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Vanir Announces the Promotion of Jerry Avalos To the Position of President

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Saturday, March 9, 2024

SACRAMENTO, Calif., March 9, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- We are pleased to announce the appointment of Jerry Avalos as President of Vanir. He brings 25 years of service and positive bottom-line results to the firm and over 30 years of experience in the construction industry. He is a trained civil engineer with a degree from California Polytechnic State University and a military background having also served in the Navy.

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  • Vanir, a national leader in program, project and construction management and real estate development, has appointed Jerry Avalos as President.
  • SACRAMENTO, Calif., March 9, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- We are pleased to announce the appointment of Jerry Avalos as President of Vanir.
  • As the son of hard-working immigrant parents from Mexico, Avalos learned the importance of a strong work ethic early on in life.
  • Outside of work and community activities, Avalos enjoys outdoor activities with his family including hiking and camping.

Join the Navy SEAL Foundation for a Special Evening of Tribute

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Saturday, March 9, 2024

DALLAS, March 9, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Navy SEAL Foundation (NSF) is thrilled to announce the second annual NSF Dallas-Fort Worth Evening of Tribute, scheduled for Thursday, April 25, 2024, at 6:00 pm Central Time. Proceeds from this extraordinary event will help support the Foundation's specially tailored programs for the Naval Special Warfare (NSW) community and its families.

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  • The Navy SEAL Foundation announces its second annual Dallas-Fort Worth Evening of Tribute to be held on April 25, 2024, at 6:00 pm Central Time
    DALLAS, March 9, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Navy SEAL Foundation (NSF) is thrilled to announce the second annual NSF Dallas-Fort Worth Evening of Tribute, scheduled for Thursday, April 25, 2024, at 6:00 pm Central Time.
  • Proceeds from this extraordinary event will help support the Foundation's specially tailored programs for the Naval Special Warfare (NSW) community and its families.
  • For more information or to speak with the Navy SEAL Foundation's regional development director, Erin Machina, please call 469-629-1189 or email [email protected] .
  • Join NSF in Dallas and honor and support our most elite warriors, their families, and the families of our fallen heroes.

Navy SEAL Foundation Raises Nearly $6,000,000, Salutes Award Honorees at Annual NYC Benefit Dinner

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Friday, March 8, 2024

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va., March 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Navy SEAL Foundation (NSF), a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing critical support for the warriors, veterans, and families of Naval Special Warfare (NSW), hosted its largest benefit event of the year, both in fundraising and attendance, on Thursday at the NYC Marriott Marquis. More than 1,100 guests attended the annual New York City dinner, which raised nearly $6,000,000 for life-changing support and resources for the Navy SEAL community. The Foundation also honored recipients of its prestigious NSF Patriot and Fire in the Gut awards while recognizing generous donors who allow NSF to offer crucial care and programs.

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  • More than 1,100 guests attended the annual New York City dinner, which raised nearly $6,000,000 for life-changing support and resources for the Navy SEAL community.
  • "The sacrifices made by the Navy SEAL community to protect our freedoms are immeasurable," said Doug Petno, Co-CEO of Global Banking.
  • "We're deeply grateful for the unwavering support of our partners and donors, whose contributions are the cornerstone of the assistance we provide the Navy SEAL community," said Robin King, CEO of the Navy SEAL Foundation.
  • The Navy SEAL Foundation provides more than thirty essential programs supporting the NSW community and those transitioning to careers in the civilian sector.

Harvest Snaps Rebrands Selects to Crunchy Puffs

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

FAIRFIELD, Calif., March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Calbee's Harvest Snaps, is bringing a new name, look and feel to its puffed navy bean snacks, originally called Selects. Introducing Harvest Snaps Crunchy Puffs, which deliver bold flavor and adventurous crunch in every sweet or savory bite. Three lip-smacking varieties include: sweet and tangy Honey Dijon (the perfect pairing), zesty Loaded Taco (where taco seasoning, cheddar cheese and sour cream come together!), and creamy yet spicy White Cheddar Jalapeno. Baked to an epic crunch (this is a no fry zone!), each is packed with plant protein and fiber in every satisfying serving thanks to farm-picked navy beans being the #1 ingredient.

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  • FAIRFIELD, Calif., March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Calbee's Harvest Snaps, is bringing a new name, look and feel to its puffed navy bean snacks, originally called Selects.
  • Introducing Harvest Snaps Crunchy Puffs, which deliver bold flavor and adventurous crunch in every sweet or savory bite.
  • Harvest Snaps Selects simply needed a name that better communicated what the products are all about and a package that would help people to feel that at first glance.
  • Sold in 4.2oz bags, Harvest Snaps Crunchy Puffs are now available for retailers nationwide to carry for an SRP of $4.99.

Survivor of Grizzly Bear Attack in Big Sky, Montana Shares Story

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024

BIG SKY, Mont., March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Outlaw Partners and Hey Bear, in conjunction with Explore Big Sky's Hoary Marmot podcast, recently shared an exclusive interview with grizzly bear attack survivor, Rudy Noorlander, a 61-year-old Navy veteran and owner of Alpine Adventures, a snowmobile and ATV rental company in Big Sky, Montana. On September 8, 2023, Noorlander was attacked by a grizzly bear when helping two experienced hunters who rented side-by-sides from his company track down a mule deer they shot in the area. All three were carrying bear spray and guns. (Watch grizzly attack survivor interview here).

