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HACU Announces Eleven Honorees to be Recognized at 37th Annual Conference on Hispanic Higher Education, Oct. 28-30, 2023

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Friday, October 20, 2023
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The awards will be presented during HACU’s 37th Annual Conference, “Championing Hispanic Higher Education Success: Diversifying Our Workforce and Strengthening America,” taking place October 28 – 30, 2023, in Chicago, Illinois.

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  • The awards will be presented during HACU’s 37th Annual Conference, “Championing Hispanic Higher Education Success: Diversifying Our Workforce and Strengthening America,” taking place October 28 – 30, 2023, in Chicago, Illinois.
  • As the nation’s leading voice for Hispanic higher education and Hispanic-Serving Institutions, HACU has been a leader in securing the support of federal, corporate and higher education communities for programs and initiatives advancing Hispanic higher education.
  • “HACU is fortunate to have many great supporters who fulfill our mission of advancing Hispanic student success, and our awards recognize their efforts,” said HACU President and CEO Antonio R. Flores.
  • Michael Olivas, J.D., Ph.D., recipient of HACU’s Lifelong Leadership Award (posthumous award) for lifelong service to Hispanic higher education.

CGI to integrate AI into visa processing support at U.S. embassies and consulates across Asia Pacific

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023
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CGI will implement the newly-enhanced CGI Atlas360 solution that applies innovative machine learning application with AI and Natural Language Processing tools as part of its approach to leverage the latest technologies to improve efficiency, effectiveness and security in the visa application process.

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  • CGI will implement the newly-enhanced CGI Atlas360 solution that applies innovative machine learning application with AI and Natural Language Processing tools as part of its approach to leverage the latest technologies to improve efficiency, effectiveness and security in the visa application process.
  • "As applicant and agency needs evolve, CGI is committed to delivering enhanced solutions to satisfy the mission critical needs of U.S. embassies and consulates."
  • Currently, CGI provides GSS services for 93 posts, increasing access to visa information that facilitates secure international travel.
  • "CGI has served as a lead integrator for the Bureau since 1992, bringing highly experienced management personnel and regional insight," said Lacy Perry, CGI Senior Vice-President, Consulting-Delivery.

TEAMSTERS CONDEMN GAVIN NEWSOM'S ANTI-WORKER, ANTI-PROGRESS VETO SPREE

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023
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SACRAMENTO, Calif., Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Following a legislative session where he vetoed a multitude of bills that would have improved worker's rights, occupational safety, and financial security for the middle class, the Teamsters are condemning California Gov. Gavin Newsom for making life harder for working families in the nation's most populous state.

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  • Gavin Newsom for making life harder for working families in the nation's most populous state.
  • "Gavin Newsom wants to act like he's both an ally of labor and an ally of Big Business," said Chris Griswold, Teamsters International Vice President At-Large and President of Teamsters Joint Council 42.
  • Founded in 1903, the Teamsters Union represents 1.2 million hardworking people in the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico.
  • Visit Teamster.org to learn more and follow us on Twitter @Teamsters and on Facebook at Facebook.com/teamsters .

New Era of AI Grips World's Imagination as GITEX GLOBAL 2023 Enters 2nd Day

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
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DUBAI, UAE, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As the UAE hosts the world's largest tech and startup show, Dubai unleashed a new era of global AI dominance at GITEX GLOBAL 2023. The event, currently underway at Dubai World Trade Centre until October 20, brings together the world's brightest minds, forward-thinking governments, and the most advanced companies to redefine the boundaries of the AI economy and shape the future of technological revolution on the planet.

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  • Pony.ai, a $8.5 billion Toyota-backed robotaxi unicorn, designs autonomous vehicles with active deployments in Silicon Valley, Beijing, and Guangzhou.
  • Speaking at GITEX GLOBAL, Pony.ai co-founder and CFO Dr. Leo Wang said he sees a viable path toward Middle East expansion.
  • The region's traditionally friendly business environment and readiness to adopt advanced AI technology provide an excellent incentive for innovative businesses.
  • "With its extensive exhibitor list of global tech leaders, GITEX GLOBAL represents the vast breadth of technology available for robocar brands to help forge broad industrial ecosystems," he said.

New Era of AI Grips World's Imagination as GITEX GLOBAL 2023 Enters 2nd Day

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
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DUBAI, UAE, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As the UAE hosts the world's largest tech and startup show, Dubai unleashed a new era of global AI dominance at GITEX GLOBAL 2023. The event, currently underway at Dubai World Trade Centre until October 20, brings together the world's brightest minds, forward-thinking governments, and the most advanced companies to redefine the boundaries of the AI economy and shape the future of technological revolution on the planet. 

