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Fairstead Deploys K5 at Coppertree Village Apartments in Houston, Texas

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Thursday, July 20, 2023
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Similar to the positive results experienced by Liberty Village in Las Vegas , the K5 will be helping to deter crime and loitering in an effort to create a safer and more secure community for its families.

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  • Similar to the positive results experienced by Liberty Village in Las Vegas , the K5 will be helping to deter crime and loitering in an effort to create a safer and more secure community for its families.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230720178590/en/
    Fairstead Deploys K5 at Coppertree Village Apartments in Houston, Texas (Photo: Business Wire)
    Coppertree Village Apartments is a Fairstead owned and managed community centrally located in one of Houston's most historic neighborhoods, Acre Homes.
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UM's Annual Impact Day, "Building a Better Future," Brings Global Community Together to Take Action around Equity, Sustainability and Wellness

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Thursday, July 20, 2023
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NEW YORK, July 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- UM, a global media agency network of IPG Mediabrands, today announced its sixth global Impact Day, "Building a Better Future." The annual day of service, initially launched in 2016 under UM's corporate social responsibility unit, Better World, demonstrates the agency's commitment to its core values of community and care. 

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  • NEW YORK, July 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- UM, a global media agency network of IPG Mediabrands, today announced its sixth global Impact Day, "Building a Better Future."
  • The annual day of service, initially launched in 2016 under UM's corporate social responsibility unit, Better World, demonstrates the agency's commitment to its core values of community and care.
  • UM's sixth annual day of service, Impact Day "Building a Better Future," takes place July 20 all over the world.
  • "We're honored to partner with community organizations around the world that are driving genuine change through the lens of equity, sustainability and wellness."

edX and JFF Launch MicroBachelors Program Pathway Initiative for Non-Traditional Learners

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Thursday, July 20, 2023
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LANHAM, Md. and BOSTON, July 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- edX, a leading global online learning platform from 2U, Inc. (Nasdaq: TWOU), together with Jobs for the Future (JFF), and with funding from The Charles Koch Foundation, today announced the launch of the edX MicroBachelors® Program Pathway Initiative: an initiative to connect adults who aspire to earn a bachelor's degree with MicroBachelors programs on edX at no cost. Learners will also receive the opportunity to interview at companies seeking qualified candidates for roles that don't require a traditional two or four-year degree.

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  • "Through the edX MicroBachelors Program Pathway Initiative, we're working to level the playing field, empowering adults without traditional degrees to build relevant, marketable skills," said Anant Agarwal, founder of edX and Chief Platform Officer at 2U.
  • "We are very excited about our partnership with Jobs For the Future and their work with edX to develop and launch this MicroBachelors program.
  • The edX MicroBachelors Program Pathway Initiative is part of edX for Impact – a collective effort to help marginalized learners get the education they need in order to develop the skills to pursue rewarding careers.
  • To learn more about the edX MicroBachelors Program Pathway Initiative, please visit https://partnerships.edx.org/koch-jff .

Landing Launches Flex, An Industry-First Flexible Living Offering For Corporate Travelers

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Thursday, July 20, 2023
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All apartments are fully-furnished, thoughtfully-designed, and equipped with complete kitchens and appliances, so corporate members will feel at home anywhere.

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  • All apartments are fully-furnished, thoughtfully-designed, and equipped with complete kitchens and appliances, so corporate members will feel at home anywhere.
  • Once reservations have been made, Landing communicates move-in details directly with corporate members, taking that burden off the employer.
  • “Landing makes corporate housing easy with a large selection of furnished units, great rates, and an intuitive booking process.
  • For more information on Landing, Flex, or to explore options for flexible living in a city near you, visit https://www.hellolanding.com/p/corporate-housing/ .

KnowBe4 Named to 2023 Fortune Best Workplaces for Millennials List and Recognized as a UK Best Workplace™ for Women

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Thursday, July 20, 2023
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TAMPA BAY, Fla., July 20, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- KnowBe4, the provider of the world's largest security awareness training and simulated phishing platform, today announced it has been named a 2023 Best Workplaces for Millennials by Great Place To Work® and Fortune magazine. This is KnowBe4's sixth time being named to this prestigious list, this year coming in at number 40. Earning a spot means that KnowBe4 has surpassed rigorous benchmarks, establishing itself as one of the best companies to work for in the country.

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  • Additionally, KnowBe4 today announced it has been named a recipient of 2023 UK's Best Workplace™ for Women.
  • The Best Workplaces for Millennials and UK's Best Workplace™ for Women lists are highly competitive.
  • "KnowBe4 is thrilled to once again be recognized as a best workplace for millennials for the sixth consecutive year and to be recognized as a UK best workplace for women," said Ani Banerjee, CHRO, KnowBe4.
  • KnowBe4 also ranked as a UK Best Workplaces for Wellbeing in 2022 and 2023 and as a 2022 UK Best Workplace.