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  • BIG SKY, Mont., March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Outlaw Partners and Hey Bear, in conjunction with Explore Big Sky's Hoary Marmot podcast , recently shared an exclusive interview with grizzly bear attack survivor, Rudy Noorlander, a 61-year-old Navy veteran and owner of Alpine Adventures, a snowmobile and ATV rental company in Big Sky, Montana.
  • ( Watch grizzly attack survivor interview here ).
  • We want the information we provide to be a tool in learning how to be bear aware and staying safe in bear country."
  • To find out more about bear awareness and how to be more prepared for bear encounters while exploring in bear country, visit www.heybear.com .

100+ Clean Energy Leaders Convene at the First-Ever Clean Energy Business and Innovation Week in Washington, DC

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

HONOLULU, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Elemental Excelerator, a nonprofit investor focused on scaling climate technology for deep community impact, is partnering with Ceres, Climate Power, and other supporting partners to bring more than 100 leading entrepreneurs, mission-driven funders and policymakers together for the first-ever Clean Energy Business and Innovation Week.

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  • "These business leaders understand the profound opportunity created by the IRA and are eager to uplift success stories about local economic benefits, job creation and cost savings for families."
  • Clean Energy Business and Innovation Week aims to shed light on the significant progress companies are making to deploy climate solutions in partnership with communities.
  • It will also lift up the financial and policy innovation needed to increase necessary private funding into the sector.
  • To explore further on clean energy investments and job growth nationwide, check out Climate Power's latest State of the Clean Energy Jobs Boom Report .

Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center (IMEC) Launches Supply Chain Mapping Effort in Collaboration with BlueForge Alliance and the Illinois Manufacturers' Association (IMA)

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

CHICAGO, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- We're excited to announce a new collaboration between the Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center (IMEC), BlueForge Alliance (BFA), and the Illinois Manufacturers' Association (IMA).

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  • CHICAGO, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- We're excited to announce a new collaboration between the Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center (IMEC), BlueForge Alliance (BFA), and the Illinois Manufacturers' Association (IMA).
  • Together, we're launching a supply chain mapping initiative aimed at supporting submarine industrial base suppliers.
  • Our goal is simple: understand and meet the specific needs of these suppliers to strengthen the defense supply chain.
  • The portal has helped to spread the outstanding work done by Illinois manufacturers across the country, strengthening United States supply chains as a whole.

SERGEANT ANNOUNCES RAY "CASH" CARE AS GLOBAL BRAND AMBASSADOR

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Monday, March 4, 2024

NEW YORK, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SERGEANT LLC, today announced that U.S. Navy SEAL Veteran and motivational speaker Ray "Cash" Care has been named a Global Brand Ambassador.  Mr. Care joins SERGEANT at an exciting time of growth for the company as it prepares to launch an expanded product line of tactical, outdoor, and survival gear with a new cross-platform advertising campaign reaching service members, law enforcement, first responders, adventurers, and outdoor enthusiasts across the U.S. The new campaign will drive omni-channel revenue with a key focus on direct-to-consumer (DTC) sales generated from the company's newly relaunched ecommerce consumer website at SergeantUSA.com.

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  • NEW YORK, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SERGEANT LLC, today announced that U.S. Navy SEAL Veteran and motivational speaker Ray "Cash" Care has been named a Global Brand Ambassador.
  • "I have always set the bar high for myself with everything that I do, and that is why I was drawn to the SERGEANT brand and their mission.
  • Ray is the perfect fit for SERGEANT as Global Brand Ambassador and we are very excited to welcome him to our team."
  • As Global Brand Ambassador, Mr. Care will be the face of the SERGEANT brand and products and will be featured across the full marketing mix including online, in-store, and in advertising campaigns.

Consolidated Laser Technologies Completes U.S. Navy Contract

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

MOORESVILLE, N.C., Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Consolidated Laser Technologies (CLT), a Mooresville, North Carolina-based startup defense company, announced this week the completion of its work on the U.S. Navy's emergent technology designed to improve maintenance in underwater environments.

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  • MOORESVILLE, N.C., Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Consolidated Laser Technologies (CLT), a Mooresville, North Carolina-based startup defense company, announced this week the completion of its work on the U.S. Navy's emergent technology designed to improve maintenance in underwater environments.
  • The $500,000 contract – CLT's first – was awarded in September 2023 and employed the U.S. Navy's novel ultra short pulse laser (USPL) surface preparation technology to assess the capability as an enhanced surface preparation tool on sensor cable connectors in subsurface environments.
  • "The group shares common goals intending to increase efficiency in new builds, reduce manpower-intensive maintenance, and increase the longevity of our Navy's assets and their critical components."
  • The effort was funded and supported by the U.S. Navy's Submarine Industrial Base (SIB), the Shipbuilding Industrial Base Task Force (SIB-TF), and BlueForge Alliance (BFA).

NASA Honors Life of Former Administrator, Astronaut Richard Truly

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

WASHINGTON, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The following is a statement from NASA Administrator Bill Nelson on former NASA Administrator and astronaut Richard Truly, who passed away Feb. 27, 2024, at his home in Genesee, Colorado, at the age of 86.

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  • WASHINGTON, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The following is a statement from NASA Administrator Bill Nelson on former NASA Administrator and astronaut Richard Truly, who passed away Feb. 27, 2024, at his home in Genesee, Colorado, at the age of 86.
  • "NASA is the place it is today because of people of character, vision, and a spirit of service – people like the great man we lost Feb. 27, former NASA administrator, associate administrator, and astronaut Richard Truly.
  • "As an astronaut, Richard was part of the crew for the Approach and Landing Tests of the space shuttle Enterprise.
  • "As associate administrator, after the Challenger crisis, Richard brought NASA to its first liftoff and return to flight.