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Advent Technologies Announces New VP of Business Development, North America

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Monday, August 30, 2021

Advent Technologies Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADN) (Advent or the Company), an innovation-driven leader in the fuel cell and hydrogen technology space, today announced that Warren Brower will be joining the company as Vice President of Business Development to lead business development and sales across North America.

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  • Advent Technologies Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADN) (Advent or the Company), an innovation-driven leader in the fuel cell and hydrogen technology space, today announced that Warren Brower will be joining the company as Vice President of Business Development to lead business development and sales across North America.
  • Over the past 15 years, Mr. Bower has focused on commercializing cutting-edge technologies for motive applications in the hydrogen and fuel cell markets.
  • Warrens appointment comes at a vital time as we rev up the distribution of our products across world markets, said Advent Chief Marketing Officer Chris Kaskavelis.
  • Advent Technologies Holdings, Inc. is a U.S. corporation that develops, manufactures, and assembles critical components for fuel cells and advanced energy systems in the renewable energy sector.

Constant Aviation, Official Sponsor of the Cleveland National Air Show, To Support U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds

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Monday, August 30, 2021
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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210830005373/en/
    Constant Aviation is the Official Aircraft Maintenance & AOG Support sponsor and provider for the 2021 Cleveland National Air Show at Burke Lakefront Airport (ICAO: KBKL).
  • They also will provide hangar space at their Cleveland Hopkins International Airport facility (ICAO: KCLE) and will provide other support for the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds.
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    Constant Aviation also will provide hangar space at its Cleveland Hopkins International Airport facility (ICAO: KCLE) and will provide other support for the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds .
  • The Cleveland National Air Show is a Labor Day tradition that aviation geeks like my colleagues and I look forward to attending.

Global Military Rotorcraft Market (2021 to 2031) - Players Include Lockheed Martin, Boeing and Airbus Among Others - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, August 30, 2021

The cumulative market for global military rotorcraft is estimated at US$253.1 billion over the forecast period.

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  • The cumulative market for global military rotorcraft is estimated at US$253.1 billion over the forecast period.
  • The Asia-Pacific region is projected to garner a share of 30.2% of the total global military aircraft market during 2021-2031.
  • Countries such as India and China are contributing in significant terms to the growth of the military rotorcraft market in this region.
  • The global military rotorcraft market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 0.38% over the forecast period.

Robert Mehrabian to Resume Role of Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer Upon Retirement of Al Pichelli

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Monday, August 30, 2021

The Board of Directors of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (NYSE:TDY) announced today that Robert Mehrabian will resume the role of Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer upon the retirement of current President and Chief Executive Officer, Al Pichelli, on October 15, 2021.

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  • The Board of Directors of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (NYSE:TDY) announced today that Robert Mehrabian will resume the role of Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer upon the retirement of current President and Chief Executive Officer, Al Pichelli, on October 15, 2021.
  • Al has provided over 40 years of operational leadership and hands-on management, and I want to congratulate and thank Al for his outstanding service and loyalty to Teledyne, said Robert Mehrabian, Executive Chairman.
  • An early champion for acquisitions, Al progressed to lead our Instrumentation and Aerospace businesses, was named Chief Operating Officer in 2015, then served as Teledynes President and later CEO for the past three years.
  • Upon the acquisition of Teledyne FLIR on May 14, 2021, Edwin Roks was promoted to Executive Vice President of Teledyne.

BAE Systems, Inc. Appoints Two New Directors to Its Board

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Friday, August 27, 2021

BAE Systems, Inc. today announced that retired U.S. Air Force General Stephen W. Wilson and former CIA director Gina Haspel have been appointed to its Board of Directors for terms that will run through April 2024.

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  • BAE Systems, Inc. today announced that retired U.S. Air Force General Stephen W. Wilson and former CIA director Gina Haspel have been appointed to its Board of Directors for terms that will run through April 2024.
  • We are extremely fortunate to have Stephen and Gina join our board, said Michael Chertoff, chairman of the Board of BAE Systems, Inc.
  • Wilsons nearly 40-year military career culminated in serving as the 39th vice chief of staff of the U.S. Air Force.
  • A complete list of the Inc. Board of Directors is available on the companys website .

