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Abt Associates Holds Webinar on Apprenticeships --Evaluation Shows American Apprenticeship Initiative Helps Workers and Employers--

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Thursday, December 1, 2022

ROCKVILLE, Md., Dec. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Interest is growing in apprenticeships as a promising but underused workforce development strategy. An Abt Associates evaluation of the U.S. Department of Labor's American Apprenticeship Initiative (AAI) showed that apprenticeships can benefit both workers and employers. On Dec. 6 from 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. ET, Abt will hold a webinar at which experts will explain how much apprenticeships helped both employers and job seekers.

Key Points: 
  • An Abt Associates evaluation of the U.S. Department of Labor's American Apprenticeship Initiative (AAI) showed that apprenticeships can benefit both workers and employers.
  • ET, Abt will hold a webinar at which experts will explain how much apprenticeships helped both employers and job seekers.
  • An Abt Associates evaluation of the U.S. Department of Labor's American Apprenticeship Initiative (AAI) showed that apprenticeships can benefit both workers and employers.
  • ET, Abt will hold a webinar at which experts will explain how much apprenticeships helped both employers and job seekers.

ALERIAN MLP ETF TAX UPDATE

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Tuesday, November 29, 2022

DENVER, Nov. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Following the conclusion of a regular fiscal year-end tax analysis conducted on the Alerian MLP ETF (the "Fund" or "AMLP"), ALPS Advisors, Inc. (the "Advisor" or "AAI) is announcing a change in accounting estimate related to the Fund's net deferred tax liability.

Key Points: 
  • DENVER, Nov. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Following the conclusion of a regular fiscal year-end tax analysis conducted on the Alerian MLP ETF (the "Fund" or "AMLP"), ALPS Advisors, Inc. (the "Advisor" or "AAI) is announcing a change in accounting estimate related to the Fund's net deferred tax liability.
  • Tax Law Changes and Current Period Changes in Taxable Income:Various tax law changes were considered by the Fund in assessing the recoverability of its deferred tax assets.
  • ALPS Portfolio Solutions Distributor, Inc. is also the distributor for the Alerian Energy Infrastructure ETF and the ALPS | Alerian Energy Infrastructure Portfolio.
  • The Alerian MLP ETF distributes a single Form 1099 to its shareholders.

Ancora Education Named One of the "Top Companies for Women to Work for in Transportation" by Women in Trucking Association

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Monday, November 21, 2022

DALLAS, Nov. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ancora Education was recently named as one of the 2022 "Top Companies for Women to Work for in Transportation" by the Women in Trucking Association (WIT), a nonprofit organization working to bring gender diversity to the transportation industry. Ancora was recognized at the WIT Accelerate! Conference & Expo November 13-16 in Dallas.

Key Points: 
  • We need to change that statistic
    "Women are breaking barriers and redefining roles in transportation, yet women only account for 10% of the nation's drivers.
  • We need to change that statistic," said Natalie Williams, Vice President of Operations at Ancora Education.
  • Our goal at Ancora Education is to foster an environment where women can thrive, network, and hone their skills.
  • Since 2018, WIT has promoted the accomplishments of companies focused on recruitment and retention of women in the trucking industry with the "Top Companies for Women to Work for in Transportation" award.

Gates Foundation Calls for Bold and Immediate Action at COP27, Announces New Commitment to Meet the Climate Adaptation Needs of Smallholder Farmers

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Monday, November 7, 2022

The announcement was made by Gates Foundation CEO Mark Suzman at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27).

Key Points: 
  • The announcement was made by Gates Foundation CEO Mark Suzman at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27).
  • "Our commitment will help smallholder farmers adapt today and build resilience for the future.
  • It is essential for this climate summit to produce bold commitments that address immediate and long-term needs.
  • The foundation's commitment will fund immediate action and long-term initiatives over four years to help smallholder farmers in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia build resilience and food security.

Gates Foundation Calls for Bold and Immediate Action at COP27, Announces New Commitment to Meet the Climate Adaptation Needs of Smallholder Farmers

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Monday, November 7, 2022

The announcement was made by Gates Foundation CEO Mark Suzman at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27).

Key Points: 
  • The announcement was made by Gates Foundation CEO Mark Suzman at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27).
  • "Our commitment will help smallholder farmers adapt today and build resilience for the future.
  • It is essential for this climate summit to produce bold commitments that address immediate and long-term needs.
  • The foundation's commitment will fund immediate action and long-term initiatives over four years to help smallholder farmers in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia build resilience and food security.

