Kansas City metropolitan area

Iteris Expands Midwest Presence with Two Contracts for Regional Smart Mobility Initiatives

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023

(NASDAQ: ITI), the world’s trusted technology ecosystem for smart mobility infrastructure management, today announced that it has been awarded contracts for smart mobility, safety and sustainability projects by two agencies in the Midwest: Indianapolis Metropolitan Planning Organization (IMPO) and Mid-America Regional Council (MARC).

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  • (NASDAQ: ITI), the world’s trusted technology ecosystem for smart mobility infrastructure management, today announced that it has been awarded contracts for smart mobility, safety and sustainability projects by two agencies in the Midwest: Indianapolis Metropolitan Planning Organization (IMPO) and Mid-America Regional Council (MARC).
  • These projects represent expanded Midwest operations due to continued demand in the region.
  • In addition, Iteris will provide an analysis of regional transportation operations and the potential of a Transportation Systems Management and Operations (TSM&O) Program.
  • “Iteris is excited to expand our presence in the Midwest with these new projects,” said Cliff Heise, regional vice president, mobility professional services at Iteris.

Torch.AI Opens New All-Source Fusion Lab for Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance (ISR) Research Innovation

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023

LEAWOOD, Kan., Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Torch.AI , the Data Infrastructure AI Pioneers™, announced today the launch of a new laboratory for AI & data innovation and research, the Torch.AI All-Source Fusion Lab.

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  • LEAWOOD, Kan., Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Torch.AI , the Data Infrastructure AI Pioneers™, announced today the launch of a new laboratory for AI & data innovation and research, the Torch.AI All-Source Fusion Lab.
  • Torch.AI's new All-Source Fusion Lab is expected to become a catalyst for AI innovation and research in the region.
  • Torch.AI's lab, located at the company's Kansas City headquarters, is expected to become a catalyst for AI innovation and research in the region.
  • The lab will eventually include secure areas in which employees and visitors can work within classified environments.

Mployer Advisor Announces 2023 Winners of Third Annual 'Top Employee Benefits Consultant Awards' in the Kansas City Area

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Thursday, July 27, 2023

NASHVILLE, Tenn., July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mployer Advisor, the leading independent platform for employers to research, review, and evaluate insurance brokers has named over 500 winners across more than 50 regions as part of its third annual "Top Employee Benefits Consultant Awards" for 2023. Mployer Advisor's Top Employee Benefits Consultant Award Program evaluates brokers based on breadth and depth of experience across employer industries, sizes, insurance products, and employer reviews. We recognize esteemed brokers that demonstrate market-leading competencies and a proven track record of success among employers, insurance providers, and peers.

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  • Mployer Advisor has named more than 500 winners in over 50 regions as part of its third annual 2023 awards.
  • NASHVILLE, Tenn., July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mployer Advisor , the leading independent platform for employers to research, review, and evaluate insurance brokers has named over 500 winners across more than 50 regions as part of its third annual "Top Employee Benefits Consultant Awards" for 2023.
  • Our team is proud to recognize this group of 2023 top-rated insurance advisors as part of our third annual Top Employee Benefits Consultant Awards,"‥said Brian Freeman, the Founder and CEO of Mployer Advisor.
  • The recipients of the 2023 "Top Employee Benefits Consultant Awards" for the Kansas City area are as follows:

A. Asad Imam Selected as Inaugural Recipient of Lathrop GPM LLP 1L Diversity Opportunity Award

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Friday, July 14, 2023

WASHINGTON, July 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Lathrop GPM LLP is pleased to announce that A. Asad Imam, CFE, is the inaugural recipient of the firm's 1L Diversity Opportunity Program award. Imam expects to graduate in 2025 from The American University, Washington College of Law in Washington, DC. He currently serves as a 1L Summer Associate with Lathrop GPM in the Kansas City, Missouri office working primarily with the firm's Franchise & Distribution Practice Group on litigation and transactional matters.

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  • WASHINGTON, July 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Lathrop GPM LLP is pleased to announce that A. Asad Imam, CFE, is the inaugural recipient of the firm's 1L Diversity Opportunity Program award.
  • Imam expects to graduate in 2025 from The American University, Washington College of Law in Washington, DC.
  • He currently serves as a 1L Summer Associate with Lathrop GPM in the Kansas City, Missouri office working primarily with the firm's Franchise & Distribution Practice Group on litigation and transactional matters.
  • In addition, Imam has provided pro bono legal support for veterans via the Veterans Consortium and Afghan asylum applicants via Lathrop GPM.

Pediatric Dermatology of Kansas City Joins Epiphany Dermatology

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Monday, July 10, 2023

Epiphany Dermatology, a leading dermatology company committed to improving access to exceptional dermatologic care, announced today it has expanded its presence in the Kansas City market through its partnership with Sue Ann Douglas, MD, and her team at Pediatric Dermatology of Kansas City, based in Mission Woods, Kansas.