Key Points: 
  • Pony.ai, a $8.5 billion Toyota-backed robotaxi unicorn, designs autonomous vehicles with active deployments in Silicon Valley, Beijing, and Guangzhou.
  • Speaking at GITEX GLOBAL, Pony.ai co-founder and CFO Dr. Leo Wang said he sees a viable path toward Middle East expansion.
  • The region's traditionally friendly business environment and readiness to adopt advanced AI technology provide an excellent incentive for innovative businesses.
  • "With its extensive exhibitor list of global tech leaders, GITEX GLOBAL represents the vast breadth of technology available for robocar brands to help forge broad industrial ecosystems," he said.

Business Immigration Attorney Stephen R. Pattison Joins Hunton Andrews Kurth in Washington

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023
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Washington, Oct. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Stephen R. Pattison, a business immigration attorney and former U.S. State Department Senior Foreign Service Officer, has joined Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP as a special counsel in Washington, D.C.

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  • Washington, Oct. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Stephen R. Pattison, a business immigration attorney and former U.S. State Department Senior Foreign Service Officer, has joined Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP as a special counsel in Washington, D.C.
    Leveraging the experience and insight developed over the course of his 28-year career with the State Department, Pattison focuses his practice on the representation of corporate and individual clients on business immigration, consular processing and individual immigration matters.
  • In 2010, he returned to Washington, where he practiced U.S. business immigration law, first as a senior counsel with Maggio and Kattar, PC and then as a solo practitioner.
  • Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP’s immigration practice handles all immigration needs for corporate clients, from sponsorship of key employees for temporary visas and permanent residence in the U.S. and abroad, to I-9 compliance advice, government investigations and due diligence.
  • With lawyers in the United States, Asia, Europe and the Middle East, Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP serves clients across a broad range of complex transactional, litigation and regulatory matters.

Pryor Cashman Welcomes Christian Hylton to Its Real Estate Group

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023
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Pryor Cashman is pleased to announce that Christian Hylton has joined the firm as a partner in the Real Estate Group and Land Use + Zoning Practice.

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  • Pryor Cashman is pleased to announce that Christian Hylton has joined the firm as a partner in the Real Estate Group and Land Use + Zoning Practice.
  • Christian comes to Pryor Cashman from Phillips Nizer LLP, where he was a partner and co-chair of the land use and government relations practice.
  • Christian’s practice focuses on oversight and management of matters related to land use, zoning, and economic development, along with commercial and residential real estate.
  • “Christian is joining our firm at a great time,” said Ronald Shechtman , Managing Partner of Pryor Cashman.

Intevity Names George Jagodzinski, Chief Executive Officer

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023
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BOSTON, Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Intevity, a leading digital technology consultancy, has named co-founder George Jagodzinski Chief Executive Officer.

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  • BOSTON, Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Intevity, a leading digital technology consultancy, has named co-founder George Jagodzinski Chief Executive Officer.
  • Intevity, a top digital consultancy, geared for dynamic growth in the thriving digital transformation era.
  • "George has been integral to Intevity's success since the early days," said Elmore.
  • He's the right leader to carry Intevity into its next stage of growth."

October 5th-10th Kazakh National University of Arts Founder to visit New York to Celebrate PEACE Through Music Diplomacy

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023
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New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - October 3, 2023) - The Kazakh National University of Arts (KazNUA) founder, Aiman Mussakhajayeva, will visit New York and Washington, D.C., as she continues the mission of building cultural and educational exchange programs like KazUNA.

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  • New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - October 3, 2023) - The Kazakh National University of Arts (KazNUA) founder, Aiman Mussakhajayeva, will visit New York and Washington, D.C., as she continues the mission of building cultural and educational exchange programs like KazUNA.
  • The PEACE through Music Diplomacy Act was recently signed into law by President Biden.
  • The University has different international exchange programs from Performing Arts, Visual Arts, Jazz, Art Technology, and more.
  • The span of the university's international programs reaches over 20 different countries, and continues to expand its partnerships actively.

Indoor Maps Pilot Project Completed in Burt and Cuming County, Nebraska

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023
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ST. CLOUD, Minn., Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- GeoComm, provider of Public Safety Location Intelligence®, has completed a pilot project with the Burt County Sheriff's Office and Cuming County E911 Dispatch in Nebraska to integrate GIS-based indoor maps for one school in each county into their GeoComm Dispatch Map software.

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  • GeoComm, provider of Public Safety Location Intelligence®, has completed a pilot project with the Burt County Sheriff's Office and Cuming County E911 Dispatch in Nebraska to integrate GIS-based indoor maps for one school in each county into their GeoComm Dispatch Map software.
  • CLOUD, Minn., Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- GeoComm, provider of Public Safety Location Intelligence®, has completed a pilot project with the Burt County Sheriff's Office and Cuming County E911 Dispatch in Nebraska to integrate GIS-based indoor maps for one school in each county into their GeoComm Dispatch Map software.
  • GIS-based indoor maps allow telecommunicators to search, view, and filter out underlying data within the map for user-friendly views.
  • These newly developed indoor maps will be viewable in GeoComm Dispatch Map.