AAI seeks global market presence for pet food, packaged human meals with IPO-funded expansion

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Wednesday, November 2, 2022

BANGKOK, Nov 2, 2022 - (ACN Newswire) - Asian Alliance International PCL (AAI) has become the first pet food and packaged human meals producing firm to debut on the Thai bourse on 1 November.

Key Points: 
  • BANGKOK, Nov 2, 2022 - (ACN Newswire) - Asian Alliance International PCL (AAI) has become the first pet food and packaged human meals producing firm to debut on the Thai bourse on 1 November.
  • AAI is focusing on research and development (R&D) to respond to the needs of customers and consumers that are constantly changing.
  • The company will develop a variety of pet food brands of its own to cover the needs of customers in every sub-market segment.
  • After being listed on the SET, AAI will be pursuing a business expansion plan to create continuous growth as follows:
    1.

Global Air Traffic Control Equipment Market Report 2022: Rising Investment in Aviation, the Presence of Multiple Aircraft Fleets, and a Shift Towards Satellite Navigation Driving Growth - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, October 31, 2022

The global air traffic control equipment market is growing at a CAGR of 5.2% during the forecast period.

Key Points: 
  • The global air traffic control equipment market is growing at a CAGR of 5.2% during the forecast period.
  • However, the increase in cyber threats and high costs involved related to air traffic control are the major factors constraints that are hindering the growth of the global air traffic control equipment market.
  • The global air traffic control equipment market is segmented based on types of devices, by applications, and by end-users.
  • The global air traffic control equipment market is analyzed based on the geographical regions that are contributing significantly towards the growth of the market.

Abt Associates Study Finds Apprenticeships Raise Employee Wages, Deliver Positive Employer Returns on Investment

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Thursday, October 27, 2022

ROCKVILLE, Md., Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A six-year study led by Abt Associates of the U.S. Department of Labor's (DOL) American Apprenticeship Initiative (AAI) found that apprentices' wages increased and employers experienced a positive return on investment. AAI apprentices' annual earnings grew by 49 percent, on average, from the year prior to starting the apprenticeship to the year after, rising from $35,408 in the year before the program to about $52,876 one year after program exit. Five years after the end of the apprentice's time in the program, the typical employer experienced an estimated 44.3 percent return on investment—that is, for every dollar invested in the apprentice, the employer ultimately earned $1.44 in benefits.

Key Points: 
  • ROCKVILLE, Md., Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --A six-year study led by Abt Associates of the U.S. Department of Labor's (DOL) American Apprenticeship Initiative (AAI) found that apprentices' wages increased and employers experienced a positive return on investment.
  • It also extended such programs to nontraditional occupations such as manufacturing, information technology, healthcare, finance, transportation, and logistics.
  • Most AAI apprentices completed their programs and reported that they had positive experiences and that the programs prepared them well for their occupations.
  • Abt Associates is a global consulting and research firm that combines data and bold thinking to improve the quality of people's lives.

Ancora Education's Network Schools Recognized by Accreditation Agency with School of Distinction, Excellence in Student Services, and Graduate of the Year Awards

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Monday, October 10, 2022

Our commitment to our students is what drives us," said Bill Nance, CEO of Ancora Education.

Key Points: 
  • Our commitment to our students is what drives us," said Bill Nance, CEO of Ancora Education.
  • To earn the ACCSC School of Distinction Award, schools like STVT-MA demonstrated a commitment to the expectations and rigors of ACCSC accreditation and delivered valuable educational programs for students and graduates.
  • "Through this award, ACCSC recognizes the school's hard work and dedication to promoting student excellence and fostering a school community committed to ACCSC best practices and student achievement.
  • BTI's program was also recognized for its support of the school's mission and enhancement of student achievement outcomes.

Fullstack Academy Joins AWS Authorized Training Partner Program

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Wednesday, September 14, 2022

Fullstack Academy , a national tech education provider, announced today it has joined the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Authorized Training Partner program.

Key Points: 
  • Fullstack Academy , a national tech education provider, announced today it has joined the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Authorized Training Partner program.
  • AWS Training Partners (ATP) are the only organizations that can deliver or offer official AWS Training through their AWS Authorized Instructors (AAI).
  • As an ATP, Fullstack Academy will integrate AWS Training and Certification into several of its existing bootcamp programs.
  • By becoming an AWS Authorized Training Partner, Fullstack Academy is better able to support our students and alumni looking to develop the in-demand skills needed to implement cloud solutions.