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FBLA’s Outstanding Business Students Receive National Recognition by ACTE

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Friday, December 1, 2023
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Reston, Virginia, Dec. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Seven student leaders of Future Business Leaders of America, Inc. (FBLA), the nation’s largest career and technical student organization (CTSO) focused solely on business, swept the Outstanding Business Education Student Awards given by the Association for Career & Technical Education (ACTE) at the organization’s annual conference in Phoenix, Arizona.

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  • Reston, Virginia, Dec. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Seven student leaders of Future Business Leaders of America, Inc. (FBLA), the nation’s largest career and technical student organization (CTSO) focused solely on business, swept the Outstanding Business Education Student Awards given by the Association for Career & Technical Education (ACTE) at the organization’s annual conference in Phoenix, Arizona.
  • The awards are given to outstanding high school and college students who demonstrate leadership potential through their enrollment in business courses, involvement in CTSO activities, and engagement in school and community activities.
  • “FBLA is thrilled that ACTE and its business educators have once again recognized our deserving students with this distinguished award,” FBLA President & CEO Alexander T. Graham said.
  • FBLA inspires and prepares students to become community-minded business leaders in a global society through relevant career preparation and leadership experiences.

Festo and zSpace Expand Partnership to Advance Electrical and Mechatronics Training Programs

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Thursday, November 30, 2023
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PHOENIX, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- zSpace, Inc. and Festo Didactic Inc. today announced they are joining forces to integrate zSpace's AR/VR platform with Festo's practical, hands-on training in the electrical and mechatronics fields. This initiative aligns with the aspirations echoed by Festo and zSpace's education partners to prepare students for technology-driven careers through cutting-edge learning opportunities. Additionally, this partnership supports the mission of Festo and zSpace to train a competent workforce that's ready to tackle real-world technical challenges.

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  • PHOENIX, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- zSpace, Inc. and Festo Didactic Inc. today announced they are joining forces to integrate zSpace's AR/VR platform with Festo's practical, hands-on training in the electrical and mechatronics fields.
  • Additionally, this partnership supports the mission of Festo and zSpace to train a competent workforce that's ready to tackle real-world technical challenges.
  • These programs will take a comprehensive approach to introducing electrical components and instruments while utilizing immersive simulation environments on zSpace's AR/VR Laptop.
  • For more information about the programs and the collaborative venture between Festo and zSpace, visit Festo Booth 801 or zSpace Booth 307 at ACTE's CareerTech VISION in Phoenix on November 30th and December 1st, 2023.

zSpace Expands Workforce Training Applications on Glasses-free AR/VR Laptop at ACTE Careertech Vision

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023
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PHOENIX, Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- zSpace, Inc ., a leading education company and innovator in augmented and virtual reality technology, will proudly unveil its expanded Career and Technical Education (CTE) and workforce applications tomorrow at the ACTE Careertech Vision Conference .

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  • PHOENIX, Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- zSpace, Inc ., a leading education company and innovator in augmented and virtual reality technology, will proudly unveil its expanded Career and Technical Education (CTE) and workforce applications tomorrow at the ACTE Careertech Vision Conference .
  • The following companies' applications are now seamlessly integrated into zSpace's glasses-free augmented/virtual reality (AR/VR) Laptop, Inspire, showcased exclusively at ACTE Careertech Vision:
    Biodigital's state-of-the-art biological visualization software enables students and professionals to explore the human body in unprecedented detail.
  • "At zSpace, we are dedicated to revolutionizing education by providing immersive, interactive, and practical learning experiences," said Michael Carbenia, Sr. Executive Director of Workforce at zSpace.
  • For more information or a demonstration, visit zSpace Booth 307 at ACTE CareerTech VISION in Phoenix on November 30th and December 1st, 2023.

SkillsUSA Names Dr. Bart Taylor as an Education Representative on the SkillsUSA Board of Directors

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023
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LEESBURG, Va., Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dr. Bart Taylor, Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE) vice president for Trade and Industrial Education, was recently elected to serve as an education representative on the SkillsUSA Board of Directors.

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  • LEESBURG, Va., Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dr. Bart Taylor, Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE) vice president for Trade and Industrial Education, was recently elected to serve as an education representative on the SkillsUSA Board of Directors.
  • "It is my honor to serve as an education representative on the SkillsUSA board of directors," Taylor said.
  • Taylor recently served as the director of membership and education for SkillsUSA Texas and is currently a lecturer at both Texas A&M University and Sam Houston State University.
  • "SkillsUSA is honored to have an education representative like Bart Taylor serve on our national board of directors," said SkillsUSA Executive Director Chelle Travis.

Aduro Clean Technologies Provides Corporate Update and Engages Outside The Box Capital Inc. for Marketing and Investor Relations Services

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Thursday, July 6, 2023
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In addition, there has been substantial progress on the pilot-scale continuous flow reactor for Hydrochemolytic™ Bitumen Upgrading (“R2 Bitumen”).

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  • In addition, there has been substantial progress on the pilot-scale continuous flow reactor for Hydrochemolytic™ Bitumen Upgrading (“R2 Bitumen”).
  • All of these the Company has successfully overcome, driven by the dedication and passion of the Aduro team.
  • In June 2023, Aduro formed its first international hub by establishing Aduro Clean Technologies Europe (“ ACTE ”), marking the first step towards international expansion.
  • The Company also announces that it has entered into a marketing and consulting agreement (the “Marketing Agreement”) with an arm’s length marketing firm, Outside The Box Capital Inc. (“ OTBC ”) of Oakville Ontario, to provide marketing consulting and investor relations services, including marketing services through social media channels and online media distribution.

