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Eight World Wide Technology Employees Recognized as Technology All-Stars and Rising Stars at 2023 Women of Color STEM Conference

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fredag, oktober 13, 2023

World Wide Technology (WWT), a global technology solutions provider, today announced that eight of its employees will be honored during the 28th Annual Women of Color STEM Conference on October 12-14.

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  • World Wide Technology (WWT), a global technology solutions provider, today announced that eight of its employees will be honored during the 28th Annual Women of Color STEM Conference on October 12-14.
  • In conjunction with Women of Color magazine, this conference helps women to advance their education and excel in their careers pertaining to the science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields.
  • The Women of Color STEM Awards has been recognizing the significant contributions of women in the STEM fields since 1995.
  • Each year, judges select award recipients from a talented pool of promising new hires, mid-career professionals, managers and executives.

Juniata Valley Financial Corp. Appoints New Director

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fredag, mars 24, 2023

Mifflintown, PA, March 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Marcie A. Barber, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Juniata Valley Financial Corp. (OTCQX: JUVF) (“Juniata”) has announced the appointment of Christina Calkins-Mazur to serve as a director of both Juniata and Juniata’s subsidiary bank, The Juniata Valley Bank.

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  • Mifflintown, PA, March 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Marcie A. Barber, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Juniata Valley Financial Corp. (OTCQX: JUVF) (“Juniata”) has announced the appointment of Christina Calkins-Mazur to serve as a director of both Juniata and Juniata’s subsidiary bank, The Juniata Valley Bank.
  • Mrs. Calkins-Mazur previously served as the Vice Chair for the Juniata River Valley Chamber and is presently a director working to advise the Executive Director to promote Mifflin and Juniata counties, offering opportunities to connect with other businesses, leadership development, advocacy and support, as well as educational opportunities.
  • The Juniata Valley Bank, the principal subsidiary of Juniata Valley Financial Corp., is headquartered in Mifflintown, Pennsylvania, with fifteen community offices located in Juniata, Mifflin, Perry, Huntingdon, McKean and Potter Counties.
  • More information regarding The Juniata Valley Bank can be found online at ww w .

NATIONAL PATHWAYS INITIATIVE ANNOUNCES BIPARTISAN SUMMIT TO ADDRESS CRISIS IN EDUCATION WITH A BOLD REFORM AGENDA

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torsdag, januari 12, 2023

WASHINGTON, Jan. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Pathways Initiative (NPI), a national coalition of prominent leaders from education, business, government, students and the civil rights community today announced that it will be convening a national education summit in Washington DC on March 16th, 2023 to advance the pathways approach to education. 

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  • Our leadership committee and supporters include:
    Prominent business organizations such as the State Business Executives as well as major companies.
  • Key educational organizations including the Education Commission of the States, Education Trust, the Teachers and Principals Unions, and Pathways innovators like the National Academies Foundation.
  • Now, the National Pathways Initiative has put forward a policy agenda with achievable reforms that have bipartisan support.
  • The summit in Washington D.C. will convene all these stakeholders and members of Congress to chart a path forward to adopt these bi-partisan solutions.

BRIGHTON MARINE BOARD ELECTS ROSYE BLANCAS CLOUD AS CHAIR AND APPOINTS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

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tisdag, november 15, 2022

BOSTON, Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Brighton Marine board of directors has elected a new board chair and appointed a new executive committee, creating a strategic and diverse group to govern the nonprofit as it aims to broaden its reach to meet the evolving needs of Uniformed Service Members, Veterans, and their families.

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  • For the first time, the board is chaired by a woman, Rosye Blancas Cloud, alongside a board reflecting the changing demographics of the Veterans community.
  • Blancas Cloud is a social impact entrepreneur who leads a management consulting practice specializing in transformative solutions for not-for-profit and mission-driven organizations.
  • Blancas Cloud has dedicated over 20 years to public service, leading policy and program initiatives that increase access to education, employment, and critical social services for all Americans.
  • The new Executive Committee members include:
    Robert "Bob" C. Ballard is serving as the Chair of the Finance Committee and Treasurer.

Six World Wide Technology Employees Recognized as Technology Rising Stars at 2022 Women of Color STEM Conference

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fredag, oktober 7, 2022

World Wide Technology (WWT), a global technology solutions provider, announces six of its employees will be honored during the Women of Color STEM Conference Digital Twin Experience (DTX) on October 7-9.

Key Points: 
  • World Wide Technology (WWT), a global technology solutions provider, announces six of its employees will be honored during the Women of Color STEM Conference Digital Twin Experience (DTX) on October 7-9.
  • The Women of Color STEM Awards recognize the significant contributions and outstanding achievements of women in STEM disciplines.
  • The WWT Women of Color STEM award winners include:
    These women are dedicated to mentorship and diversity initiatives that advance opportunities for, and help shape the technology leaders of the future.
  • A big thank you to the Women of Color STEM Conference for celebrating these incredible women in technology.

UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT EDUCATOR ELLEN R. SHANLEY BECOMES 2022-2023 PRESIDENT OF ACADEMY OF NUTRITION AND DIETETICS

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onsdag, juni 1, 2022

Ellen R. Shanley began her term on June 1 as the 2022-2023 President of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

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  • Ellen R. Shanley began her term on June 1 as the 2022-2023 President of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
  • Shanley received the Academy's 2012 Medallion Award for outstanding service to the organization and profession and the Academy Foundation's 2005 Award for Excellence in Dietetic Education.
  • Shanley earned an undergraduate degree from Syracuse University and a master's in business administration degree from Babson College.
  • Representing more than 112,000 credentialed nutrition and dietetics practitioners, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is the world's largest organization of food and nutrition professionals.

Six World Wide Technology Employees Recognized as Technology All-Stars and Rising Stars at 2021 Women of Color STEM Conference

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fredag, oktober 8, 2021

World Wide Technology (WWT), a global technology solutions provider, announces six of its employees will be honored during the Women of Color STEM Conference Digital Twin Experience (DTX) on October 7-9.

Key Points: 
  • World Wide Technology (WWT), a global technology solutions provider, announces six of its employees will be honored during the Women of Color STEM Conference Digital Twin Experience (DTX) on October 7-9.
  • The Women of Color STEM Awards recognize the significant contributions and outstanding achievements of women in STEM disciplines.
  • About Women of Color STEM Conference:
    The annual Women of Color STEM ConferenceA Multicultural Event is produced by Career Communications Group Inc. (CCG), the leader in workforce diversity.
  • For 26 years, the Women of Color STEM Conference has been a leading event for professional development and networking.

Spotlight On Malnutrition Month 2021: Academy Of Nutrition And Dietetics Highlights Initiatives To Address A Condition That Affects Many Hospitalized Seniors

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tisdag, september 7, 2021

The Academy and its Foundation are facilitating initiatives to alleviate malnutrition.

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  • The Academy and its Foundation are facilitating initiatives to alleviate malnutrition.
  • The Malnutrition Quality Improvement Initiative is a project of the Academy, Avalere Health and key stakeholders collaborating to provide guidance and expertise for clinical malnutrition.
  • The initiative aims to advance evidence-based, high-quality, patient-driven care for hospitalized older adults who are malnourished or at-risk for malnutrition.
  • Representing more than 112,000 credentialed nutrition and dietetics practitioners, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is the world's largest organization of food and nutrition professionals.