Air force

Celebrating Women Veterans

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Monday, March 4, 2024
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MISSION, Kan., March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- (Family Features) Veterans play an important role in U.S. history. Over time, the demographics of veterans have changed, but few realize the growing role of women in the armed forces. Today, women comprise 11% of the veteran population. According to the Pew Research Center, that number is expected to increase to 18% by 2048.

Key Points: 
  • Over time, the demographics of veterans have changed, but few realize the growing role of women in the armed forces.
  • Through the Veterans History Project, the Library of Congress collects and preserves the firsthand remembrances of U.S. military veterans like McClendon and makes them accessible for future generations to better understand veterans' service and sacrifice.
  • You can extend this work and honor women veterans in your community with simple acts of appreciation such as:
    Take your support for small businesses one step further and look for women veteran-owned businesses to support.
  • Visit museums and memorials, many of which have specific displays to honor the sacrifices and triumphs of women veterans.

Fusion Start-Up Wins Air Force SBIR Contract to Prototype Lower Cost Nuclear Effects Testing

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
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PALO ALTO, Calif., Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Fuse -- an innovative company delivering engineering breakthroughs related to fusion power -- today announced that it has been selected for an AFWERX Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) contract to address the most pressing challenges in the Department of the Air Force related to nuclear effects testing.

Key Points: 
  • "Fuse is delivering fusion engineering breakthroughs at lower cost and faster speed than others," said JC Btaiche, Founder and CEO of Fuse.
  • We are proud to partner with the Air Force Research Laboratory and AFWERX to efficiently and cost-effectively offer nuclear effects testing to provide Air Force operators greater tactical flexibility and survivability."
  • "Fuse brings much needed nuclear effects testing to an underserved market, particularly given the dramatic growth in the commercial and government space."
  • With several advanced pulsed-power prototypes already demonstrated, Fuse will look to prototype additional solutions in the electro-magnetic spectrum for nuclear effects testing and system hardening while lowering costs and providing Air Force operators greater tactical flexibility and survivability.

AI in Colleges and Universities

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024
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GALES FERRY, Conn., Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Colleges and universities are at the forefront of Artificial Intelligence in research and education.

Key Points: 
  • GALES FERRY, Conn., Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Colleges and universities are at the forefront of Artificial Intelligence in research and education.
  • The Break Through Tech AI hub offers a free 18-month artificial intelligence program to a diverse range of students.
  • The college also runs an online 24-week artificial intelligence boot camp, which provides learners with the skills they need to work with AI.
  • The college also offers a short course for business owners to integrate AI in their organization.

Osso VR Welcomes Greg Born as CEO to Lead Growth Efforts in Immersive Procedural Training Space

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Osso VR, the leader in immersive procedural training, announced today that Greg Born will be joining the company as the new Chief Executive Officer. Born's appointment will focus on driving the company's growth and expansion efforts in the procedural training space.

Key Points: 
  • Born's appointment will focus on driving the company's growth and expansion efforts in the procedural training space.
  • With over 20 years of experience in scaling technology enterprises, Born brings additional expertise in operational and strategic growth to Osso VR.
  • His proven track record of driving innovation and navigating complex landscapes positions him as a valuable addition to the Osso VR team.
  • "I'm honored to embark on this journey with Osso VR as the new Chief Executive Officer," said Born.

The Inner Circle Acknowledges, Lauren A. Stevenot, DDS as a Pinnacle Lifetime Member

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Monday, February 26, 2024
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CINCINNATI, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Lauren A. Stevenot, DDS is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Lifetime Member for her contributions to the Dentistry field.

Key Points: 
  • CINCINNATI, Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Lauren A. Stevenot, DDS is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Lifetime Member for her contributions to the Dentistry field.
  • She serves as an integral part of Reading Family Dental, a trusted family practice where she works alongside her uncle, Dr. Alan Laub, DDS.
  • Her brother, Dr. Ryan Dull, DDS, is currently serving in the U.S. Navy as a dentist.
  • She looks forward to serving the Reading community for years to come and continuing her journey of excellence in dentistry.

Author Ro Smith Announces Debut of her Highly Anticipated Fantasy Adventure 'Journey of a Lost Oxa'

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Friday, February 23, 2024
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HOUSTON, Feb. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Author Ro Smith is thrilled to announce the debut of her newest book, 'Journey of a Lost Oxa.' This highly anticipated new title will officially launch on February 26, 2024, on Amazon.

