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Everspring and Santa Clara University Expand Partnership with New Online Master's in Business Analytics

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Thursday, March 4, 2021

With the addition of the MSBA, Santa Clara University will provide in-demand advanced skills in business analytics to professionals seeking an online master's program at a top 10 business school .

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  • With the addition of the MSBA, Santa Clara University will provide in-demand advanced skills in business analytics to professionals seeking an online master's program at a top 10 business school .
  • "The new online MS in Business Analytics is an exciting addition to our online graduate programs," said Nydia MacGregor, Ph.D., Faculty Director of MBA and Online Programs at the Leavey School of Business.
  • "Everspring is delighted to build on our work with Santa Clara to expand the highly-ranked portfolio of graduate business programs we've created together," said Everspring President and Co-founder, Beth Hollenberg.
  • Everspring's partnership with Santa Clara has yielded outstanding results for the existing online graduate programs at Leavey:
    Princeton Review ranks the online MBA the #14 online MBA program.

Former MobileIron and McAfee Executive Brian Foster joins Awingu as strategic advisor

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Tuesday, March 2, 2021

GHENT, Belgium andLOS ANGELES, March 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Brian Foster joins the advisory board of Awingu.

Key Points: 
  • GHENT, Belgium andLOS ANGELES, March 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Brian Foster joins the advisory board of Awingu.
  • Brian is a renowned executive in Silicon Valley's cyber security and IT industry.
  • Brian explains: "I have been following Awingu for a long time.
  • "Awingu has demonstrated impressive growth in 2020," adds Michel Akkermans, Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors at Awingu, "Brian is the right person for Awingu, and we look forward to his contribution and guidance in the journey to come."

Former MobileIron and McAfee Executive Brian Foster joins Awingu as strategic advisor

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, March 2, 2021

GHENT, Belgium andLOS ANGELES, March 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Brian Foster joins the advisory board of Awingu.

Key Points: 
  • GHENT, Belgium andLOS ANGELES, March 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Brian Foster joins the advisory board of Awingu.
  • Brian is a renowned executive in Silicon Valley's cyber security and IT industry.
  • Brian explains: "I have been following Awingu for a long time.
  • "Awingu has demonstrated impressive growth in 2020," adds Michel Akkermans, Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors at Awingu, "Brian is the right person for Awingu, and we look forward to his contribution and guidance in the journey to come."

New Silicon Valley Accelerator Program for Black Entrepreneurs Launched by African Diaspora Network and Key Partners

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Tuesday, February 23, 2021

"Lack of access to capital and funder networks are long standing barriers against the growth of Black-led businesses," says Almaz Negash, Founder and Executive Director of African Diaspora Network.

Key Points: 
  • "Lack of access to capital and funder networks are long standing barriers against the growth of Black-led businesses," says Almaz Negash, Founder and Executive Director of African Diaspora Network.
  • Seeding African Diaspora Network's project aligns with Silicon Valley Community Foundation's ongoing commitment to investing in efforts that strengthen communities of color and support the leaders within those communities," Nicole Taylor, president and CEO, Silicon Valley Community Foundation.
  • These nominating partners will select 20 high-caliber enterprises that are suited for the Builders of America's Future program.
  • If you are interested in supporting Builders of America's Future as a sponsor, please contact ADN's program manager, Megan Hunsberger ( [email protected] ).

School of Education and Counseling Psychology Receives Leadership Gift from Sobrato Brisson Family

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Tuesday, February 16, 2021

The gift comes at a crucial time for todays youth, and its impact will reach far beyond the Santa Clara campus community, according to Sabrina Zirkel, dean of the School of Education and Counseling Psychology.

Key Points: 
  • The gift comes at a crucial time for todays youth, and its impact will reach far beyond the Santa Clara campus community, according to Sabrina Zirkel, dean of the School of Education and Counseling Psychology.
  • Sobrato Brisson, who earned a masters degree in counseling psychology from Santa Clara Universitys School of Education and Counseling Psychology, has dedicated much of her life to serving children and teens with life-threatening or chronic illness.
  • The daughter of Sue and John A. Sobrato, Sobrato Brisson is part of the second generation of Sobrato alumni who have generously supported Santa Clara University.
  • Watch the video about the Leadership Gift from Sobrato Brisson Family.

