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Bowman Welcomes David Stickles, RPLS, PSM, PLS, to Expand Company’s Public Sector Geospatial Portfolio

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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Based out of Bowman’s Plano, TX office, he will focus on securing government and public sector contracts across Bowman’s 90+ locations throughout the United States.

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  • Based out of Bowman’s Plano, TX office, he will focus on securing government and public sector contracts across Bowman’s 90+ locations throughout the United States.
  • “My goal is to build upon Bowman’s reputation to secure its position as a leading service provider in the public sector,” said Stickles.
  • The recent Surdex acquisition adds a service that makes Bowman unique in its ability to provide comprehensive end-to-end solutions at all altitudes and resolutions.
  • “David's appointment holds strategic significance in enhancing Bowman’s reputation as a top-tier geospatial services provider,” said Aaron McMillan, vice president of geospatial at Bowman.

TEDCO announces new appointments for Maryland Venture Fund Authority

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023
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COLUMBIA, Md., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TEDCO, Maryland's economic engine for technology companies, announced the FY24 Maryland Venture Fund Authority ("Authority") members, including new appointees Vishal Amin, Ricardo Alvarado and Bei Ma.

Key Points: 
  • COLUMBIA, Md., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TEDCO , Maryland's economic engine for technology companies, announced the FY24 Maryland Venture Fund Authority ("Authority") members, including new appointees Vishal Amin, Ricardo Alvarado and Bei Ma.
  • "TEDCO is excited to welcome these new members to the Maryland Venture Fund Authority," said Jack Miner , TEDCO's chief investment officer.
  • Winsky continues to sit on the board of directors of the Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA), Service Coordination, Inc., the Maryland School for the Blind, the Maryland Innovation Initiative, Maryland E-Nnovation Initiative Fund and Maryland Venture Fund Authorities.
  • For more information about the Authority and to access the applications for these TEDCO investment funds, please visit www.tedcomd.com .

Bluehost Announces Second Annual Global Hunt for the Top WordPress Creators

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023
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JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bluehost, one of the largest WordPress hosting providers in the world, announced that applications are open for its second annual Bluehost Creators Awards global contest. The awards seek to recognize and honor the talent and effort of creators spanning the spectrum from business owners, bloggers, self-creators and students to creative professionals such as web developers, web designers, and digital marketing agencies serving enterprises.

Key Points: 
  • JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bluehost , one of the largest WordPress hosting providers in the world, announced that applications are open for its second annual Bluehost Creators Awards global contest.
  • From the global entries, 20 candidates will make the defining list of the best WordPress creators, broken down into two categories — Creative Web Professionals (web designers/developers) and Self Creators (small business owners, bloggers, students).
  • "The Bluehost Creators Awards gives us an incredible opportunity to celebrate innovative WordPress creators and professionals—recognizing those who have created websites, projects or tools on WordPress and rewarding their success," said Kevin Walker, SVP of Marketing at Newfold Digital, parent company of Bluehost.
  • The Bluehost Creators Awards is in its second year of globally recognizing top WordPress creators who are breaking ground with creativity, innovation, and future-proof ideas.

moovel Partners with Metropia to be their Exclusive MaaS Solutions Distributor in North America

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Monday, April 24, 2023
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moovel is a leader in innovation for transit fare collection and ticketing solutions in North America and has been providing quality fare collection experience for over a decade with transit clients and partner companies.

Key Points: 
  • moovel is a leader in innovation for transit fare collection and ticketing solutions in North America and has been providing quality fare collection experience for over a decade with transit clients and partner companies.
  • moovel was the first company to launch smart card emulation on a mobile device, using both Apple and Google wallet applications, in North America with TriMet in Portland, Oregon.
  • Metropia's innovative Maas solution is currently powering the TxDOT Houston District ConnectSmart and Taiwan's Ministry of Transportation (MOTC) national MaaS programs.
  • To learn more about Metropia its innovative technology and deployments visit metropia.com
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Parsons Serves as Lead Designer for New American Legion Bridge I-270 Traffic Relief Plan

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Monday, October 17, 2022
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CENTREVILLE, Va., Oct. 17, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Parsons Corporation (NYSE: PSN) announced today that the company will serve as lead designer and subconsultant to the construction joint venture led by Tutor Perini Corporation (NYSE: TPC) that has been selected by Accelerate Maryland Partners to design and construct Phase 1 South of the New American Legion Bridge I-270 Traffic Relief Plan.

Key Points: 
  • CENTREVILLE, Va., Oct. 17, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Parsons Corporation (NYSE: PSN) announced today that the company will serve as lead designer and subconsultant to the construction joint venture led by Tutor Perini Corporation (NYSE: TPC) that has been selected by Accelerate Maryland Partners to design and construct Phase 1 South of the New American Legion Bridge I-270 Traffic Relief Plan.
  • This contract represents new work for Parsons.
  • Phase 1 South of the New American Legion Bridge I-270 Traffic Relief Plan includes improvements for approximately 14 miles of heavily traveled highway.
  • To learn more about Parsons bridge expertise, visit www.Parsons.com/bridge/ .

