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Automated Cybersecurity Platform OP[4] Appoints Veteran Intelligence Analyst Daniel Velasquez Executive Vice President

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

CHANTILLY, Va., Feb. 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OP[4] , an emerging leader in advanced product security, announced today the appointment of Daniel Velasquez as the company’s new executive vice president.

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  • CHANTILLY, Va., Feb. 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OP[4] , an emerging leader in advanced product security, announced today the appointment of Daniel Velasquez as the company’s new executive vice president.
  • “We are thrilled to add Daniel’s robust and diverse experience to our growing team of experts,” noted Irby Thompson, CEO of OP[4].
  • “His proven track record and his combination of military and commercial experience have honed his deep expertise in cybersecurity.
  • As Executive Vice President at OP[4], Velasquez will play a pivotal role in executing the company's vision and strategy for the future.

Black Belt Pete Vesey to lead partnership efforts for Karate Combat (Americas)

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

As the Chief Commercial Officer for Karate Combat (Americas), Pete will focus on extending Karate Combat’s footprint among its ever-growing network of sponsors, media, and other combat sports related partnerships.

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  • As the Chief Commercial Officer for Karate Combat (Americas), Pete will focus on extending Karate Combat’s footprint among its ever-growing network of sponsors, media, and other combat sports related partnerships.
  • Michael DePietro, Founder of Karate Combat, said, “We are truly excited to bring Pete onboard the rocketship.
  • It’s been a long road to finding someone as passionate and knowledgeable about combat sports as Pete to lead our Commercial Efforts.
  • This is a big win for Karate Combat, our investors and fans!”
    Tune into Karate.com on February 23rd to watch Karate Combat 44 live.

TRU Simulation Awarded the Multi-Engine Training System Ground Based Training System Contract

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Friday, March 1, 2024

TRU Simulation announced today the company has been awarded the Multi-Engine Training System (METS) Ground Based Training System (GBTS) contract by Naval Air Warfare Center – Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD).

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  • TRU Simulation announced today the company has been awarded the Multi-Engine Training System (METS) Ground Based Training System (GBTS) contract by Naval Air Warfare Center – Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD).
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240229824322/en/
    TRU Simulation Multi-Engine Training System (METS) Ground Based Training System (GBTS) (Photo: Business Wire)
    TRU Simulation + Training Inc., an affiliate of Textron Aviation Inc. , is a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company that designs, manufactures and delivers high-fidelity training devices and full-motion simulators for civil and defense customers.
  • “We are honored the U.S. Navy has selected TRU Simulation to fulfill its modeling and simulation training needs by leveraging TRU’s history of building high-fidelity training devices,” said Jerry Messaris, vice president and general manager, TRU Simulation.
  • The TRU Simulation team is pleased to support them in this mission.”
    The contract was awarded through a full and open competition.

POP ON VENEERS PARTNERS WITH GOVX, BRINGING SMILES TO MEMBERS ACROSS THE U.S. AT A DISCOUNTED COST

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024

NEW YORK, Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pop On Veneers, an affordable smile alternative dedicated to making your dream smile a reality, is partnering with GOVX, the largest e-commerce website for verified active and veteran U.S. military, to bring discounted smile solutions to all.

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  • Pop On Veneers is offering GOVX members an exclusive 20% discount for access to custom-made, removable veneers enhancing smiles by covering missing teeth , gaps , chips , staining and more .
  • Each set of veneers, valued at $679, is crafted to fit perfectly, now available at a reduced price.
  • Thanks to Pop On Veneers, I feel more confident when I smile.
  • Discounted smile solutions are available to verified GOVX members including current and former U.S. military, military spouses and dependents, law enforcement, firefighters, EMS responders, Federal, state, and local government employees and teachers.

Normandy Homes Partners with Operation Finally Home to Deliver Mortgage-Free Home for Veteran in Celina, Texas

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

Operation Finally Home along with Normandy Homes , one of Green Brick Partners, Inc.’s (NYSE: GRBK) subsidiary homebuilder brands, partnered to provide the home for the Mendoza family.

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  • Operation Finally Home along with Normandy Homes , one of Green Brick Partners, Inc.’s (NYSE: GRBK) subsidiary homebuilder brands, partnered to provide the home for the Mendoza family.
  • A dedication and ribbon-cutting ceremony followed, featuring Celina City Council Member Jay Pierce and representatives from Operation Finally Home and Normandy Homes.
  • “We are so honored to partner with Operation Finally Home again,” said Jim Brickman, CEO and co-founder of Green Brick.
  • Normandy Homes and its trade partners provided, at their own expense, all construction and ancillary costs.

