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Bishop Fox Launches Fully Managed, Full Spectrum Application Penetration Testing Service

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

Cosmos Application Penetration Testing (CAPT) is a service that combines rigorous, expert-driven testing and validation, with on demand, technology-enabled assessment and analysis.

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  • Cosmos Application Penetration Testing (CAPT) is a service that combines rigorous, expert-driven testing and validation, with on demand, technology-enabled assessment and analysis.
  • The service delivers authenticated testing through a user-friendly interface to uncover high-risk exposures, real-time insights, and continuing threat surveillance.
  • These reasons and more underscore that a different model for application penetration testing is required.
  • Bishop Fox’s new CAPT service answers this call, from application discovery and prioritized testing, to vulnerability assessment and remediation, to ongoing vigilance.

Oakland-Area High School Seniors Graduate from Racial Equity Financial Education Program with New-Found Knowledge, $8,000 College Scholarships

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

OAKLAND, Calif., Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Two dozen high school students will receive $8,000 scholarships as they graduate from the Economic Equity and Financial Education Program on Saturday (Feb. 10). The program is a two-semester advanced financial education course taught at the Haas School of Business, University of California, Berkeley, created and funded by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) and The PG&E Corporation Foundation (PG&E Foundation).

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  • OAKLAND, Calif., Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Two dozen high school students will receive $8,000 scholarships as they graduate from the Economic Equity and Financial Education Program on Saturday (Feb. 10).
  • The Economic Equity and Financial Education Program began as a pilot program in fall 2022 to address wealth inequality and the racial wealth gap affecting African Americans in particular.
  • She said she's grateful to have been part the program and wished that financial education was routinely taught in school.
  • The program is designed to provide wealth creation tools through an advanced financial education curriculum for high school students, and also to support post-secondary education achievement through scholarships for participants, funded by PG&E.

Bishop-Wisecarver Welcomes New Southeastern Regional Sales Manager

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Monday, January 22, 2024

PITTSBURG, Calif., Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bishop-Wisecarver, a leading manufacturer of proven guided motion solutions that excel in harsh and extreme environments for over 70 years, is pleased to announce the appointment of Matt Currier as the new Southeastern Regional Sales Manager.

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  • PITTSBURG, Calif., Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bishop-Wisecarver, a leading manufacturer of proven guided motion solutions that excel in harsh and extreme environments for over 70 years, is pleased to announce the appointment of Matt Currier as the new Southeastern Regional Sales Manager.
  • His strong educational background, coupled with a successful track record in sales, positions him as a valuable asset to the Bishop-Wisecarver team.
  • In his new role, Matt will be responsible for overseeing the sales efforts in the Southeastern region of the United States, building and maintaining relationships with customers and channel partners.
  • He will drive territory growth by developing new business opportunities with customers and prospects and implementing strategic sales initiatives to further strengthen Bishop-Wisecarver's presence in the southeast region.

Prince George School Fair's on a Mission to Help Families Find, Evaluate, and Choose Great Schools

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Saturday, January 20, 2024

PRINCE GEORGE COUNTY, Md., Jan. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A school fair highlighting local public, private, and extracurricular learning options returns to Prince George County this Sunday, Jan. 28. Join Prince George families for a day of kid-friendly fun, parent workshops, and free food. 

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  • Join Prince George families for a day of kid-friendly fun, parent workshops, and free food.
  • Hosted by Prince George Parents Alliance for Educational Options and the Black Student Fund, the free school fair will take place 2-5 p.m. at Bishop McNamara High School and feature booths from more than 40 local school options.
  • Workshops will engage parents and guardians on subjects such as "Paying for Independent School Education" while children enjoy a DJ, face painting, and additional fun.
  • "This in person and virtual event will provide Maryland families with information that makes school choice a reality," said Leroy Nesbitt of the Black Student Fund.

Valbridge Property Advisors Names Pledger M. (Jody) Bishop III, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS, CRE Interim CEO

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Thursday, January 11, 2024

CHARLESTON, S.C, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Valbridge Property Advisors, the nation's largest independent commercial real estate appraisal firm, is pleased to announce the appointment of Pledger M. (Jody) Bishop III, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS, CRE, as Interim Chief Executive Officer. With a distinguished career spanning over 35 years, Bishop brings a wealth of expertise in real estate appraisal, with a particular focus on litigation work.