CARFAX BUILT SEARCH TOOL IDENTIFIES TENS OF MILLIONS OF OPEN RECALLS NATIONWIDE

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Monday, September 12, 2022
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CENTREVILLE, Va., Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- More than 2 billion vehicle checks have now been completed using a search tool designed to raise consumer awareness about open recalls. The Vehicle Recall Search Service (VRSS) has identified 29 million vehicles on the road with an open recall since it was launched in March 2018.

Key Points: 
  • The Vehicle Recall Search Service (VRSS) has identified 29 million vehicles on the road with an open recall since it was launched in March 2018.
  • Through our partnership with CARFAX, we've now checked more than 2 billion vehicles and identified millions of cars and trucks eligible for a repair.
  • The recall search tool bolsters efforts by automakers to improve safety by informing the public about open recalls.
  • The expert in vehicle history since 1984, CARFAX provides exclusive services like CARFAX Used Car Listings , CARFAX Car Care , CARFAX History-Based Value and the flagship CARFAX Vehicle History Report to consumers and the automotive industry.

Fast Enterprises Launches 500th Software Rollout With Maryland Mobile Driver Licenses

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Wednesday, July 27, 2022
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GLEN BURNIE, Md., July 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fast Enterprises (FAST), a Colorado-based government technology consulting firm, assisted the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) in implementing mobile driver licenses (mDLs) in May, giving Marylanders the ability to store digital licenses right in their phones' built-in wallets.

Key Points: 
  • GLEN BURNIE, Md., July 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fast Enterprises (FAST), a Colorado-based government technology consulting firm, assisted the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) in implementing mobile driver licenses (mDLs) in May, giving Marylanders the ability to store digital licenses right in their phones' built-in wallets.
  • This cutting-edge feat represents FAST's 500th software rollout in its 25-year history.
  • Each of FAST's 500 rollouts that is, software launches and version upgrades has been completed on time and on budget.
  • Residents with certain mobile devices can access digital versions of their licenses without the need for a third-party service or app download.

InterPro Grows Q2 Bookings, Named One of 10 IBM Solution Providers to Watch in 2022

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Tuesday, July 12, 2022
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In Q2, InterPro improved year-over-year bookings by over 13 percent as compared to Q2 2021, and more than 50 percent over Q1 2022.

Key Points: 
  • In Q2, InterPro improved year-over-year bookings by over 13 percent as compared to Q2 2021, and more than 50 percent over Q1 2022.
  • Over the period, InterPro added a number of innovative organizations to its client list, including a major theme park and an Ivy League medical school.
  • In April, InterPro announced it was selected by CIOCoverage to its list of 10 IBM Solution Providers to Watch in 2022.
  • Its 10 IBM Solution Providers to Watch in 2022 Special Edition highlights a select list of IBM business partners that are leading that digital advancement.

National Sleep Foundation Announces New Board of Directors

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Tuesday, July 5, 2022
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WASHINGTON, July 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Effective July 1, Temitayo Oyegbile-Chidi, MD, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Neurology, at UC Davis, and Adjunct Professor, Department of Neurology, at Georgetown University Hospital will serve as Chair of the Board of Directors for the National Sleep Foundation (NSF). As Chair of the National Sleep Foundation, Dr. Oyegbile-Chidi will lead a Board of Directors composed of clinicians, researchers, and business professionals.

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  • As Chair of the National Sleep Foundation, Dr. Oyegbile-Chidi will lead a Board of Directors composed of clinicians, researchers, and business professionals.
  • Temitayo Oyegbile-Chidi, MD, PhD, will serve as Chair of the Board of Directors for the National Sleep Foundation.
  • "Dr. Oyegbile-Chidi has expertise in multiple topics includingneurology, sleep disorders, epilepsy, and younger populations which will help NSF continue its work to improve sleep health for all," said John Lopos, National Sleep Foundation CEO.
  • The National Sleep Foundation (NSF) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit corporation dedicated to improving health and well-being through sleep education and advocacy.

Multipronged anti-speeding effort succeeds in slowing traffic

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Thursday, June 9, 2022
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The three organizations partnered to fund and evaluate comprehensive speed management pilot programs in one rural and one urban location.

Key Points: 
  • The three organizations partnered to fund and evaluate comprehensive speed management pilot programs in one rural and one urban location.
  • Road deaths have been climbing, and more than a quarter of them are connected to speeding, says IIHS President David Harkey.
  • In July 2021, the lanes were narrowed by doubling the width of the painted edge and center lines to 10 inches to help slow traffic.
  • GHSA provides leadership and representation for the states and territories to improve traffic safety, influence national policy, enhance program management and promote best practices.