FINDORA Research Foundation Grants 2 Million to LZMicro

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Friday, January 29, 2021

LZMicro has offices and teams in Silicon Valley, Shanghai and Beijing.

Key Points: 
  • LZMicro has offices and teams in Silicon Valley, Shanghai and Beijing.
  • The FINDORA's open financial network has been built from the ground up to address many of the "pain points" of traditional finance.
  • Founded in 2020, LZMicro has a mission to be the world's first reliable full-stack computing IC and solution provider.
  • Its founding team includes renowned chip design experts who have the resources to establish LZMicro as an industry benchmark.

Grid Dynamics Announces Date of Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2020 Financial Results Conference Call and Webcast

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Thursday, January 28, 2021

Grid Dynamics Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: GDYN) (Grid Dynamics), a leader in enterprise-level digital transformation, today announced that it will host a conference call at 4:30 p.m.

Key Points: 
  • Grid Dynamics Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: GDYN) (Grid Dynamics), a leader in enterprise-level digital transformation, today announced that it will host a conference call at 4:30 p.m.
  • ET on Thursday, March 4, 2021 to discuss its fourth quarter and full year 2020 financial results.
  • Grid Dynamics (Nasdaq: GDYN) is a digital-native technology services provider that accelerates growth and bolsters competitive advantage for Fortune 1000 companies.
  • Founded in 2006, Grid Dynamics is headquartered in Silicon Valley with offices across the US, Central and Eastern Europe.

Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP Expands Bay Area Reach, Launches Silicon Valley Campus

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Tuesday, January 26, 2021

DALLAS, Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Berry Appleman & Leiden (BAL) LLP, the world's preeminent corporate immigration law firm, opens the doors to its new office in Santa Clara, Calif., on Jan. 25.

Key Points: 
  • DALLAS, Jan. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Berry Appleman & Leiden (BAL) LLP, the world's preeminent corporate immigration law firm, opens the doors to its new office in Santa Clara, Calif., on Jan. 25.
  • The expansion into Silicon Valley is not only part of the firm's national growth strategy, it also solidifies BAL as the dominant immigration law firm in Northern California and the West Coast.
  • In a rapidly changing global mobility landscape, impacted by COVID-19, geopolitical and cross-border issues, a holistic immigration strategy is a necessity in today's business and policy environment.
  • "We have deep roots and long-standing relationships with Silicon Valley, and we understand the objectives of its established business community," said BAL Partner Frieda Garcia.

Santa Clara University Online MBA Rises 91 places to No. 40 in 2021 U.S. News & World Report Online Program Rankings

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Tuesday, January 26, 2021

The Everspring-powered online MBA at Santa Clara Universitys Leavey School of Business rose an impressive 91 places to achieve a ranking of number 40 in the 2021 U.S. News & World Report Best Online Program rankings, released today, up from number 131 in last years rankings.

Key Points: 
  • The Everspring-powered online MBA at Santa Clara Universitys Leavey School of Business rose an impressive 91 places to achieve a ranking of number 40 in the 2021 U.S. News & World Report Best Online Program rankings, released today, up from number 131 in last years rankings.
  • Everspring is a leading provider of education technology and services to universities seeking to build or expand their online capabilities.
  • The success of the online MBA is reflected in its retention and student satisfaction numbers: The program boasts outstanding retention rates and a 92% student satisfaction rate.
  • The online MBA features a unique program theme centered around developing students skills for innovation in the tech-driven Silicon Valley region.

Silicon Valley's Grand Hotel Sunnyvale Announces $25 Million Dollar Addition

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Wednesday, January 6, 2021

SUNNYVALE, Calif., Jan. 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Grand Hotel Sunnyvale, Silicon Valley's #1 boutique hotel on TripAdvisor, announces its upcoming $25 million dollar annex will be completed June 1, 2021.

Key Points: 
  • SUNNYVALE, Calif., Jan. 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Grand Hotel Sunnyvale, Silicon Valley's #1 boutique hotel on TripAdvisor, announces its upcoming $25 million dollar annex will be completed June 1, 2021.
  • ft. addition will span 4 floors with 51 new rooms, two state-of-the-art meeting spaces, and a new gym.
  • The Grand Hotel Sunnyvale, and sister property, The Cupertino Hotel, are under the direction of Area Hotel General Manager Claudio Bono.
  • The Grand Hotel is currently open for essential stays only, following the California TravelAdvisory ForNon-Essential Travel.