political strategist and government relations professional LaKeitha Anderson has joined global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP as a director in its Federal Government Law & Policy Practice. Anderson joins the firm from Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck, LLP.

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  • Longtime political strategist and government relations professional LaKeitha Anderson has joined global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP as a director in its Federal Government Law & Policy Practice.
  • WASHINGTON, May 9, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Longtime political strategist and government relations professional LaKeitha Anderson has joined global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP as a director in its Federal Government Law & Policy Practice .
  • Anderson spent more than a decade directing government relations operations for a leading U.S. consumer goods company before joining her previous firm.
  • Her extraordinary skills will add great depth to Greenberg Traurig's capability to serve clients of the firm before the federal government, and in certain states and localities," said Demetrius G. McDaniel , co-chair of the firm's Government Law & Policy Practice.

Dr. Ivory A. Toldson Appointed as Chief of Research for Concentric Educational Solutions

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水曜日, 2月 28, 2024
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BALTIMORE, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Concentric Educational Solutions (Concentric), the leading student support services provider partnering with school districts to tackle barriers to student success including chronic absenteeism, a sense of belonging, and unfinished learning, proudly announces the appointment of Dr. Ivory A. Toldson as its new Chief of Research. Dr. Toldson brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the role, further solidifying the organization's commitment to delivering high-quality research-driven solutions to schools nationwide.

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  • Dr. Toldson is a renowned researcher in education, with a proven track record of conducting impactful research and advancing educational equity initiatives.
  • Prior to joining Concentric, Dr. Toldson was the national director of Education Innovation and Research for the NAACP.
  • Commenting on Dr. Toldson's appointment, Dr. David Heiber, founder and CEO of Concentric Educational Solutions, stated, "We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Ivory Toldson to our team.
  • Dr. Toldson expressed his enthusiasm for joining Concentric Educational Solutions, saying, "I'm thrilled to join the Concentric team to elevate the status quo in education.

SXSW EDU® Announces Opening Keynote and Additional Featured Sessions for the 2024 Conference & Festival

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水曜日, 12月 13, 2023
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AUSTIN, Texas, Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SXSW EDU® is excited to continue building out the lineup for its upcoming conference and festival with the addition of an Opening Keynote on the debate over and misconceptions of Critical Race Theory (CRT). Featuring co-founder and executive director of The African American Policy Forum, Dr. Kimberlé Crenshaw, and vice president of the Center for Policy Analysis & Research at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Dr. Jonathan Cox, the Keynote – presented as a fireside chat – invites attendees to explore the conceptual overview of CRT as well as the significance of integrating it into academia.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas, Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SXSW EDU® is excited to continue building out the lineup for its upcoming conference and festival with the addition of an Opening Keynote on the debate over and misconceptions of Critical Race Theory (CRT).
  • "SXSW EDU's mission has always been to offer discussions and perspectives on the matters impacting the state of education.
  • Because Critical Race Theory remains a significant topic in the field, it is fitting to open our 2024 conference and festival with a comprehensive discussion.
  • Additionally, SXSW EDU has unveiled a series of new Featured Sessions taking place during the convening from March 4-7, 2024.

Readout of SBA Administrator Guzman’s Federal Contracting Events in Baltimore and Silver Spring, Maryland

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木曜日, 10月 26, 2023
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Since 2020, the number of loans, total loan dollars, and overall share of loans going to Black-owned businesses have all more than doubled since 2020.

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  • Since 2020, the number of loans, total loan dollars, and overall share of loans going to Black-owned businesses have all more than doubled since 2020.
  • On Friday, Administrator Guzman joined Congressman Glenn Ivey (MD-04) for a panel to discuss the small business impacts of the SCOTUS decision on affirmative action.
  • court case has impacted the SBA’s 8(a) business development program and what guidance the SBA is offering 8(a) participant firms in light of a recent injunction.
  • For follow-up interview requests for Administrator Guzman, please contact Rebecca Galanti at [email protected].

Readout of SBA Administrator Guzman’s Participation in Events with Congressional Black Caucus Foundation

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火曜日, 9月 26, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- U.S. Small Business Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman participated in multiple events and panels at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s 52nd Annual Legislative Conference to discuss how the SBA and Biden-Harris Administration are promoting equity across the small business landscape and supporting Black entrepreneurs.

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  • WASHINGTON, Sept. 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- U.S. Small Business Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman participated in multiple events and panels at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s 52nd Annual Legislative Conference to discuss how the SBA and Biden-Harris Administration are promoting equity across the small business landscape and supporting Black entrepreneurs.
  • Before the start of the conference, Administrator Guzman joined Axios reporter Eugene Scott for a fireside chat to unpack the unique challenges facing minority-owned small businesses, highlight how the SBA is prioritizing equity across SBA programs, and discuss outreach to Black communities to increase awareness of SBA opportunities.
  • Later in the day, she joined Congressional Black Caucus Chair Steven Horsford (NV-04) at a press conference to announce that the SBA has achieved record lending rates to Black-owned small businesses under the Biden-Harris Administration.
  • On Friday, Administrator Guzman joined Congressman Glenn Ivey (MD-04) for a panel to discuss the small business impacts of the SCOTUS decision on affirmative action.

