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Swift Shift Van Lines Announces Prestigious Scholarship for Veterans

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Thursday, January 11, 2024
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LAKE WORTH, Fla., Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Swift Shift Van Lines , a renowned moving company founded in 2005, proudly introduces the " Swift Shift Van Lines Scholarship for Veterans."

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  • LAKE WORTH, Fla., Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Swift Shift Van Lines , a renowned moving company founded in 2005, proudly introduces the " Swift Shift Van Lines Scholarship for Veterans."
  • This scholarship underscores our commitment to supporting the educational endeavors of U.S. Armed Forces veterans, recognizing their dedication and sacrifices.
  • Veterans seeking to pursue higher education are invited to apply for this one-time $1,000 scholarship.
  • To be eligible for the Swift Shift Van Lines Scholarship for Veterans, applicants must meet specific criteria:
    Veteran Status: Must be a veteran of the United States Armed Forces.

Merlin Appoints Part 25 Certification Manager, Tim Trank, to Advance Certification of the Merlin Pilot

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Thursday, December 7, 2023
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Merlin , the aviation technology company developing the world’s most capable pilot to advance the future of automated flight, today announced the appointment of Tim Trank as the company’s Part 25 Certification Manager.

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  • Merlin , the aviation technology company developing the world’s most capable pilot to advance the future of automated flight, today announced the appointment of Tim Trank as the company’s Part 25 Certification Manager.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231207314423/en/
    Merlin Appoints Part 25 Certification Manager, Tim Trank, to Advance Certification of the Merlin Pilot (Photo: Business Wire)
    “At Merlin, excellence in safety and innovation is our priority.
  • "Merlin is a place where great aviation professionals can apply their unique skills and expertise to transform the future of flight.
  • “Aviation certification is a complex process but essential to ensuring our skies are safe, scalable, and accessible,” said Trank.

Gecko Robotics Raises $100 Million to Extend its Series C Funding Enabling Major Growth in its Defense Business

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023
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Gecko Robotics , the industry leader in using AI-powered software and advanced robotics to maintain and build the world’s most important physical infrastructure, today announced an extension of its Series C funding round bringing the total Series C raise to $173 Million.

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  • Gecko Robotics , the industry leader in using AI-powered software and advanced robotics to maintain and build the world’s most important physical infrastructure, today announced an extension of its Series C funding round bringing the total Series C raise to $173 Million.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231205433553/en/
    As part of the extension, Gecko is adding representatives from US Innovative Technology Fund (USIT) and Founders Fund to its corporate board.
  • “This investment is designed to help supercharge our work ensuring the critical assets that our military relies on to protect our national security are ready,” said Gecko Robotics CEO Jake Loosararian.
  • Gecko is on the frontlines of making sure the assets we rely on are ready if called upon - both today and tomorrow."

MISI Changes Name to Technology Advancement Center to Reflect Evolving Mission and Value Offered to the Community

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
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MISI is pleased to re-introduce itself with a new name: Technology Advancement Center ( TAC ).

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  • MISI is pleased to re-introduce itself with a new name: Technology Advancement Center ( TAC ).
  • Over the last 12 months, it became clear that the covenants under which MISI was founded have expanded immensely.
  • Our nation requires an outpost for government and industry to come together and develop cutting edge technology.
  • TAC leadership is dedicated to evolving and meeting the challenge of protecting and defending our interests at home and abroad head-on.

US Veteran Suicide Rate Substantially Higher Than Previously Thought

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Monday, December 18, 2023
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LAS VEGAS, Dec. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A new study revealed that the Veteran suicide rate may be substantially higher than the Department of Veteran Affairs' (VA) previous estimates. The findings indicate that every day, 22-24 Veterans aged 18-64 commit suicide, and an additional 18-20 Veterans in the same age group die from self-inflicted injuries. This alarming data suggests that the daily loss of Veteran lives to suicide and self-injury is between 40-44 individuals, highlighting a severe and pressing issue within the Veteran community.

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  • LAS VEGAS, Dec. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A new study revealed that the Veteran suicide rate may be substantially higher than the Department of Veteran Affairs' (VA) previous estimates.
  • The findings indicate that every day, 22-24 Veterans aged 18-64 commit suicide, and an additional 18-20 Veterans in the same age group die from self-inflicted injuries.
  • This alarming data suggests that the daily loss of Veteran lives to suicide and self-injury is between 40-44 individuals, highlighting a severe and pressing issue within the Veteran community.
  • For more information on light therapy, or for comments and media appearances, please contact Joe Sanhanga at the contact information below.

