American Affairs

Fadwa Hammoud Joins Miller Johnson as Detroit Managing Member

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Thursday, February 22, 2024
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DETROIT, Feb. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Miller Johnson today announced that Fadwa Hammoud, Chief Deputy Attorney General of the State of Michigan and former Solicitor General of Michigan, has been named Managing Member of the firm’s Detroit office.

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  • DETROIT, Feb. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Miller Johnson today announced that Fadwa Hammoud, Chief Deputy Attorney General of the State of Michigan and former Solicitor General of Michigan, has been named Managing Member of the firm’s Detroit office.
  • Hammoud will help lead key lines of service for Miller Johnson, including crisis management, dispute resolution, intellectual property, health care, corporate, mergers and acquisitions, real estate, and education law.
  • Hammoud immediately joins the firm’s leadership team and will report directly to David Buday, Managing Member of Miller Johnson.
  • Hammoud is a member of several organizations, including the League of Women Voters, American Association of University Women, and the Women Lawyers Association.

As part of its expanding activities in the United States of America: Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) Announces Launch of U.S. Innovation Center and Unveils Debut Program, IAI CATALYST

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024
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Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) announces the launch of its first innovation center in the U.S. and the debut program within it – IAI CATALYST.

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  • Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) announces the launch of its first innovation center in the U.S. and the debut program within it – IAI CATALYST.
  • The innovation center is a groundbreaking initiative of the company alongside the decision to expand its business activities and presence in the U.S.
  • IAI’s new innovation center and the IAI CATALYST program will foster cooperation between IAI and American startup companies while providing them the opportunity to develop technologies alongside our world-renowned experts and partners.
  • Operated by Starburst Aerospace, IAI CATALYST is a unique 5-month business accelerator program, tailored to support emerging startups on their journey to success.

Readout of SBA Administrator Guzman’s Attendance at the 2023 White House Tribal Nations Summit at White House

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Friday, December 8, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Dec. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On Thursday, December 7, Administrator Isabel Casillas Guzman , head of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the voice in President Biden’s cabinet for America’s 33 million small businesses attended the 2023 White House Tribal Nations Summit to listen to Native American perspectives and learn more about their priorities.

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  • WASHINGTON, Dec. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On Thursday, December 7, Administrator Isabel Casillas Guzman , head of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the voice in President Biden’s cabinet for America’s 33 million small businesses attended the 2023 White House Tribal Nations Summit to listen to Native American perspectives and learn more about their priorities.
  • The White House Tribal Nations Summit created an opportunity for the Biden-Harris Administration and Tribal leaders from the 574 federally recognized Tribes to discuss ways the federal government can invest in and strengthen nation-to-nation relationships and foster growth in and support Native American communities.
  • Administrator Guzman also discussed progress made under the Biden-Harris Administration, including a 70% increase in total loans to Native-owned businesses and updates to the SBA Tribal Consultation Policy, recommitting the government-to-government relationship between tribes and the federal government.
  • For follow-up interview requests for Administrator Guzman, please contact Rebecca Galanti at [email protected] .

SBA Expands Financial Assistance to Native American Communities with Six New Grantees

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023
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In addition to the four inaugural TCSBA grantees, the SBA is also announcing the awarding of two grants to entities serving Native American entrepreneurs through the agency’s Community Navigators initiative.

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  • In addition to the four inaugural TCSBA grantees, the SBA is also announcing the awarding of two grants to entities serving Native American entrepreneurs through the agency’s Community Navigators initiative.
  • These awardees represent an expansion of existing grants administered by the SBA to help reach Native American entrepreneurs through the Community Navigators program.
  • The SBA’s Office of Native American Affairs leads federal government efforts to promote entrepreneurship among Native American communities and support underserved and economically disadvantaged communities.
  • To learn more about assistance provided to Native American small businesses and SBA’s Office of Native American Affairs, please visit http://www.sba.gov/onaa .

Glenda Noel-Ney Named Folger Shakespeare Library's Director of Development

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Thursday, August 17, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Folger Shakespeare Library has named Glenda Noel-Ney—a proven leader in the arts with more than 30 years of experience in fundraising, strategic planning, and team building—as its new Director of Development. Noel-Ney was hired following a comprehensive executive search process led by the Arts Consulting Group (ACG). Noel-Ney will partner with Folger Director Michael Witmore to engage the Folger's Board of Governors, philanthropic partners, and donor base. She will also lead the institution in creating a fundraising strategy that will build upon the success of the recent Wonder of Will capital campaign, during which the Folger raised more than $50 million to support its landmark renovation and expanded programming.

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  • Glenda Noel-Ney heading up fundraising for the Folger Shakespeare Library, the world's largest Shakespeare collection.
  • WASHINGTON, Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Folger Shakespeare Library has named Glenda Noel-Ney—a proven leader in the arts with more than 30 years of experience in fundraising, strategic planning, and team building—as its new Director of Development.
  • Noel-Ney will partner with Folger Director Michael Witmore to engage the Folger's Board of Governors, philanthropic partners, and donor base.
  • As Development Director for the Wisconsin Union at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, she raised $25 million for the historic Union's restoration.