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  • Valbridge Property Advisors, the nation's largest independent commercial real estate appraisal firm, is pleased to announce the appointment of Pledger M. (Jody) Bishop III, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS, CRE, as Interim Chief Executive Officer.
  • CHARLESTON, S.C, Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Valbridge Property Advisors, the nation's largest independent commercial real estate appraisal firm, is pleased to announce the appointment of Pledger M. (Jody) Bishop III, MAI, SRA, AI-GRS, CRE, as Interim Chief Executive Officer.
  • Known previously as Atlantic Appraisals, LLC and founded in 1986, it became the Valbridge Property Advisors | Charleston where Jody practices today.
  • Bishop will assume the role of Interim CEO effective January 1, 2024, overseeing the strategic direction and day-to-day operations of Valbridge Property Advisors.

Bishop-Wisecarver Appoints Accomplished Sales Professional as Western Region Sales Manager

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Monday, January 8, 2024

With an impressive 16 years of experience in the sales industry, Matt brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the Bishop-Wisecarver team.

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  • With an impressive 16 years of experience in the sales industry, Matt brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the Bishop-Wisecarver team.
  • In his new role, Matt will be responsible for leading the sales efforts in the west region of the United States, building and strengthening customer relationships, managing channel partners, and developing new customers and prospects to drive territory growth.
  • Bishop-Wisecarver has a strong reputation for delivering innovative, quality motion solutions, and I am eager to leverage my experience to drive growth in the Western region," said Matt.
  • Prior to joining Bishop-Wisecarver, Matt held a Territory Manager role at ROLLON Corporation and a Field Sales Engineer role at Advantech.

Veterinary Innovative Partners Appoints Chris Bishop as New CEO

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Friday, November 17, 2023

Veterinary Innovative Partners (VIP), a network of veterinarian-owned-and-operated hospitals across nine states, today announced the appointment of Chris Bishop as its new Chief Executive Officer.

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  • Veterinary Innovative Partners (VIP), a network of veterinarian-owned-and-operated hospitals across nine states, today announced the appointment of Chris Bishop as its new Chief Executive Officer.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231117490386/en/
    "We are pleased to welcome Chris to the VIP team,” said Brett Shorenstein, VMD, co-founder of VIP.
  • Prior to VIP, Bishop led Regent Surgical Health, the largest private surgery center operator serving the hospital joint venture market.
  • To learn more about a career and open positions at VIP’s network of hospitals, visit vip-vet.com/careers .

Bishop-Wisecarver Welcomes Justin Velky as Regional Sales Manager for the Central Region

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

"We are confident that his expertise will contribute significantly to our continued success and growth in the central region."

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  • "We are confident that his expertise will contribute significantly to our continued success and growth in the central region."
  • "I am honored to join Bishop-Wisecarver, a company known for its innovation and commitment to providing quality motion solutions," said Justin Velky.
  • "I am excited to get back into the industrial automation market, to lead the sales efforts in the central region and contribute to the company's ongoing success."
  • With over 17 years of experience in the Industrial Automation market, Justin has held Sales Manager roles at Windings, Inc. and Capital City Equipment Company.

FLORIDA SOUTHERN COLLEGE TO HOST 2023 FALL COMMENCEMENT EXERCISES ON DECEMBER 16

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Monday, November 20, 2023

LAKELAND, Fla., Nov. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Florida Southern College will celebrate Fall Commencement on Saturday, December 16, with one ceremony that will honor both undergraduate and graduate students.

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  • LAKELAND, Fla., Nov. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Florida Southern College will celebrate Fall Commencement on Saturday, December 16, with one ceremony that will honor both undergraduate and graduate students.
  • Visit Florida Southern College's website or YouTube channel to watch it live.
  • The graduation ceremony will begin with the national anthem and Florida Southern Alma Mater, to be performed by senior Kaitlynn Rogers, a Music Performance major, who will graduate in the spring.
  • Dr. Tracey Tedder, Provost and Vice of President of Academic Affairs at Florida Southern College, is immensely proud of the students of the Class of 2023.

Christie RGB pure laser projectors help put the audience into the action at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts

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Thursday, October 5, 2023

LAS VEGAS, Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Christie® M 4K25 RGB pure laser projectors are bringing bright, vivid colors to the performance spaces at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts in Las Vegas. Recently installed as part of a projection upgrade, the new projectors are helping performers, speakers, and musicians engage audiences with dynamic visuals.

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  • Christie® M 4K25 RGB pure laser projectors are bringing bright, vivid colors to the performance spaces at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts in Las Vegas.
  • LAS VEGAS, Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Christie® M 4K25 RGB pure laser projectors are bringing bright, vivid colors to the performance spaces at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts in Las Vegas.
  • The support from Christie was superior [to the other manufacturers], and the color performance of RGB pure laser is far better than laser phosphor.
  • "The support from Christie was superior [to the other manufacturers], and the color performance of RGB pure laser is far better than laser phosphor."