Acutrack Announces New Printed Parcel Rate Book Fulfillment; Flexible Low-Cost, Flat Fee Book Shipping

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Thursday, December 7, 2023
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LIVERMORE, Calif., Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Acutrack, the market-leading book fulfillment service for self-publishers, has announced its new printed parcel service. Combining Acutrack's technology-driven book fulfillment with printed parcel shipping flexibility is revolutionary. Books can now be shipped with other printed material for low rates and preferential handling by the United States Postal Service (USPS). It's an improvement over the previous Media Mail service that allowed only books to be included in packages. Self-publishers can now include printed collateral with book shipments to build better customer relationships and grow their businesses.

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  • LIVERMORE, Calif., Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Acutrack , the market-leading book fulfillment service for self-publishers, has announced its new printed parcel service.
  • New Printed Parcel Service Offers Two Shipping Speed Options: Standard and Expedited
    Shippers using Acutrack's book fulfillment service with Printed Parcel rates can choose from two flat-rate shipping options.
  • Besides the new Printed Parcel shipping rates, Acutrack continues to be an outstanding alternative to print-on-demand for self-publishers.
  • The new Printed Parcel shipping program and Acutrack's book printing and fulfillment services are available to self-publishers of all types.

James Hardie Building Products, Expands Hardie™ Honors Rebate Program and Unveils "The Military Salute" Giveaway

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Friday, November 10, 2023
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CHICAGO, Nov. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- James Hardie Building Products Inc. (James Hardie), the North American leader in fiber cement home siding and exterior design solutions, is proud to announce the expansion of the Hardie™ Honors rebate program to members of the U.S. Armed Forces, veterans, and Gold Star Families in the United States.

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  • Hardie™ Honors Rebate Program Expands to U.S. Armed Forces, veterans, and Gold Star Families to Qualify for Exclusive Savings on Hardie® Siding and Trim Products.
  • "The Military Salute" giveaway winner's home will be re-sided with Hardie® siding from the Magnolia Home | James Hardie Collection.
  • Earlier this year, James Hardie introduced the Hardie™ Honors rebate program to honor the dedication and sacrifice of firefighters and other first responders by providing exclusive rebates on Hardie® siding and trim products.
  • James Hardie is now expanding the rebate program to members of the U.S. Armed Forces, veterans, and Gold Star Families.

Celebrating the Veterans at Sam The Concrete Man This Veteran's Day

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023
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Sam The Concrete Man Veteran owned locations: Chattanooga, TN; Denver East, CO; Fayetteville, NC; Montgomery County, MD; New Orleans, LA; North Phoenix, AZ; Phoenix-Tempe, AZ; and Sugar Land, TX.

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  • Sam The Concrete Man Veteran owned locations: Chattanooga, TN; Denver East, CO; Fayetteville, NC; Montgomery County, MD; New Orleans, LA; North Phoenix, AZ; Phoenix-Tempe, AZ; and Sugar Land, TX.
  • Sam The Concrete Man sheds light on our Veteran owned franchises and corporate employees this veteran's day.
  • Sam The Concrete Man has provided Veterans with the opportunity to leverage their unique skills and work ethic, creating a successful and reliable business that serves local communities.
  • From our quality concrete services to supporting our local communities, Sam The Concrete Man remains North Americas #1 residential and commercial concrete company.

Applied Systems Engineering Inc. joins Persistent Systems Wave Relay® Ecosystem

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023
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NEW YORK, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Persistent Systems, LLC ("Persistent"), a leader in mobile ad hoc networking (MANET), announced today that Applied Systems Engineering Inc. ("ASEI"), specialists in navigation systems for loitering munitions, has joined Persistent's Wave Relay® Ecosystem.

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  • NEW YORK, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Persistent Systems, LLC ("Persistent"), a leader in mobile ad hoc networking (MANET), announced today that Applied Systems Engineering Inc. ("ASEI"), specialists in navigation systems for loitering munitions, has joined Persistent's Wave Relay® Ecosystem.
  • ASEI advances this concept, through the development of small, loitering, precision guided, munitions, that operate effectively in contested environments.
  • The Wave Relay MANET enables the munitions to network together and operate as a swarm, while receiving target tasking from UAS platforms and dismounted warfighters.
  • "We are excited to have ASEI join our growing Wave Relay® Ecosystem," said Cody Larson, director of Business Development at Persistent Systems.

Boingo Wireless to Discuss 5G, Wi-Fi & Base Housing Solutions at Association of Defense Communities Annual Event

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Monday, November 6, 2023
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Boingo Wireless , a leading provider of wireless solutions for the U.S. military, will join the Association of Defense Communities (ADC) Installation Innovation Forum keynote on Tuesday, Nov. 7.

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  • Boingo Wireless , a leading provider of wireless solutions for the U.S. military, will join the Association of Defense Communities (ADC) Installation Innovation Forum keynote on Tuesday, Nov. 7.
  • The keynote session will address the biggest housing challenges military families, installations and communities face.
  • “The Department of Defense is committed to ensuring Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines have connectivity.
  • Reliable and resilient communications infrastructure is critical for mission readiness as well as quality of life on base.