Fiber Broadband Association Hosts The State Broadband Summit at Fiber Connect 2023

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Tuesday, July 25, 2023
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The Fiber Broadband Association today announced it will host The State Broadband Summit on Wednesday, August 23, at Fiber Connect 2023 in Orlando, Fla. As state broadband offices submit their five-year broadband plans, the Summit will bring together critical players from within the fiber broadband ecosystem to explore the best path forward.

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  • The Fiber Broadband Association today announced it will host The State Broadband Summit on Wednesday, August 23, at Fiber Connect 2023 in Orlando, Fla. As state broadband offices submit their five-year broadband plans, the Summit will bring together critical players from within the fiber broadband ecosystem to explore the best path forward.
  • So, we’ve created content that provides the tools needed to successfully navigate fiber network builds—both today and over the next decade,” said Evann Freeman, EPB Director of Government Relations and Fiber Broadband Association Conference Committee Chair.
  • The full Fiber Connect 2023 conference runs August 20-23, and will be held at the Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center in Orlando, Fla. Those interested in attending can register for a full conference pass that includes the State Broadband Summit, or a one-day pass is now available to attend Wednesday’s State Broadband Summit only.
  • For more information about the State Broadband Summit or the full Fiber Connect 2023 conference, visit fiberconnect.fiberbroadband.org .

The Journey Venture Studio Appoints First Four Board Members

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Monday, July 24, 2023
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PHOENIX, July 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Journey Venture Studio announced today the appointment of the first four members to its board of directors. Each board member was sought out as a mission-aligned partner as the studio prepares to launch its first Founder in Residence Cohort.

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  • PHOENIX, July 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Journey Venture Studio announced today the appointment of the first four members to its board of directors.
  • The first four board members include:
    Justin Bayless, Former CEO of Bayless Integrated Healthcare, Founder & CEO of Ten Figures, and Founder & President of The Journey Venture Studio
    All board members have extensive knowledge of entrepreneurship, venture capital, and healthcare.
  • "With the support of these experienced board members we are able to hit the ground running and quickly grow the scale and impact of The Journey Venture Studio," said Mark Moeremans, Managing Director of The Journey.
  • The Journey Venture Studio is a mission-driven venture studio building disruptive healthcare companies in partnership with the next generation of diverse founders.

Uruguay President Hails 75 Years of His Nation's Friendship with Israel at AJC Global Forum

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Tuesday, June 13, 2023
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And the most important thing is the friendship among nations that uphold and cherish these values," Lacalle Pou said.

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  • And the most important thing is the friendship among nations that uphold and cherish these values," Lacalle Pou said.
  • "Along with 75 years of independence for Israel, today we celebrate 75 years of friendship between Uruguay and Israel."
  • Four days later, Uruguay became the first South American nation to recognize Israel and the fourth nation overall.
  • Last year, AJC signed an association agreement with Comite Central Israelita de Uruguay, the main Jewish communal organization in Uruguay.

Ownership America Applauds the Bipartisan, Bicameral Introduction of the Employee Equity Investment Act

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Wednesday, May 17, 2023
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CAMBRIDGE, Mass., May 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ownership America applauds the bipartisan, bicameral introduction of the Employee Equity Investment Act (EEIA), which is expected to significantly accelerate the growth of employee ownership over the next two decades. The EEIA would create an investment facility within the existing SBA Small Business Investment Company (SBIC) program designed to mobilize private investment towards creating, growing, and sustaining employee-owned businesses. The program would operate at no subsidy cost to the taxpayer and would also remove contracting barriers for employee-owned businesses.

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  • CAMBRIDGE, Mass., May 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ownership America applauds the bipartisan, bicameral introduction of the Employee Equity Investment Act (EEIA), which is expected to significantly accelerate the growth of employee ownership over the next two decades.
  • "The Employee Equity Investment Act reflects a bipartisan commitment to building a more competitive, resilient, and broadly prosperous American economy," said Ownership America Founder and Executive Director Jack Moriarty .
  • The Employee Equity Investment Act would create substantial benefits for workers and local economies by making a transition to employee ownership more efficient for small and medium-sized businesses.
  • "The Employee Equity and Investment Act (EEIA) will catalyze employee ownership for business owners who want to do right by their employees by removing a key barrier in the financing process on the pathway to employee ownership.

Fiber Broadband Association’s Fiber Connect 2023 Declares Leave No Community Behind

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Monday, May 1, 2023
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The Fiber Broadband Association today announced the agenda for Fiber Connect 2023 , held August 20-23, 2023, at the Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center in Orlando, Fla.

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  • The Fiber Broadband Association today announced the agenda for Fiber Connect 2023 , held August 20-23, 2023, at the Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center in Orlando, Fla.
  • Fiber Connect 2023 is expected to be the largest, most successful Fiber Broadband Association event ever.
  • Registration for Fiber Connect 2023 is now open and can be accessed here.
  • New elements to this year’s agenda include Fiber Meet Ups, The C-Suite Forum, The State Broadband Summit at Fiber Connect 2023, and Technology Deep Dives presented in partnership with The Broadband Forum.