Fairfax County, Virginia

NATIONAL POLICING INSTITUTE WELCOMES NEW BOARD MEMBER

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

ARLINGTON, Va., March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Policing Institute (NPI) confirms Chief Kevin Davis of the Fairfax County Police Department to the nonprofit's diverse and accomplished Board of Directors.

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  • ARLINGTON, Va., March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Policing Institute (NPI) confirms Chief Kevin Davis of the Fairfax County Police Department to the nonprofit's diverse and accomplished Board of Directors.
  • The National Policing Institute confirms Fairfax County Police Chief Kevin Davis to its Board of Directors.
  • "Being selected to join the National Policing Institute's Board of Directors is an honor for me that I do not take lightly," stated Chief Davis.
  • He is an FBI National Academy and FBI National Executive Institute graduate and has served on other policing boards.

Wrap Technologies, Inc. Announces Full Deployment of BolaWrap for Fairfax County Police Department

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

TEMPE, Ariz., Feb. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wrap Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: WRAP) (“Wrap” or the “Company”), the maker of BolaWrap and the innovative public safety solutions platform, is proud to announce a significant milestone in its commitment to public safety with the full deployment of the BolaWrap Remote Restraint device for the Fairfax County Police Department (FCPD) in Fairfax, Virginia.

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  • TEMPE, Ariz., Feb. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wrap Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: WRAP) (“Wrap” or the “Company”), the maker of BolaWrap and the innovative public safety solutions platform, is proud to announce a significant milestone in its commitment to public safety with the full deployment of the BolaWrap Remote Restraint device for the Fairfax County Police Department (FCPD) in Fairfax, Virginia.
  • The decision to implement BolaWrap devices department-wide follows a successful pilot program conducted by FCPD.
  • “The Fairfax County Police Department is dedicated to advancing our ability to respond to dynamic situations, prioritizing safety and de-escalation,” said Kevin Davis, Chief of Police of the FCPD.
  • “We are thrilled to partner with the Fairfax County Police Department in implementing the BolaWrap solution,” said Scot Cohen, CEO of Wrap.

Freddie Rappina joins Cetera Financial Specialists

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cetera Financial Group (Cetera), the premier financial advisor Wealth Hub, announced that Freddie Rappina,** ChFC®, AIF®, CCFS®, and his two team members at Opta Financial have joined Cetera Financial Specialists. Rappina and his firm were previously affiliated with MML Investors. He provides comprehensive financial planning and investment advice to clients and had nearly $40 million in assets under administration* as of May 31, 2023. Within the next year, with the support and capabilities of Cetera, the firm expects their AUA to increase significantly.  

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  • LOS ANGELES, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cetera Financial Group (Cetera), the premier financial advisor Wealth Hub, announced that Freddie Rappina,** ChFC®, AIF®, CCFS®, and his two team members at Opta Financial have joined Cetera Financial Specialists.
  • "We welcome Freddie and his team to Cetera Financial Specialists, where they join a network of professionals with a true family culture," said Ron Krueger, president of Cetera Financial Specialists.
  • Opta Financial, founded by Rappina, helps clients examine their financial situation, set financial goals and implement plans toward achieving those goals.
  • Click here for more information about Cetera Financial Specialists.

Virginia's Fairfax County selects Atos Public Safety LLC to power Next Generation 9-1-1 cloud-based call handling system

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Wednesday, March 29, 2023

IRVING, Texas, March 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Atos Public Safety LLC announces a 6-year contract with The Fairfax County Virginia, Department of Public Safety Communications (DPSC) to transform the county's 9-1-1 call handling system into a resilient, flexible communication platform that is fully based in the cloud.

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  • IRVING, Texas, March 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Atos Public Safety LLC announces a 6-year contract with The Fairfax County Virginia, Department of Public Safety Communications (DPSC) to transform the county's 9-1-1 call handling system into a resilient, flexible communication platform that is fully based in the cloud.
  • To collaborate with these solutions, Atos Public Safety LLC will partner with RapidSOS to integrate locally authoritative geographic information systems (GIS) data to update and publish at scale automatically.
  • Atos Public Safety LLC provides DPSC with an innovative, interoperable and resilient standards-based solution and design.
  • Atos Public Safety LLC has been entrusted to migrate some of the world's most mission-critical environments into and through their respective digital transformations.

The Mid-Atlantic ADA Center Sets Exciting Agenda for 2023

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Wednesday, February 22, 2023

ROCKVILLE, Md., Feb. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Mid-Atlantic ADA Center, a member of the National Network of ADA Centers, is pleased to share the details of its agenda for 2023.

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  • Organization provides technical assistance, information, guidance, and training on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) for DC, DE, MD, PA, VA, and WV
    ROCKVILLE, Md., Feb. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Mid-Atlantic ADA Center , a member of the National Network of ADA Centers, is pleased to share the details of its agenda for 2023.
  • The Center works closely with the Mid-Atlantic Assistive Technology (AT) Consortium, which includes the six AT projects in the region.
  • The Center plans to expand its collection of videos to provide information on a broad range of ADA topics.
  • "We are excited to invite more people to engage with us if they have questions about the ADA," said Ann Deschamps.

