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Cyber Readiness Institute and Cybersecurity Manufacturing Innovation Institute Launch Free Cyber Readiness Program for Small and Medium-Sized Manufacturers

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024

The Cyber Readiness Institute (CRI) and Cybersecurity Manufacturing Innovation Institute (CyManII) at The University of Texas at San Antonio have launched a pilot program aimed at elevating cyber readiness and security within the energy manufacturing sector.

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  • The Cyber Readiness Institute (CRI) and Cybersecurity Manufacturing Innovation Institute (CyManII) at The University of Texas at San Antonio have launched a pilot program aimed at elevating cyber readiness and security within the energy manufacturing sector.
  • Through this partnership, CyManII will provide up to 200 U.S. manufacturers in the energy sector with access to CRI’s free Cyber Readiness Program.
  • Focused on human behavior, the Cyber Readiness Program delivers cyber best practices and guides organizations through the development of key business continuity measures.
  • “This pilot program is an important first step in strengthening the cyber readiness of small and medium manufacturers,” noted Karen S. Evans, CRI Managing Director.

SmartBear Enhances Commitment to India with Increased Investments

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

SmartBear is currently supporting more than 150 customers across India, representing fintech, health care, and transportation and logistics.

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  • SmartBear is currently supporting more than 150 customers across India, representing fintech, health care, and transportation and logistics.
  • “The potential market for software development solutions in India is substantial and continues to expand rapidly as does the increasing demand for skilled developers and cloud engineers,” said Dan Faulkner , Chief Product Officer at SmartBear.
  • An immersive experience, SmartBear DevOps Academy offers project planning in collaboration with a diverse team, including developers, automation engineers, product managers, and UI/UX designers.
  • SmartBear has also been actively expanding its presence in India and the wider APAC region through strategic partnerships with local companies, most recently with Netpoleon India .

Tunde Oyeneyin — Instant New York Times Best-selling Author, Peloton Instructor, Nike Athlete and Change Maker — to Keynote IAMPHENOM 2024

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Monday, March 25, 2024

Phenom today announced Tunde Oyeneyin as a keynote speaker at IAMPHENOM — the human resources conference for hiring, developing and retaining talent taking place April 23-25 in Philadelphia.

Key Points: 
  • Phenom today announced Tunde Oyeneyin as a keynote speaker at IAMPHENOM — the human resources conference for hiring, developing and retaining talent taking place April 23-25 in Philadelphia.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240325637971/en/
    Tunde Oyeneyin, the instant New York Times best-selling author, Peloton instructor, Nike Athlete and change maker, will keynote IAMPHENOM, the human resources conference for hiring, developing and retaining talent taking place April 23-25 in Philadelphia.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    Known worldwide as an instant New York Times best-selling author, electric and charismatic Peloton instructor, Nike Athlete and change maker, Tunde brings her unparalleled positive energy to inspire audiences.
  • Tunde has recently been featured for her powerful work on The TODAY SHOW, Good Morning America, Access Live, The New York Times, Vogue, Women's Health and more.

ICAS Redefines Accountancy Training in UK First

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Monday, March 25, 2024

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland ( ICAS ) has today announced the biggest shake up in how it trains accountancy students in its 170-year history.

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  • The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland ( ICAS ) has today announced the biggest shake up in how it trains accountancy students in its 170-year history.
  • The new syllabus will make sure that the Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification remains relevant in an evolving global business landscape and from 22 March, ICAS students will learn through a UK first training model.
  • Bruce Cartwright CA, CEO at ICAS said: “Throughout our 170-year history, ICAS has constantly reinvented itself to remain relevant in an ever-changing world.
  • Training with ICAS will also mean that students can study online, but also access in person workshops and tutor time.

Dragos Earns Premier 5-Star Rating in 2024 CRN® Partner Program Guide

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Monday, March 25, 2024

For the 2024 Partner Program Guide, CRN evaluated vendors based on program requirements and offerings such as partner training and education, pre- and post-sales support, marketing programs and resources, technical support, and communication.

Key Points: 
  • For the 2024 Partner Program Guide, CRN evaluated vendors based on program requirements and offerings such as partner training and education, pre- and post-sales support, marketing programs and resources, technical support, and communication.
  • With CRN’s 2024 Partner Program Guide, solution providers can access deep insights into the unique strengths of each partner program and vendors who demonstrate dedication to their partner community.”
    Launched in June 2023, the Dragos Global Partner Program is the only OT channel program to comprise OT cybersecurity technology, threat intelligence, services, and training.
  • For more information about the Dragos Global Partner Program or to become a Dragos partner, visit here .
  • The 2024 CRN Partner Program Guide can be found online at www.CRN.com/PPG and will be featured in the April 2024 issue of CRN Magazine.

