Cooperative

SeeTrue AI, a global leader in Security Screening Solutions, signs a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) with the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS)

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SeeTrue, a leader in AI based security screening solutions, is collaborating with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology  Directorate (S&T) and the Transportation Security Administration's (TSA) Innovation Task Force (ITF) to evaluate efficacy of its state-of-the-art AI Threat Detection Solution for implementation at security checkpoints across the USA.

Key Points: 
  • Under the Cooperative Research & Development Agreement (CRADA) between SeeTrue and DHS, the efficacy of SeeTrue's cutting-edge AI solution will undergo comprehensive evaluation at DHS and TSA laboratory locations, and if proven acceptable by DHS S&T and TSA ITF, at airport checkpoints.
  • Assaf Frenkel, the Co-founder and CEO of SeeTrue, said "Our collaboration with the Department of Homeland Security is a recognition for our achievements serving airports, customs agencies, mass transit facilities, and critical infrastructure worldwide.
  • It is also a clear signal of DHS embracing open architecture and best-of-breed independent algorithms.
  • We are confident that working with DHS, SeeTrue can help make security screening safer and faster for the benefit of passengers across the US. "

Blue Diamond Growers applauds USDA's Regional Agricultural Promotion Program (RAPP)

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Monday, October 23, 2023

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Oct. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Blue Diamond Growers, a grower-owned almond cooperative, applauds United States Department of Agriculture's (USDA) announcement of the Regional Agricultural Promotion Program (RAPP), which will provide much needed investment in U.S. agricultural export promotion initiatives with direct benefits to California almonds. Nearly 70 percent of California almonds are exported worldwide.

Key Points: 
  • SACRAMENTO, Calif., Oct. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Blue Diamond Growers, a grower-owned almond cooperative, applauds United States Department of Agriculture's (USDA) announcement of the Regional Agricultural Promotion Program (RAPP), which will provide much needed investment in U.S. agricultural export promotion initiatives with direct benefits to California almonds.
  • Blue Diamond has been involved in export promotion for over 100 years.
  • "Opening and accelerating markets is essential to sustaining California almond growers, who face some of the highest agriculture production costs in the country," said Alicia Rockwell, Chief Government Affairs Officer for Blue Diamond Growers.
  • Blue Diamond appreciates the priority USDA continues to place on this important partnership and continued support of California almond growers.

Calix Extends SmartTown To Support First Responders, Expanding the Positive Impact Broadband Providers Can Make in Their Communities

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Monday, October 16, 2023

Today at Calix ConneXions 2023 , broadband platform company Calix, Inc. (NYSE: CALX) announced it will enable customers to leverage their investment in Calix SmartTown ™ to support first responders in their regions—at no incremental cost.

Key Points: 
  • Today at Calix ConneXions 2023 , broadband platform company Calix, Inc. (NYSE: CALX) announced it will enable customers to leverage their investment in Calix SmartTown ™ to support first responders in their regions—at no incremental cost.
  • Broadband service providers (BSPs) will be able to easily support critical first responder services with the community-wide connectivity enabled by SmartTown.
  • Calix also announced SmartTown for Education so BSPs can work with local schools to deliver community-wide connectivity for students and educators.
  • Learn how SmartTown enables BSPs to transform their communities by connecting every aspect of rural and suburban life.

SOK Selects Blue Yonder to Digitally Transform Assortment Planning Capabilities

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023

That’s why Suomen Osuuskauppojen Keskuskunta (SOK) has chosen to digitally transform its assortment capabilities with Blue Yonder.

Key Points: 
  • That’s why Suomen Osuuskauppojen Keskuskunta (SOK) has chosen to digitally transform its assortment capabilities with Blue Yonder.
  • With Blue Yonder, SOK will be able to:
    Utilize a modern solution that caters to the unique needs of its consumer goods assortment planning (e.g., visual merchandising, order-to-buy, etc.)
  • Blue Yonder’s assortment management solution combines in-depth analytics, consumer purchase preferences, assortment lifecycle planning, and sizing and pre-pack optimization into a simplified workflow.
  • SOK found the user interface and solution architecture of our world-class assortment solution to be what they were looking for.

Sustainserv Continues Growth with Addition of Five New Consultants to American and European Teams

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023

“We’re thrilled to grow our firm with the addition of these top sustainability professionals,” said Dr. Matthew Gardner, Managing Partner for Sustainserv.

Key Points: 
  • “We’re thrilled to grow our firm with the addition of these top sustainability professionals,” said Dr. Matthew Gardner, Managing Partner for Sustainserv.
  • The Sustainserv team is dedicated to working towards a sustainable future.
  • Adding to our U.S. and European teams further aligns us with that mission.”
    Sustainserv announces the following appointments:
    Judith joins our Zurich office in a Consultant role.
  • He supports companies in developing and implementing sound, future-oriented sustainability strategies and identifying and understanding hotspots in their environmental impact.