U.S. Army Veteran Wins $100,000 Veteran Homebuyer Giveaway

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Friday, August 27, 2021

Veterans United Home Loans and realtor.com announced that a U.S. Army Veteran has won the $100,000 prize (less tax withholding) in the Stars, Stripes and Summer $100K Veteran Homebuyer Giveaway.

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  • Veterans United Home Loans and realtor.com announced that a U.S. Army Veteran has won the $100,000 prize (less tax withholding) in the Stars, Stripes and Summer $100K Veteran Homebuyer Giveaway.
  • Isabella Eisenherz enlisted in the United States Army in 2006 as a psychological operations specialist, where she specialized in Middle Eastern culture and languages.
  • We are thankful for the opportunity to meet an incredible family whose service and sacrifice both inspire and humble us," said Kris Farmer, chief marketing officer at Veterans United Home Loans and a fellow Army veteran.
  • I am honored that we can help make a dream home a reality for Isabella, her husband, and two children.

Owens Corning Supports Gary Sinise Foundation ‘R.I.S.E.’ Home Built for Wounded Veteran with Donation of PINK Next Gen™ Fiberglas™ Insulation

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Friday, August 27, 2021

With the final reveal on Thursday, the specially adapted, 100% mortgage-free smart home was built by the Gary Sinise Foundations R.I.S.E.

Key Points: 
  • With the final reveal on Thursday, the specially adapted, 100% mortgage-free smart home was built by the Gary Sinise Foundations R.I.S.E.
  • Were honored to help make life better for a wounded veteran benefiting from the Gary Sinise Foundation with a more comfortable, adapted home to help his healing process, said Joe Wagner, Insulation marketing director, Owens Corning.
  • Led by Founder and Chairman Gary Sinises lifelong service and commitment to veterans, the Gary Sinise Foundations R.I.S.E.
  • We are incredibly grateful for the partnership and generous support Owens Corning has provided to the Gary Sinise Foundations R.I.S.E.

Mirion Technologies Delivers First 880 AccuRadTM Personal Radiation Detectors as Part of CWMD’s 5-Year $121 Million Dollar Securing the Cities Initiative

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Friday, August 27, 2021

Mirion expects to deliver a total of 4,001 AccuRad PRDs to support the Securing the Cities initiative in the first year.

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  • Mirion expects to deliver a total of 4,001 AccuRad PRDs to support the Securing the Cities initiative in the first year.
  • Mirion was selected to participate in March of 2021 and delivered the first AccuRad PRD units at the end of June.
  • Mirion Technologies is a leading provider of detection, measurement, analysis and monitoring solutions to the nuclear, defense, medical and research end markets.
  • Mirion is a registered trademark of Mirion Technologies, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the United States and/or other countries.

State of Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker Signs Landmark Legislation Expanding Oral Care Access for Chicago-Area Veterans

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Thursday, August 26, 2021

Governor J.B. Pritzker today signed House Bill 690 into law, which will improve access to high-quality dental care for underserved veterans.

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  • Governor J.B. Pritzker today signed House Bill 690 into law, which will improve access to high-quality dental care for underserved veterans.
  • Aspen Dental will open the oral care center located on Chicagos near West side where dentists from Aspen Dental will be able to care for those in need.
  • The oral care center being built by Aspen Dental Management Inc., in Chicago is expected to open in early 2022.
  • The legislation Ill sign today will expand access to dental care to our veterans and Illinois residents in need, Governor J.B. Pritzker said.

Today is National Women’s Equality Day – A Day to Recognize Equity in the Workplace

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Thursday, August 26, 2021

On Women's Equality Day, and every day that follows, we are committed to creating economic opportunities for military spouses, which is a population that is 92% female.

Key Points: 
  • On Women's Equality Day, and every day that follows, we are committed to creating economic opportunities for military spouses, which is a population that is 92% female.
  • National Womens Equality Day is celebrated each year to recognize the hard work and sacrifice that went into the passing of the 19th Amendment, which gave women the right to vote.
  • In 1971, August 26th was established as National Womens Equality Day.
  • Since then, this annual day of recognition reminds us of the struggles women have faced and continue to face, including in the workplace.