Colony Display Welcomes Craig Marton as Chief Executive Officer

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Thursday, February 1, 2024

Colony Display LLC (“Colony”), a designer, manufacturer, and installer of highly customized fixtures, exhibits and displays, announced Craig Marton as the organization’s Chief Executive Officer.

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  • Colony Display LLC (“Colony”), a designer, manufacturer, and installer of highly customized fixtures, exhibits and displays, announced Craig Marton as the organization’s Chief Executive Officer.
  • Established in 1982, Colony Display is renowned for its end-to-end custom retail fixtures and unique merchandising solutions.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240201746889/en/
    “I am honored and excited to begin this new chapter with Colony Display,” said Craig Marton, Chief Executive Officer of Colony.
  • With Marton at the helm, Colony will embark on a period of strategic growth as it further expands its retail display manufacturing offerings.

Marine Toys for Tots proudly accepts Family Film and TV Humanitarian Award

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Friday, February 2, 2024

TRIANGLE, Va., Feb. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Recently the Family Film and TV Awards recognized Marine Toys for Tots with a Humanitarian Award for their year-round work supporting struggling families and children across the country.

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  • TRIANGLE, Va., Feb. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Recently the Family Film and TV Awards recognized Marine Toys for Tots with a Humanitarian Award for their year-round work supporting struggling families and children across the country.
  • Bestowing the award with celebrities Montel Williams, Dean Cain, and Laura McKenzie, television presenter and actress Elizabeth Stanton noted that "one organization that has consistently supported families in need is the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves Toys for Tots program."
  • A brief video segment highlighted Toys for Tots national, year-round work including testimonials of families from around the country who have been assisted by the organization.
  • CEO of Marine Toys for Tots Gen. James Laster, USMC (ret.)

New to The Street Leadership Series Announces Its Interviews of Three Business Leaders, David J. Friedman and War Hippies' Musical Duo Scooter Brown and Donnie Reis; Show Airs on Bloomberg TV as Sponsored Programming on Saturday, January 27, 2024, at 6:30

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Friday, January 26, 2024

When the Company grew, he quickly discovered that his newly hired employees needed to understand the established business goals, values, and culture.

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  • When the Company grew, he quickly discovered that his newly hired employees needed to understand the established business goals, values, and culture.
  • People think differently, but teaching employees how you want your business to run is vital to success.
  • Scooter and Donnie are proud of creating a musical culture and atmosphere in which everyone is a part of the business.
  • Past military leadership experiences have helped Scooter and Donnie create a vibrant musical business culture in their songs and business operations.

First Responders Action Group and The Independence Fund to Present All-Terrain Tracked Wheelchair to Former Las Vegas Law Enforcement Officer

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024

LAS VEGAS, Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On January 18, during its annual Law Enforcement Appreciation Night, the Las Vegas Golden Knights, The Independence Fund, and the First Responders Action Group (FRAG) will present an all-terrain tracked wheelchair to Las Vegas Metro Police Department retiree and United States Marine Corps Veteran Chris Hall; enabling him to regain the physical independence and mobility he lost as a result of a tragic motor vehicle accident. 

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  • The presentation of the all-terrain tracked wheelchair results from a partnership between the national non-profit organizations First Responders Action Group (FRAG) and The Independence Fund.
  • "FRAG is committed to supporting the heroic work and sacrifices made by first responders and Veterans.
  • Chris Hall served his community in more ways than one," said Clark Pennington, Executive Director of First Responders Action Group.
  • We remain grateful to work with like-minded organizations, like the Golden Knights, who are passionate about serving our heroes."

One Network Enterprises Announces an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system for International Defense Organizations

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024

DALLAS, Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- One Network Enterprises (ONE), the leading global provider of intelligent control towers and the Digital Supply Chain Network™, is pleased to announce the release of its NEO Defense Enterprise Solution. The solution is an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system uniquely designed for international defense organizations and military operations around the world.

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  • DALLAS, Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- One Network Enterprises (ONE), the leading global provider of intelligent control towers and the Digital Supply Chain Network™, is pleased to announce the release of its NEO Defense Enterprise Solution.
  • The solution is an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system uniquely designed for international defense organizations and military operations around the world.
  • The NEO Defense Enterprise Solution is unlike any other commercial software solution deployed for Defense.
  • The NEO Defense Enterprise Solution is in production today, managing end-to-end munitions operations for both the US Air Force and US Marine Corps as their Accountable Property System of Record (APSR).