The NCB Co-op 100® Reports Top Producing Cooperatives with Revenues of $319 Billion

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Monday, October 16, 2023

The NCB Co-op 100® remains the only annual report of its kind to track the profits and successes of cooperative businesses in the United States.

Key Points: 
  • The NCB Co-op 100® remains the only annual report of its kind to track the profits and successes of cooperative businesses in the United States.
  • Dairy Farmers of America, based in Kansas City, Kansas reported $24.5 billion in revenue, earning the number two ranking again this year.
  • Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc., based in Kansas City, Kansas reported revenue of $12.3 billion and earned the fifth position on the list.
  • Do-it-Best Corp., located in Fort Wayne, Indiana earned 13th place on the list, with $5.5 billion reported in revenue.

Kim Summers Appointed as National Director of Cooperative Purchasing for Sport Group America

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Monday, October 16, 2023

DALTON, Ga., Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Sport Group America is delighted to announce the promotion of Kim Summers to the esteemed position of National Director of Cooperative Purchasing. This move is testament to Kim's unwavering dedication, in-depth knowledge, and her multifaceted experience that she has demonstrated throughout her tenure with the organization.

Key Points: 
  • Sport Group America is delighted to announce the promotion of Kim Summers to the esteemed position of National Director of Cooperative Purchasing.
  • DALTON, Ga., Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Sport Group America is delighted to announce the promotion of Kim Summers to the esteemed position of National Director of Cooperative Purchasing.
  • Sport Group America extends its hearty congratulations to Kim Summers and looks forward to an even brighter future under her leadership.
  • With a commitment to sustainability, technological innovation, and customer satisfaction, Sport Group America continues to set industry benchmarks and redefine the boundaries of performance surfaces across the globe.

Lenders Cooperative Revolutionizes Small Business Lending for ABA Members with Exclusive Member Benefit

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Thursday, October 5, 2023

ABA members are eligible for significant savings on our Small Business Loan Origination System (LOS) with Turnkey Back Office Labor Solution (LSP).

Key Points: 
  • ABA members are eligible for significant savings on our Small Business Loan Origination System (LOS) with Turnkey Back Office Labor Solution (LSP).
  • Lenders Cooperative is excited to announce a unique American Bankers Association member benefit for the Small Business lending landscape.
  • In response to the evolving needs of financial institutions across the United States, Lenders Cooperative is unveiling a state-of-the-art Loan Origination System (LOS) explicitly designed for small business lending, encompassing both Conventional and SBA Lending.
  • This exclusive offer underscores the commitment of both ABA and Lenders Cooperative to support and empower ABA members as they navigate the evolving landscape of small business lending.

Electric Co-ops Support Nearly 623,000 Jobs, Contribute $111 Billion to U.S. GDP Annually, Report Finds

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

Many of these impacts occur within the local communities served by co-ops, including 424,000 jobs and $75 billion annually in GDP.

Key Points: 
  • Many of these impacts occur within the local communities served by co-ops, including 424,000 jobs and $75 billion annually in GDP.
  • Yet these activities also have far-reaching impacts across the country—even in areas where co-ops do not serve consumers directly.
  • Electric co-ops are focused on the long-term success of local communities as they keep the lights on and power economic growth."
  • The study finds that cooperatives contributed $1.1 trillion in total U.S. sales output and $257 billion in labor income over the five-year period.

Cooperative Co-Parenting For Secure Kids: The Attachment Theory Guide to Raising Kids in Two Homes

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

LOS ANGELES , Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- "As a licensed marriage and family therapist and divorced mom, Aurisha Smolarski knows how the bickering and battles of divorced parents can hurt a child. This book is co-parenting gold." —Stan Tatkin, PsyD, MFT, developer of the Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy® and author of Wired for Love and In Each Other's Care  

Key Points: 
  • With this in mind, a new book by licensed marriage and family therapist Aurisha Smolarski seeks to change the narrative on divorce and co-parenting: Cooperative Co-Parenting for Secure Kids: The Attachment Theory Guide to Raising Kids in Two Homes.
  • Smolarski's approach is based on "attachment theory" as originally described by John Bowlby in the late 60's.
  • Through actionable tips and strategies, Smolarski provides the framework co-parents need to create as secure foundation for their child in two homes.
  • To arrange, please contact Rita Hollingsworth via email at [email protected]
    To pre-order Cooperative Co-Parenting for Secure Kids: The Attachment Theory Guide to Raising Kids in Two Homes, please visit: www.aurishasmolarski.com