SBA Data Show Major Increase in Loans to Black-Owned Businesses under Biden-Harris

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木曜日, 9月 21, 2023
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“Black businesses are helping to power a nationwide small business boom that is creating jobs, advancing equity in communities across America, and uplifting our economy,” said Administrator Guzman.

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  • “Black businesses are helping to power a nationwide small business boom that is creating jobs, advancing equity in communities across America, and uplifting our economy,” said Administrator Guzman.
  • “Today’s benchmark loan numbers show our work under President Biden’s Investing in America agenda making inroads to support more of America’s Black small business owners.
  • “I applaud the efforts of the Biden Administration and the SBA to help Black small business owners succeed and grow.
  • Total loan dollars ($1.3 billion) and overall share of SBA approved loans (7.5%) to Black-Owned businesses have also more than doubled since 2020.

Fight Colorectal Cancer Hosts Congressional Black Caucus Panel to Tackle Disparities and Drive Progress

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木曜日, 9月 21, 2023
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Recognizing the urgency of this issue, Fight Colorectal Cancer (Fight CRC) , the nation's largest colorectal cancer (CRC) advocacy organization, is set to host their inaugural panel at The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation's Annual Legislative Conference (ALC) .

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  • Recognizing the urgency of this issue, Fight Colorectal Cancer (Fight CRC) , the nation's largest colorectal cancer (CRC) advocacy organization, is set to host their inaugural panel at The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation's Annual Legislative Conference (ALC) .
  • Scheduled for September 22, 9-10 am EST, this panel will convene experts, advocates, and policymakers to address the critical disparities in colorectal cancer outcomes among Black Americans.
  • Fight CRC's panel titled 'A Call to Action: Fighting Colorectal Cancer in the Black Community' is co-hosted by Members of Congress, including Representative Donald Payne Jr. (D-NJ) and Representative Nikema Williams (D-GA).
  • Colorectal cancer has a devastating impact on the Black community, with Black Americans being 20% more likely to receive a diagnosis of colorectal cancer compared to their white counterparts.

Sen. Bernie Sanders Addresses Critical Shortage of Black Physicians at the NMA's Professional Development Series

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木曜日, 9月 21, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- During the National Medical Association's (NMA) 8th Annual Professional Development Series at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation's (CBCF) 2023 Annual Legislative Conference (ALC), physicians, elected officials and health care experts addressed issues related to health care transformation, including the shortage of Black physicians. Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt) spoke during the series and addressed health care disparities and the shortage of Black physicians.

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  • Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt) spoke during the series and addressed health care disparities and the shortage of Black physicians.
  • While talking about the Bipartisan Primary Care and Health Workforce Act that he is co-sponsoring, Sen. Sanders shared details about the potential positive impact on the Black doctor shortage.
  • The daylong Professional Development Series event was open to NMA members and attendees of the CBCF ALC.
  • That is to amplify the voice of the Black physician, the Black patient and the Black community."

Sean "Diddy" Combs Applauds Black Leaders' Commitment to Defending Democracy, Driving Corporate Diversity at Congressional Black Caucus Foundation's Annual Legislative Conference

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木曜日, 9月 21, 2023
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Combs, who recently launched Empower Global, an e-commerce platform for black-owned businesses, said: "My goal is to add diversity in any industry I enter.

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  • Combs, who recently launched Empower Global, an e-commerce platform for black-owned businesses, said: "My goal is to add diversity in any industry I enter.
  • Don't just check the box; make sure people of color have real power to make decisions and drive results, and don't just give us the black budget.
  • I will be honored when I walk into that courtroom on October 2nd to hold someone responsible, to hold someone accountable.
  • Kimberlé Crenshaw said, "There are over 23 states that have passed bans on the way black history can be taught."

NKF LAUNCHES KIDNEY EQUITY FOR ALL™ INITIATIVE AT DC EVENTS

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水曜日, 9月 20, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month and in recognition of the burden of chronic kidney disease (CKD) in Black/African American populations, Latino/Hispanic populations, and other marginalized communities, the National Kidney Foundation (NKF) is proud to announce several activities it is undertaking as part of its KIDNEY EQUITY FOR ALL™ initiative, including:

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  • "Despite this, they are exposed to inequities in kidney care including evaluation and obtaining a kidney transplant.
  • It is imperative that lawmakers from the CBC and CHC understand the impact of kidney disease in their communities and the policies they can promote to achieve equity in kidney care."
  • To promote CKD awareness, NKF is partnering with Healthy.io, a leading innovator in digital health, to provide kidney screening tests.
  • We are committed to creating a community where there is Kidney equity for all," said Kevin Longino NKF CEO and transplant recipient.