Key Points: 
  • Smith's newest book will officially launch on Amazon and major book retailers on February 26, 2024
    HOUSTON, Feb. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Author Ro Smith is thrilled to announce the debut of her newest book, 'Journey of a Lost Oxa.'
  • This highly anticipated new title will officially launch on February 26, 2024, on Amazon .
  • As a professional, she has served as an Air Force Military Police Officer, social worker, and teacher.
  • "My goal is to transport readers to worlds where exploration fuels adventure and adversity shapes destinies," said Smith.

Exiger Strengthens Executive Team as Global Supply Chains Needs Intensify

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Exiger, the market-leading supply chain and third-party risk AI company, today announced that Carrie Wibben has been promoted to serve as the company's  President, and Retired U.S. Air Force Major General Cameron Holt will succeed Wibben as President of Exiger Government Solutions. Following Exiger's recent sector-leading majority investment, these C-Suite roles ensure the company's continued ability to scale, invest and respond to intensifying global supply chain needs. 

Key Points: 
  • Following Exiger's recent sector-leading majority investment , these C-Suite roles ensure the company's continued ability to scale, invest and respond to intensifying global supply chain needs.
  • Exiger will pursue new acquisition opportunities to continue to develop and deploy the market's most innovative and effective supply chain and third-party risk technology.
  • "Last year was historic for Exiger," said Exiger CEO Brandon Daniels.
  • Exiger is the clear technology leader when we simply must expose and ultimately defeat these new threats to supply chains.

U.S. Air Force Awards Soaak Technologies' Second Contract to Enhance Airmen Performance with Innovative Sound Technology

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
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Soaak Technologies is developing advanced mobile and web applications, tailored for the DAF's unique operational needs.

Key Points: 
  • Soaak Technologies is developing advanced mobile and web applications, tailored for the DAF's unique operational needs.
  • These applications are created to improve mission readiness and cognitive resilience using Soaak's proprietary sound frequency technology , addressing the crucial requirement of maintaining peak mental and physical states in demanding environments.
  • By integrating Soaak's proprietary technology, this project is set to advance health tech innovation and the operational efficacy of service members.
  • Our proprietary technology represents a groundbreaking passive and pharmacology-free method to enhance warfighter performance, resilience, and overall well-being," said Aaron Fournier, President of Soaak Digital.

Auterion Government Solutions Names Ret. USAF Lt. Gen. David A. Krumm to Board of Directors

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024
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MOORPARK, Calif., Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Auterion Government Solutions, the company that enables the rapid innovation, deployment and evolution of robotics capabilities through the power, flexibility and interoperability of open architecture software, today announced the appointment of Ret. Air Force Lt. Gen. David A. Krumm to its Board of Directors.

Key Points: 
  • Air Force Lt. Gen. David A. Krumm to its Board of Directors.
  • "Krumm's decades of military service in the U.S. Air Force brings an extensive level of expertise and experience to our Board that will be invaluable as we execute our growth strategy," added Errol Farr, president of Auterion Government Solutions.
  • "Auterion is absolutely revolutionizing how robotics and autonomous systems collaborate, operate and successfully complete missions.
  • Krumm brings more than 32 years of executive leadership to the Auterion Government Solutions Board of Directors.

GALLS® Strengthens Commitment to Military and Defense with Strategic Acquisition of LVI

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Monday, February 19, 2024
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LEXINGTON, Ken., Feb. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- GALLS®, the nation's leading supplier serving America's public safety and military professionals, proudly announces the completion of a major acquisition of LVI. LVI, a Galls Company, is a multi-faceted Third Party Logistics (3PL) Partner with over 28 years of experience supporting the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), Army, Navy, USMC, and Air Force with clothing and textile functions, military logistics, and supply chain solutions to ensure mission-critical combat readiness. The acquisition marks a significant stride for GALLS as it seeks to expand its foothold in the military and defense sector.

Key Points: 
  • LEXINGTON, Ken., Feb. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- GALLS ®, the nation's leading supplier serving America's public safety and military professionals, proudly announces the completion of a major acquisition of LVI.
  • The acquisition marks a significant stride for GALLS as it seeks to expand its foothold in the military and defense sector.
  • Mike Fadden, CEO of GALLS, explained, "The recent acquisition of LVI aligns seamlessly with our strategic objectives, bolstering our commitment to the men and women in uniform.
  • GALLS recognizes the value of LVI's expertise in 3PL military logistics services, enabling the company to broaden its service capabilities.