MOVE OVER MILLENNIALS AND GEN Z, IT'S TIME TO MAKE SPACE FOR GEN ALPHA

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Thursday, July 20, 2023
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NEW YORK, July 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Meet Gen Alpha. They are the children of millennials, starting to turn 13 but still being born, and will be the largest generation ever with the biggest spending power. They are a generation that will not know a world without AI, gaming, AR and streaming. While very little research has previously been published about this demographic age group, a new briefing paper by Harvard Business Review Analytic Services, sponsored by design and innovation consultancy, Journey, sheds light on Gen Alpha, and how they are changing work, education, entertainment and beyond.

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  • Gen Alpha will not know a world without AI, gaming, AR and streaming.
  • "For Gen Alpha, their reality encompasses both the physical world and the virtual one.
  • Gen Alpha is a generation of world builders and today's flat internet experience just seems...old.
  • Some of the briefing paper's key original qualitative findings include:
    For Gen Alpha, gaming is becoming their new social network.

BD Issues FY 2022 ESG Report, Highlights Notable Progress in Energy and Waste Reduction, Health Care Access and Diversity

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Thursday, July 20, 2023
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FRANKLIN LAKES, N.J., July 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) (NYSE: BDX), a leading global medical technology company, today issued its Fiscal Year 2022 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report that details ongoing efforts that impact company health, human health, community health and planet health.

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  • BD and the BD Foundation donated more than $22.5 million in cash and products worldwide to eligible non-profit organizations to support resilient communities and expand health care access and equity.
  • As part of the company's cybersecurity governance, BD achieved ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification in FY 2022, which demonstrates a steadfastness to maintaining world-class cybersecurity standards.
  • For more information about BD's 2030+ ESG goals and to view the company's full FY 2022 ESG Report, visit BD.com .
  • Learn more about awards and recognition for BD's ESG impact on the BD Newsroom .

Hello, Avelo! Avelo Airlines Announces Exclusive Nonstop Service to Orlando from Central Wisconsin Airport / Wausau

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Wednesday, July 19, 2023
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MOSINEE, Wis. and WAUSAU, Wis., July 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Avelo Airlines announced today exclusive nonstop service between Central Wisconsin Airport (CWA) and Orlando International Airport (MCO).

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  • Central Wisconsin Airport sits in the heart of Wisconsin, in Mosinee, between Stevens Point and Wausau.
  • Avelo Airlines Chairman and CEO Andrew Levy said, "Central Wisconsin – say hello to Avelo!
  • Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) Secretary and CEO Missy Hughes said, "Avelo's decision to extend air service to Central Wisconsin Airport is a win for residents of Northern and Central Wisconsin.
  • Avelo's new nonstop, year-round service to Orlando provides a new low-fare option and greater connectivity for travel to and from central and northern Wisconsin.

BREATHE! Coming to Las Vegas in Sept. 2023

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Wednesday, July 19, 2023
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LAS VEGAS, July 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via Web3MediaWire -- BREATHE!

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  • LAS VEGAS, July 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via Web3MediaWire -- BREATHE!
  • Convention (“BREATHE!”) is the first major emerging tech event approved by The Expo @ World Market Center Las Vegas, to heavily focus on mass adoption for the future of work, finance, art, and more.
  • Produced by the world-renowned producer of experiences, live and digital, B2B events and B2C engagements, 5AM Global , the event is scheduled for September 13-15th, 2023, The Expo @ World Market Center Las Vegas.
  • The event will play host to 80+ renowned educators and subject matter experts in a variety of highly engaging, information-packed sessions with industry leaders including:

Chia Network Appoints Effie Datson to Board of Directors

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Wednesday, July 19, 2023
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Chia Network, Inc (“Chia”), founded by Bram Cohen to provide an open-source, public blockchain optimized for real-world adoption, today announced the appointment of Effie Datson to its Board of Directors, effective immediately.

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  • Chia Network, Inc (“Chia”), founded by Bram Cohen to provide an open-source, public blockchain optimized for real-world adoption, today announced the appointment of Effie Datson to its Board of Directors, effective immediately.
  • "Effie's broad experience and impressive record in financial services and passion for technology and innovation will provide valuable perspective and insight to complement our Board's expertise," said Gene Hoffman, President and CEO of Chia Network.
  • "We are confident in Effie's ability to guide the company through our next growth phase as a member of the Board of Directors, and we're pleased to welcome her to the Chia team."
  • Based in the UK, Datson most recently served as Global Head of Family Office for Barclays.