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Wildwood Ventures Expands Operations

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Thursday, August 17, 2023
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DENVER, Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Wildwood Ventures, a venture studio and early stage investor at the intersection of the outdoor and wellness economies, is pleased to announce several areas of expansion within the organization including its advisory board, a new and innovative start-up within its studio and a pitch competition designed to attract new organizations to work within its portfolio. Wildwood is backed by VF Corporation, one of the world's leading owners of outdoor and active brands such as The North Face, Vans, and Timberland.

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  • Wildwood is backed by VF Corporation, one of the world's leading owners of outdoor and active brands such as The North Face, Vans, and Timberland.
  • "Wildwood Ventures is thrilled to announce our rapid progress across many elements of our organization," said David Wagner, Founder and Managing Partner.
  • Wildwood launched with three early-stage companies, including Out & Back , Kinsa Active , and Roots.
  • For more information on Wildwood Ventures: https://wildwood.vc/

The Tipping Point Fund on Impact Investing (TPF) Awards $3.2 Million in Grants to 16 Organizations Working to Improve Data, Metrics and Measurement

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Tuesday, January 24, 2023
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NEW YORK, Jan. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Tipping Point Fund on Impact Investing (TPF), a donor collaborative committed to creating and supporting public goods that are critical to the continued growth and fidelity of the impact investing market, today announced that it will award approximately $3.2 million in grants to a diverse cohort of 16 organizations. These organizations are working on a range of projects related to improving best practices for impact metrics and measurement and advancing the data infrastructure that is needed to scale the impact investing field with integrity.

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  • These organizations are working on a range of projects related to improving best practices for impact metrics and measurement and advancing the data infrastructure that is needed to scale the impact investing field with integrity.
  • "High-quality data and metrics are the foundation of well-functioning, efficient, and transparent capital markets," said Fran Seegull, Executive Director of the TPF and President of the U.S. Impact Investing Alliance.
  • "As impact investing continues to grow in scope and scale, so too must the tools and frameworks used to assess impacts across a range of environmental, social, and economic factors."
  • Icebreaker One – Icebreaker One will develop and improve the data infrastructure and practices for sharing impact investment data.

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott to join 2023 NAPE Summit Governors Panel

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Thursday, January 12, 2023
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Mark Gordon at the 2023 NAPE Summit to discuss the latest trends, issues and opportunities in today’s dynamic energy market.

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  • Mark Gordon at the 2023 NAPE Summit to discuss the latest trends, issues and opportunities in today’s dynamic energy market.
  • The Governors Panel is part of the NAPE Summit Energy Business Conference on Wednesday, Feb. 1.
  • “The 2023 Summit marks NAPE’s 30th anniversary and we are celebrating the big deal — NAPE style.
  • And up for grabs in the NAPE 30th anniversary Summit Sweepstakes Drawings: a 2023 Ford Bronco!

CrossCountry Announces Cyber Attack Simulation and Threat Assessment Offering

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Tuesday, August 9, 2022
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MCLEAN, Va., Aug. 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CrossCountry Consulting, a leading business advisory firm, today announced the launch of its Cyber & Privacy practice's offensive cybersecurity capabilities into Icebreaker, a newly enhanced offering. Icebreaker will provide CrossCountry's clients threat assessment, cyber-attack simulation, and remediation services, closely complementing the practice's current cyber strategy and transformation, cloud security, and application security capabilities that balance cyber and privacy depth with executive and business-level acumen.

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  • Icebreaker will provide CrossCountry's clients threat assessment, cyber-attack simulation, and remediation services, closely complementing the practice's current cyber strategy and transformation, cloud security, and application security capabilities that balance cyber and privacy depth with executive and business-level acumen.
  • The carefully curated team of industry-leading security experts complements CrossCountry Consulting's robust Cyber & Privacy practice and adjacent Risk & Compliance team.
  • "We carefully built this team of cyber threat experts that align with our existing culture of excellence and customer care," added Cameron Over, Cyber & Privacy Leader at CrossCountry Consulting.
  • "We are incredibly proud of the Icebreaker leadership bench, a team of elite and seasoned cyber threat experts in the industry.

We're Back! Summer is Back! SeaWorld is Back! Parks Operating with No Reservation Requirements, No Restrictions and the Park, Rides and Attractions, Food and Beverage, and Merchandise Outlets are Open for Summer Fun!

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Thursday, June 30, 2022
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We are excited to bring guests this new summer lineup that promises a thrilling experience every time you visit."

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  • We are excited to bring guests this new summer lineup that promises a thrilling experience every time you visit."
  • The thrills continue as riders fly over a near vertical tophat maneuver into a series of exciting twists, turns, and airtime hills.
  • The brand-new coaster is located across from the park's Wild Arctic exhibit and complimented by the popular themed Glacier Bar and Altitude Burger.
  • SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. owns or licenses a portfolio of recognized brands including SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, Aquatica, Sesame Placeand Sea Rescue.

