Northern Virginia

Leidos UK Named 2020 ScotlandIS Digital Technology Award Winner

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Wednesday, October 28, 2020
Leidos, Reston, Virginia, Northern Virginia, Service companies, Companies, Service industries

LONDON, Oct. 28, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Leidos (NYSE:LDOS), a FORTUNE 500 science and technology leader, today announced that it has been named a 2020 ScotlandIS Digital Technology Award winner in the Innovation through Data category.

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  • LONDON, Oct. 28, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Leidos (NYSE:LDOS), a FORTUNE 500 science and technology leader, today announced that it has been named a 2020 ScotlandIS Digital Technology Award winner in the Innovation through Data category.
  • The ScotlandIS Digital Technology Awards recognise and celebrate innovation and talent in Scotland's technology sector.
  • Leidos is a leading partner to the U.K. and Scottish governments with key client partners in transportation and energy.
  • Headquartered in Reston, Va., Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $11.09 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2020.

Northern Virginia Technology Council Announces 2020 NVTC Capital Cyber Award Winners

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Friday, October 23, 2020
Regions of the United States, NVTC, Northern Virginia, Virginia, Washington metropolitan area

MCLEAN, Va., Oct. 23, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Northern Virginia Technology Council (NVTC) , the membership and trade association for the technology community in Northern Virginia, today announced the winners of the second annual NVTC Capital Cyber Awards.

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  • MCLEAN, Va., Oct. 23, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Northern Virginia Technology Council (NVTC) , the membership and trade association for the technology community in Northern Virginia, today announced the winners of the second annual NVTC Capital Cyber Awards.
  • The NVTC Capital Cyber Award winners demonstrate dedication, vision and a proven track record of substantial contributions to their company and the technology industry in the Greater Washington region.
  • "We are proud of the innovative work the NVTC Capital Cyber Award winners are doing to protect our most critical assets, personal information and national security."
  • The Northern Virginia Technology Council (NVTC) is the membership and trade association for the technology community in Northern Virginia.

Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce Pivots to Virtual with Federal Conference

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Wednesday, September 30, 2020
Washington metropolitan area, Chamber of commerce, Northern Virginia

DUMFRIES, Va., Sept. 30, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce, one of the largest regional chambers in the Washington D.C. area, recently engaged Federal Conference to provide planning and production services to pivot their largest live annual conference, the Northern Virginia B2G Matchmaking Conference & Expo, to a virtual format.

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  • DUMFRIES, Va., Sept. 30, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce, one of the largest regional chambers in the Washington D.C. area, recently engaged Federal Conference to provide planning and production services to pivot their largest live annual conference, the Northern Virginia B2G Matchmaking Conference & Expo, to a virtual format.
  • The Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce has members from large global corporations to local solopreneuers.
  • "We selected Federal Conference because of the experience they bring to the table with developing and delivering virtual events," says Alicia Field, Events & Programs Director.
  • "Federal Conference is honored to have served the Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce and its members.

Northern Virginia Technology Council Applauds Inclusion of Section 3610 of the CARES Act in Continuing Resolution Bill

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Friday, September 25, 2020
NVTC, Northern Virginia, Cision, Companies

MCLEAN, Va., Sept. 25, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Northern Virginia Technology Council (NVTC) applauds the inclusion of Section 3610 of the CARES Act in H.R.

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  • MCLEAN, Va., Sept. 25, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Northern Virginia Technology Council (NVTC) applauds the inclusion of Section 3610 of the CARES Act in H.R.
  • 8337 , the Continuing Appropriations Act 2021 and Other Extensions Act.
  • "NVTC is pleased that this important provision has been included in the Continuing Resolution," said Jennifer Taylor, president and CEO of NVTC.
  • The Northern Virginia Technology Council (NVTC) is the membership and trade association for the technology community in Northern Virginia.

NOVA, The City of Manassas, Prince William County, Virginia Career Works and SkillSource Form Elevate Coalition to Help Get Residents Back to Work

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Tuesday, September 15, 2020
Washington metropolitan area, Geography of Virginia, Manassas, Virginia, Prince William County, Virginia, Northern Virginia, Regions of the United States, Geography of the United States

ELEVATE enhances the capacity of SkillSource, the City of Manassas, Prince William County and NOVA's to provide jobseeker and employer services that are focused on the needs of individuals.

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  • ELEVATE enhances the capacity of SkillSource, the City of Manassas, Prince William County and NOVA's to provide jobseeker and employer services that are focused on the needs of individuals.
  • This local partnership will help to ensure the success of many Prince William County and City of Manassas community members in this ongoing time of need.
  • Prince William County also funded 462 businesses with $3.6m using Cares Act funding for a small business relief micro-grant.
  • ELEVATE is a unique workforce development solution demonstrating our commitment to helping residents and businesses in Manassas and Prince William County.

Tandem Product Academy Launches New Cohort to Help Northern Virginia Technology Companies Pivot to Success in a COVID-19 Economy

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Monday, September 14, 2020
Regions of the United States, Geography of Virginia, Geography of the United States, Northern Virginia, Manassas, Virginia, Fairfax County, Virginia, Virginia, Washington metropolitan area

Its community partners include Fairfax County Economic Development Corporation, Arlington County Economic Development Corporation, Manassas County, Greater Washington Board of Trade, Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce, Northern Virginia Technology Counciland Virginia CIT.