COOPER GINSBERG GRAY, PLLC CELEBRATES THREE WASHINGTONIAN LIFETIME LAWYERS

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Friday, September 16, 2022

FAIRFAX, Va., Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cooper Ginsberg Gray, PLLC announced today that three of its attorneys have been named to the Washingtonian's Top Lawyers Hall of Fame.

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  • FAIRFAX, Va., Sept. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cooper Ginsberg Gray, PLLC announced today that three of its attorneys have been named to the Washingtonian's Top Lawyers Hall of Fame.
  • The honorees include Heather A. Cooper, David L. Ginsberg, and Daniel L. Gray, who are the firm's founding partners.
  • Cooper, Ginsberg and Gray have been recognized as "The Best of the Best" in Washingtonian Magazine's September 2022 issue.
  • Similarly, Ginsberg has been listed in Best Lawyers in America and named to the Super Lawyers List (Virginia) for 2020-2023.

Congressman Tom Emmer Keynotes DACFP VISION, the Longest-Running Digital Assets Investment Conferencefor Financial Professionals, on June 8-9 in Austin, TX

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Thursday, May 26, 2022

GREAT FALLS, Va., May 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- DACFP VISION, the longest-running digital assets investment conference, returns in-person this year June 8-9 in Austin. Chaired by legendary financial advisor Ric Edelman, VISION features top thought-leaders who will give financial professionals the latest information about blockchain and digital assets.

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  • Chaired by legendary financial advisor Ric Edelman, VISION features top thought-leaders who will give financial professionals the latest information about blockchain and digital assets.
  • Congressman Emmer is a member of the House Financial Services Committee and Ranking Member of the Task Force on Financial Technology.
  • Founded by Ric Edelman, the Digital Assets Council of Financial Professionals (DACFP) is the premier provider of digital assets education for financial professionals.
  • DACFP connects the financial services industry and digital assets communities with leading experts via live and online events, webinars, blogs, and other educational content.

Jason Kratovil Joins the Identity Theft Resource Center's Board of Directors

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Thursday, November 11, 2021

SAN DIEGO, Nov. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Jason Kratovil of SentiLink has joined the Board of Directors of the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC), a nationally recognized nonprofit organization established to support victims of identity crime.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Nov. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Jason Kratovil of SentiLink has joined the Board of Directors of the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC), a nationally recognized nonprofit organization established to support victims of identity crime.
  • "I am happy to welcome Jason Kratovil to the ITRC's Board of Directors," said Eva Velasquez , President and CEO of the Identity Theft Resource Center.
  • "Jason is an industry leader with valuable experience and skill sets that will help our organization better serve victims of identity crimes.
  • Kratovil is the Head of Public Policy & Industry Relations at SentiLink, a leader in identity verification technology, with solutions to stop synthetic fraud and identity theft in real-time at account opening.

Virginia Nurses’ Association Names Dr. Sherri Wilson President-Elect

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Tuesday, October 19, 2021

Dr. Sherri Wilson, Director of Health Career Programs at Stride, Inc., was recently elected President-elect of the Virginia Nurses Association (VNA), an affiliate of the American Nurses Association.

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  • Dr. Sherri Wilson, Director of Health Career Programs at Stride, Inc., was recently elected President-elect of the Virginia Nurses Association (VNA), an affiliate of the American Nurses Association.
  • During her one-year term as President-elect, Dr. Wilson will work closely with Linda Shepherd, current VNA President, to ensure a smooth transition of presidential duties.
  • Prior to joining Stride, Dr. Wilson served as a Public Health Administrator with the Fairfax County Government, with an expertise in maternal-child health issues.
  • VNA represents the interests of almost 115,000 registered nurses in the Commonwealth of Virginia, inclusive of all areas of specialization, clinical settings, and work environments.

PenFed Credit Union Honors 9/11 Heroes with Remembrance Dinner Featuring Military Service Members and First Responders

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Saturday, September 11, 2021

The remembrance dinner was attended by leaders in the military, intelligence, law enforcement, veteran service organization and first responder communities.

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  • The remembrance dinner was attended by leaders in the military, intelligence, law enforcement, veteran service organization and first responder communities.
  • James Schenck, President/CEO of PenFed Credit Union and CEO of PenFed Foundation, was working at a PenFed facility in Alexandria when he saw the news of the attacks on 9/11/2001.
  • Established in 1935, Pentagon Federal Credit Union (PenFed) is America's second-largest federal credit union, serving 2.4 million members worldwide with over $28 billion in assets as of July 31, 2021.
  • To learn more about PenFed Credit Union, visit PenFed.org , like us on Facebook and follow us @PenFed on Twitter .