2024 Entrepreneurship Summit Presented by the Harvard Undergraduate Venture Capital Group: Agenda and Speakers

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Friday, March 22, 2024

The Harvard Undergraduate Venture Capital Group (VCG) will hold its annual Entrepreneurship Summit on Sunday, March 24, 2024, from 8 AM to 5:30 PM at The Ritz-Carlton in Boston.

Key Points: 
  • The Harvard Undergraduate Venture Capital Group (VCG) will hold its annual Entrepreneurship Summit on Sunday, March 24, 2024, from 8 AM to 5:30 PM at The Ritz-Carlton in Boston.
  • The Summit is the largest undergraduate entrepreneurship and venture capital conference in the nation and will bring together founders of unicorn startups, CEOs of public companies, and renowned venture capital and private equity investors.
  • The event will convene over 55 speakers and 15 panels on Leadership, Investing, and Entrepreneurship with Advanced Tracks discussing topics ranging from biotech to investing in AI.
  • “For this year’s Entrepreneurship Summit, we are excited to build off of the momentum of last year’s leadership and take it to new heights.

Floriology® Institute Announces Exciting New Organizational Expansion

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Friday, March 22, 2024

Floriology® powered by BloomNet®, the premier education authority in floral design and business, announces a pivotal transformation within its organization.

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  • Floriology® powered by BloomNet®, the premier education authority in floral design and business, announces a pivotal transformation within its organization.
  • Angelyn, whose career is rooted deeply in the floral industry, brings her extensive experience and passion for floral education to her new position.
  • Angelyn's life-long connection to floristry and her dedication to staying abreast of the latest trends make her an ideal successor to uphold Floriology's rigorous educational standards.
  • With this change, Floriology is excited to unveil a series of innovative updates to our program.

Combatting Tuberculosis in the Workplace: International SOS Shares Key Actions for Businesses

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Friday, March 22, 2024

In the lead-up to World Tuberculosis (TB) Day on 24 March, International SOS , the world's leading health and security risk services company, highlights the importance of safeguarding employees from TB.

Key Points: 
  • In the lead-up to World Tuberculosis (TB) Day on 24 March, International SOS , the world's leading health and security risk services company, highlights the importance of safeguarding employees from TB.
  • While TB occurs worldwide, South-East Asia experiences the highest burden.2 International SOS data further highlights this, reporting a consistent trend over the past four years of TB-related cases in Asia, particularly in Indonesia and Vietnam.
  • International SOS offers the following key actions organisations can take to help end the TB epidemic:
    Awareness campaign: Raise awareness and educate employees about TB symptoms, transmission and prevention measures.
  • Risk assessment: Organisations should perform a risk assessment for employees working with individuals at an increased risk of TB infection.

Cambium Learning Group Furthers Commitment to Supporting Women in EdTech Leadership with Power of Women Sponsorship at ASU+GSV Summit

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Thursday, March 21, 2024

This sponsorship further deepens Cambium’s commitment to supporting and recognizing women in edtech leadership positions.

Key Points: 
  • This sponsorship further deepens Cambium’s commitment to supporting and recognizing women in edtech leadership positions.
  • Cambium has been the exclusive presenting partner of the past three Power of Women Awards, which have recognized the work and achievements of women leading impactful edtech organizations.
  • With the extension of this exclusive sponsorship, which started in 2021, Cambium will be celebrating Power of Women honorees through 2026.
  • "The Power of Women Awards are one of our highlight events at the annual summit.

Emotional Link LLC CEO Naoto Sato Interviews Dr. Morten Christiansen, Cornell University, on "Transformative Solutions for Language Learning Struggles"

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Thursday, March 21, 2024

Emotional Link LLC , a business information dissemination company based in Minato Ward, Tokyo, has released an interview article with Professor Morten Christiansen, Cornell University, on "Transformative Solutions for Language Learning Struggles”.

Key Points: 
  • Emotional Link LLC , a business information dissemination company based in Minato Ward, Tokyo, has released an interview article with Professor Morten Christiansen, Cornell University, on "Transformative Solutions for Language Learning Struggles”.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240321778910/en/
    Dr. Morten Christiansen (Left) / Mr. Naoto Sato (Right) (Photo: Business Wire)
    Dr. Christiansen asserts that language fundamentally thrives on collaboration, emphasizing that engaging in interactive communication, akin to the improvisational nature of language games like charades, is highly effective in language learning.
  • Furthermore, Dr. Christiansen emphasizes the significance of learning word combinations as cohesive units, rather than fixating on individual words.
  • Naoto Sato is the CEO of Emotional Link LLC.