Aduro Clean Technologies Expands Presence in Europe, Establishing Subsidiary in the Netherlands

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Thursday, June 15, 2023
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SARNIA, Ontario, June 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aduro Clean Technologies Inc .

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  • SARNIA, Ontario, June 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aduro Clean Technologies Inc .
  • ACTE will serve as Aduro's European hub and a conduit for achieving strategic goals in the region.
  • The Netherlands was selected due to the Company’s robust regional relationships, including its successful partnerships with Brightlands Chemelot Campus (“Brightlands”) and Chemelot Innovation and Learning Labs (“CHILL”).
  • "Establishing a European hub is a significant stride in our strategic journey," said Ofer Vicus, CEO of Aduro.

Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research Releases White Paper and Hosts Congressional Briefing on Advancing Clinical Trial Equity for Black Patients with Sarcoidosis

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Monday, May 22, 2023
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This white paper provides innovative recommendations to address these challenges proposed by nationally renowned key opinion leaders in sarcoidosis, diversity, equity, and inclusion, industry, and African American patients.

Key Points: 
  • This white paper provides innovative recommendations to address these challenges proposed by nationally renowned key opinion leaders in sarcoidosis, diversity, equity, and inclusion, industry, and African American patients.
  • On Wednesday, May 24th at 12:00pm ET, FSR will conduct a Congressional Briefing, Advancing Clinical Trial Equity for Black Patients with Sarcoidosis & Other Conditions, to review these recommendations and propose a legislative solution to address some of these concerns.
  • Yet, according to the U. S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clinical trials for rare diseases specifically, Black Americans only represent 9% of clinical trial participants.
  • For more information about the Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research, and to read the white paper, please visit www.stopsarcoidosis.org.

CareerPrepped® Launches to the Public, Enabling Skills-Based Hiring at Scale

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Tuesday, January 31, 2023
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IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- MaxKnowledge, the leading provider of online talent development solutions for the career and technical education (CTE) community, has announced the general availability launch of CareerPrepped, a virtual platform connecting talent, talent developers and employers to enable skills-based hiring at scale.

Key Points: 
  • As more employers prioritize hiring for skills over education level and work history, the need for a platform that enables job seekers to demonstrate their skills has never been greater.
  • By using a more diverse range of evidence, job seekers can signal their skills to employers more effectively.
  • This allows employers to use a more comprehensive approach to validate skills, which can help overcome a primary obstacle to skills-based hiring according to McKinsey research .
  • We look forward to making a lasting difference in the employee recruitment landscape," said Dr. Amir Moghadam, chief executive officer of MaxKnowledge.

Atlas Travel Welcomes Travel Industry Veteran Kerin McKinnon

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Tuesday, January 17, 2023
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MARLBOROUGH, Mass., Jan. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Atlas Travel is pleased to welcome Kerin McKinnon as Vice President, Business Development.

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  • MARLBOROUGH, Mass., Jan. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Atlas Travel is pleased to welcome Kerin McKinnon as Vice President, Business Development.
  • "We are very happy to have Kerin join the Atlas Team," said Atlas Travel & Technology Group President Lea Cahill.
  • "Kerin brings a wealth of industry experience and is highly regarded in the corporate travel space.
  • Kerin has also worked tirelessly as a Government Liaison for the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) and NEBTA on Capitol Hill to support corporate travel legislation.

FBLA Students Sweep ACTE Awards for Outstanding Business Students

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Thursday, December 1, 2022
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Reston, Virginia, Dec. 01, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- High school and collegiate members of the Future Business Leaders of America, Inc. (FBLA), the nations largest business Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO), won all of the Outstanding Business Education Student Awards given today by the Association for Career & Technical Education (ACTE) at their annual conference in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Key Points: 
  • Reston, Virginia, Dec. 01, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- High school and collegiate members of the Future Business Leaders of America, Inc. (FBLA), the nations largest business Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO), won all of the Outstanding Business Education Student Awards given today by the Association for Career & Technical Education (ACTE) at their annual conference in Las Vegas, Nevada.
  • The awards recognize outstanding students for their leadership potential shown in business courses, their involvement in CTSO activities, and their participation in school and community activities.
  • These awards are such a high honor for our students because its recognition of outstanding achievement from the very educators who are teaching career and technical education in their classrooms each day, FBLA President & CEO Alexander T. Graham said.
  • Krisha Patel, FBLA High School Eastern Region Vice President; Egg Harbor Township High School, Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey
    Jaya Singh, FBLA Collegiate member and former FBLA High School National President; Babson College, Babson Park, Massachusetts
    Aarav Dagar, FBLA High School National President; Strawberry Crest High School, Tampa, Florida
    Natalie Coon, FBLA High School North Central Region Vice President; Campbellsport High School, Campbellsport, Wisconsin
    Steven Segawa, FBLA High School Western Region Vice President; Valencia High School, Placentia, California
    Shanna Shakespear, FBLA Collegiate Vice President of Communication; Ensign College, Salt Lake City, Utah
    Future Business Leaders of America, Inc. is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) education association with active middle school, high school, and college chapters worldwide.