Global Functional Apparel Market to Reach $372.5 Billion by 2026

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Thursday, March 24, 2022
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SAN FRANCISCO, March 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A new market study published by Global Industry Analysts Inc., (GIA) the premier market research company, today released its report titled "Functional Apparel - Global Market Trajectory & Analytics" .

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, March 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A new market study published by Global Industry Analysts Inc., (GIA) the premier market research company, today released its report titled "Functional Apparel - Global Market Trajectory & Analytics" .
  • Amid the COVID-19 crisis, the global market for Functional Apparel estimated at US$293.9 Billion in the year 2022, is projected to reach a revised size of US$372.5 Billion by 2026, growing at a CAGR of 5.7% over the analysis period.
  • The U.S. Market is Estimated at $94.1 Billion in 2022, While China is Forecast to Reach $52.5 Billion by 2026
    The Functional Apparel market in the U.S. is estimated at US$94.1 Billion in the year 2022.
  • Global Industry Analysts, Inc., ( www.strategyr.com ) is a renowned market research publisher the world`s only influencer driven market research company.

One of the Most Anticipated Coasters of 2022, SeaWorld's ALL-NEW Ice Breaker, Now Open to the Public

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Friday, February 18, 2022
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The coaster opened today commemorated with a special ceremony featuring the breaking of an ice ribbon, in keeping with the ride's Arctic theme.

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  • The coaster opened today commemorated with a special ceremony featuring the breaking of an ice ribbon, in keeping with the ride's Arctic theme.
  • The thrills continue as riders fly over a near vertical tophat maneuver into a series of exciting twists, turns, and airtime hills.
  • The brand-new coaster is located across from the park's Wild Arctic exhibit and complimented by the popular themed Glacier Bar and Altitude Burger.
  • "Ice Breaker is a one-of-a-kind thrill ride which complements our existing exhilarating ride portfolio perfectly.

SeaWorld Conservation Partnerships Raise Awareness of Marine Animals in Need, Inspired by the Themes of Some of the Most Anticipated Coasters of 2022: Ice Breaker and Emperor

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Thursday, February 17, 2022
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A portion of the proceeds from Ice Breaker and Emperor merchandise will be donated to these organizations to support their important conservation, education and research efforts.

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  • A portion of the proceeds from Ice Breaker and Emperor merchandise will be donated to these organizations to support their important conservation, education and research efforts.
  • Educational programming for park guests about these conservation programs, and how guests can help support them, will also be provided.
  • SeaWorld San Diego's conservation partnership with Penguins International will raise awareness of the need for penguin conservation around the world.
  • SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. owns or licenses a portfolio of recognized brands including SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, Aquatica, Sesame Placeand Sea Rescue.

ACS Announces Trademark Registration of its Data-Driven Secure Agile Methodology (D2SAM®)

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Friday, December 17, 2021
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Assured Consulting Solutions (ACS) proudly announced today the trademark registration for its Data-Driven Secure Agile Methodology (D2SAM).

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  • Assured Consulting Solutions (ACS) proudly announced today the trademark registration for its Data-Driven Secure Agile Methodology (D2SAM).
  • ACSs Data-Driven Secure Agile Methodology (D2SAM) is a framework of engineering and non-technical tools, processes, and techniques supported by an underlying model-based infrastructure, data environment, and process library.
  • The D2SAM Framework is organized into four cyclical quadrants that reflect the continuous delivery of services and systems to customers.
  • Data-Driven Secure Agile Methodology (D2SAM) is a registered trademark of Assured Consulting Solutions, LLC.

AT&T Selected by the Defense Information Systems Agency for $161 Million/11-Year EIS Task Order to Modernize the U.S. Coast Guard's Data Network

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Tuesday, December 7, 2021
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AT&T * will consolidate the U.S. Coast Guard's (USCG) disparate data communications networks onto a single modernized data communications platform under a Task Order from the Defense Information Technology Contracting Organization, the Defense Information Systems Agency's contracting arm.

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  • AT&T * will consolidate the U.S. Coast Guard's (USCG) disparate data communications networks onto a single modernized data communications platform under a Task Order from the Defense Information Technology Contracting Organization, the Defense Information Systems Agency's contracting arm.
  • The Task Order was made under the U.S. General Services Administration's Enterprise Infrastructure Solutions (EIS) contract, which was created to help federal agencies modernize their technology infrastructure.
  • As a result of this new Task Order, AT&T becomes USCG's principal provider of data telecommunications services globally.
  • We will supply USCG an IP-based, fast, flexible and reliable data network to support a variety of connectivity, communications, and operation requirements.