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  • Its community partners include Fairfax County Economic Development Corporation, Arlington County Economic Development Corporation, Manassas County, Greater Washington Board of Trade, Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce, Northern Virginia Technology Counciland Virginia CIT.
  • The Tandem Product Academy will operate virtually with all-cohort classes alternating with individual company mentor sessions.
  • The immediately prior cohort of the Tandem Product Academy achieved a participant satisfaction rate of 95%.
  • By helping Northern Virginia technology companies adapt and pivot their businesses to new opportunities, the Tandem Product Academy will grow our economy in new ways and position all of us for a better future."

Leidos Appoints Lieutenant General Darrell K. Williams (Ret.) to Vice President, Defense Group Logistics

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Thursday, September 10, 2020
Washington metropolitan area, Military of the United States, Leidos, Baltimore–Washington metropolitan area, Defense Logistics Agency, Northern Virginia, Logistics, Fort Belvoir, Articles

In his role, Williams will support the planning, oversight, and execution of logistics activities across the group, and drive innovation into corporate-wide logistics offerings.

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  • In his role, Williams will support the planning, oversight, and execution of logistics activities across the group, and drive innovation into corporate-wide logistics offerings.
  • "Darrell brings a deep understanding of our customers' 'can't fail' missions and an unwavering commitment to their success," said Gerry Fasano, Leidos Defense Group president.
  • The Leidos Defense Group includes a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions and services covering air, land, sea, space and cyberspace for customers worldwide.
  • Williams most recently served as the Director of the Defense Logistics Agency, headquartered in Fort Belvoir, Va.

NWFCU Foundation Donates $20,000 to Northern Virginia Community College

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Friday, September 4, 2020
Finance, Banking, Professional services, Philanthropy, Other Education, University, Foundation, Other Philanthropy, Education, Other Professional Services, Washington metropolitan area, Baltimore–Washington metropolitan area, Northern Virginia Community College, Northern Virginia, Geography of Virginia, Education in Virginia, Northwest Federal Credit Union Foundation, Northwest Federal Credit Union

The Northwest Federal Credit Union (NWFCU) Foundation , the charitable arm of Northwest Federal Credit Union , recently presented a check for $10,000 to Dr. Julie Leidig, Provost of Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA)-Loudoun for use by the NOVA-Loudoun campus for its Lifeline program, an emergency relief fund for students at the Loudoun Campus.

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  • The Northwest Federal Credit Union (NWFCU) Foundation , the charitable arm of Northwest Federal Credit Union , recently presented a check for $10,000 to Dr. Julie Leidig, Provost of Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA)-Loudoun for use by the NOVA-Loudoun campus for its Lifeline program, an emergency relief fund for students at the Loudoun Campus.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20200904005455/en/
    Left to right: Kaycee Childress, Executive Director of the NWFCU Foundation, Dr. Julie Leidig, Provost of Northern Virginia Community College-Loudoun, and Jeff Bentley, President and CEO of Northwest Federal Credit Union and Chairman of NWFCU Foundation (Photo: Business Wire)
    We are honored to continue our support of Northern Virginia Community Colleges Helping Hands and Lifeline programs, said President and CEO of Northwest Federal Credit Union and Chairman of NWFCU Foundation, Jeff Bentley.
  • The NWFCU Foundation continues to grow their scholarship and grant program through donations and fundraising, such as the annual Drive for the Driven golf tournament.
  • The NWFCU Foundation was established in 2004 to promote and manage Northwest Federal Credit Unions philanthropic activities.

Three CST Members Named to Northern Virginia Magazine's 2020 Top Financial Professionals

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Thursday, September 3, 2020
Washington metropolitan area, Cision, Reston, Virginia, Northern Virginia, Companies, Geography of the United States

RESTON, Va., Sept. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --CST Group has announced that three of its team members have been named to Northern Virginia Magazine's 2020 Top Financial Professionals.

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  • RESTON, Va., Sept. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --CST Group has announced that three of its team members have been named to Northern Virginia Magazine's 2020 Top Financial Professionals.
  • These team members were chosen by practicing professionals in the financial services division to be included among the top accounting professionals in Northern Virginia and D.C.
    "We are thrilled to have three CST Group members named to Northern Virginia Magazine's 2020 list of Top Financial Professionals.
  • CST is proud of this recognition and I commend my colleagues for their dedication of professionalism to our clients."
  • The Top Financial Professionals 2020 list is on stands now!

2020 Corporate Growth Award Winners Announced at "Virtual" Gala

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Thursday, September 3, 2020
Association for Corporate Growth, ACG, Northern Virginia

MCLEAN, Va., Sept. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Last night during a "Virtual Gala," ACG National Capital, the region's preeminent association for corporate professionals with a focus on M&A within the middle market, presented Corporate Growth Awards to the region's biggest deals, top executives and fastest growing companies.

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  • MCLEAN, Va., Sept. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Last night during a "Virtual Gala," ACG National Capital, the region's preeminent association for corporate professionals with a focus on M&A within the middle market, presented Corporate Growth Awards to the region's biggest deals, top executives and fastest growing companies.
  • The annual Corporate Growth Awards are given to business leaders, deal teams and companies that were individually selected for their accomplishments in crafting and executing on successful growth strategies and deals.
  • The 2020 Corporate Growth Awards recognize business achievements and deals during the 2019 calendar year a year in which Washington, D.C. was once again ranked the top state economy by Business Insider .
  • The 2020 Corporate Growth Awards winners are:
    Private Equity Deal Team of the Year: Arlington Capital Partners
    Venture Deal Team of the Year: Motley Fool Ventures
    ACG National Capital is a chapter of the international association, ACG (Association for Corporate Growth) that serves Washington, D.C., northern Virginia and southern Maryland.