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  • Epiphany Dermatology, a leading dermatology company committed to improving access to exceptional dermatologic care, announced today it has expanded its presence in the Kansas City market through its partnership with Sue Ann Douglas, MD, and her team at Pediatric Dermatology of Kansas City, based in Mission Woods, Kansas.
  • Founded in 2019 by Dr. Sue Ann Douglas, Pediatric Dermatology of Kansas City has a solid reputation of providing individualized and high-quality pediatric dermatology care to patients in the greater Kansas City marketplace.
  • I take great pride and responsibility in treating pediatric patients in the greater Kansas City market and entering this partnership will benefit our community.
  • Epiphany also benefits from the clinical expertise of Pediatric Dermatology of Kansas City’s team, as best practices are collaboratively shared across the Epiphany network.

CRETE MECHANICAL GROUP PARTNERS WITH AMERICAN LEGACY

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Monday, July 10, 2023

TAMPA, Fla., July 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Crete Mechanical Group (CMG) has acquired majority stake of American Legacy, a provider of specialized electrical service and low voltage work including automation, security, and infrastructure. The partnership adds over 40 highly specialized employees to the CMG family. Based in the Kansas City area, American Legacy is the most recent geographic expansion within the CMG network. "This partnership pioneers Crete's presence in Missouri and provides the perfect opportunity for diversifying the services we are able to provide our clients in our Central region," said Mike Cox, Chief Executive Officer at CMG.

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  • Crete Mechanical Group, a leading national building solutions provider, expands its geographical presence and specialized electrical and automation offerings by partnering with American Legacy.
  • TAMPA, Fla., July 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Crete Mechanical Group (CMG) has acquired majority stake of American Legacy, a provider of specialized electrical service and low voltage work including automation, security, and infrastructure.
  • Based in the Kansas City area, American Legacy is the most recent geographic expansion within the CMG network.
  • American Legacy, founded in 2007, is an industrial and commercial electrical contractor based out of Lee's Summit, MO, in the Kansas City area.

FTC Sends Cease and Desist Letters with FDA to Companies Selling Edible Products Containing Delta-8 THC in Packaging Nearly Identical to Food Children Eat

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Wednesday, July 5, 2023

“Marketing edible THC products that can be easily mistaken by children for regular foods is reckless and illegal,” said Samuel Levine, Director of the FTC’s Bureau of Consumer Protection.

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  • “Marketing edible THC products that can be easily mistaken by children for regular foods is reckless and illegal,” said Samuel Levine, Director of the FTC’s Bureau of Consumer Protection.
  • Smoke, LLC, aka Dr. S, LLC (Kansas City, Missouri); 5) Nikte's Wholesale, LLC (Albuquerque, New Mexico); and 6) The Haunted Vapor Room (Franklin, New Jersey).
  • The letters stress that preventing practices that present such risks, particularly to children, is one of the Commission’s highest priorities, and that imitating non-THC-containing food products that children consume is misleading.
  • The companies’ Delta-8 THC products mimic a range of food that appeal to children.
  • Delta Munchies LLC, Delta-8 THC gummies In the letters, the FTC demands the companies stop marketing edible Delta-8 THC products that imitate conventional foods using advertising or packaging that is likely to appeal to young children.

Prior Joint FTC/FDA Letters

GEICO Honors Six Service Members with Military Service Awards for Their Distinguished Leadership and Community Engagement

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Wednesday, July 5, 2023

GEICO honored six members of the U.S. military with its 2022 GEICO Military Service Awards.

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  • GEICO honored six members of the U.S. military with its 2022 GEICO Military Service Awards.
  • This award recognizes service members for leadership and mission accomplishments that set them apart from their peers, as well as volunteer activities and contributions that enrich their communities.
  • "Members of the military were among some of our very first GEICO customers," said Lona Montgomery, Head of Agency Operations.
  • The GEICO Military Service Awards have recognized members of the U.S. military for their contributions since 1988.

High Wire Networks and EverFast Fiber Networks Partner to Provide Overwatch Managed Cybersecurity to Midwest Businesses

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Thursday, June 29, 2023

The new partnership involves bundling High Wire’s Overwatch advanced cybersecurity managed services with networking technology and blazingly-fast Internet provided by EverFast.

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  • The new partnership involves bundling High Wire’s Overwatch advanced cybersecurity managed services with networking technology and blazingly-fast Internet provided by EverFast.
  • “Our new cybersecurity partnership with High Wire advances our goal of providing our business customers with worry-free internet,” stated EverFast CEO Paul Krueger.
  • Learn more about how Overwatch Managed Cybersecurity monitoring, detection and response can provide peace of mind for MSPs and their business customers at EverFast’s booth #211.
  • To learn more about High Wire’s Overwatch Managed Cybersecurity services, visit High Wire Networks online or email [email protected].