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Faith Varwig Joins Alcatraz AI Advisory Board, Shaping the Future of Airports with Cutting-Edge Access Control Security and Frictionless Experiences

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Thursday, July 20, 2023

CUPERTINO, Calif., July 20, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Alcatraz AI, a global leader in autonomous access control solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Faith Varwig to its advisory board. Faith brings with her a wealth of experience in aviation security and technology planning and design, making her a valuable addition to the Alcatraz AI team. Her expertise will help drive the company's mission of creating highly secure yet frictionless environments through innovative access control solutions.

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  • Faith Varwig Joins Alcatraz AI Advisory Board, Shaping the Future of Airports with Cutting-Edge Access Control Security and Frictionless Experiences
    CUPERTINO, Calif., July 20, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Alcatraz AI, a global leader in autonomous access control solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Faith Varwig to its advisory board.
  • Her expertise will help drive the company's mission of creating highly secure yet frictionless environments through innovative access control solutions.
  • "Alcatraz AI is excited to welcome Faith Varwig to our advisory board, marking a significant milestone in our mission to revolutionize airport access control security," said Tina D'Agostin, CEO of Alcatraz AI.
  • By harnessing advanced algorithms and deep neural networks, Alcatraz AI's autonomous access control solution enhances security creating safe spaces.

luis vidal + architects Appoints Andrew Kirchhoff as Principal & Airports Leader, North America

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Friday, June 23, 2023

MIAMI,  June 23, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- luis vidal + architects, a leading award-winning architectural firm renowned for its expertise in transportation design, is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrew Kirchhoff as principal & airports leader, North America. Kirchhoff brings 24 years of airport planning and development experience and a dynamic approach to the firm. 

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  • MIAMI, June 23, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- luis vidal + architects , a leading award-winning architectural firm renowned for its expertise in transportation design, is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrew Kirchhoff as principal & airports leader, North America.
  • "We are delighted to welcome Andrew Kirchhoff to our team at luis vidal + architects," stated Luis Vidal, president and founding partner of luis vidal + architects.
  • "I am thrilled to be joining luis vidal + architects, a firm known for its commitment to innovation and design excellence," expressed Andrew Kirchhoff.
  • Kirchhoff's appointment reinforces luis vidal + architects' dedication to delivering exceptional architectural solutions in the North American market.

Andrew Foden, PhD, joins HNTB's national bridge practice

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Wednesday, January 25, 2023

LAWRENCEVILLE, N.J., Jan. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Andrew Foden, PhD, PE has joined HNTB as national bridge practice consultant and vice president. Based in Lawrenceville, New Jersey, Foden is a known leader and expert in all aspects of bridge design, evaluation, rehabilitation, testing and analysis on bridge projects from conception to construction. He has a particular strength and expertise in the use and application of ultra-high-performance concrete. Recently, he was the lead subject matter expert for the UHPC overlay project currently underway on the Delaware Memorial Bridge. This is the first application in the world of this technology on a suspension bridge. When completed, it will set a record in the United States for the largest use of UHPC on a single project.

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  • LAWRENCEVILLE, N.J., Jan. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Andrew Foden, PhD, PE has joined HNTB as national bridge practice consultant and vice president.
  • Recently, he was the lead subject matter expert for the UHPC overlay project currently underway on the Delaware Memorial Bridge.
  • "Andrew has an extensive career in structural engineering and proven expertise in developing innovative approaches to complex bridges across the nation," said Ted Zoli, HNTB senior vice president and national bridge practice consultant.
  • "We are fortunate to add Andrew to our bridge team and know that his unique skills and knowledge of bridge technology will be an added benefit for our clients."

Former KDOT Secretary Julie Lorenz Joins 1898 & Co. to Help Lead Critical Infrastructure Clients Through Transformative Times

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Thursday, January 19, 2023

With more than 25 years of experience, she is recognized as a national leader in policy development, collaboration and scenario planning.

Key Points: 
  • With more than 25 years of experience, she is recognized as a national leader in policy development, collaboration and scenario planning.
  • She will lead an industry transformation in critical infrastructure, advancing the industry to a more successful future."
  • This includes consulting on Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) deployment across infrastructure sectors.
  • "Working with the private sector and our KDOT team, I helped rebuild aged infrastructure and modernize how we deliver transportation," Lorenz says.

StreetLight Launches First Ever 'EV Mode' Analytics for Electric Vehicle Travel and Infrastructure Across the U.S.

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Tuesday, January 10, 2023

SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- StreetLight Data, Inc. (StreetLight), the Big Data company providing insights into how people, goods, and services move, today announced EV Mode, the first ever mobility analytics offering to reveal the full picture of Electric Vehicle (EV) movement across the U.S.

Key Points: 
  • EV Mode offers critical insights to help power the buildout of transportation infrastructure and reduce greenhouse gas emissions from transportation.
  • In addition to delivering the first comprehensive EV mobility metrics, EV Mode answers many of the central questions key to informing the useful, economical, and equitable buildout of EV infrastructure.
  • (Origin-Destination metric)
    How do local, regional, or national EV driving behaviors differ from those of gas vehicles?
  • "I got into the business of better understanding transportation through my work in supporting EVs.

HNTB Corporation names Michelle Dippel president of Western Region

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Monday, November 14, 2022

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- HNTB's Michelle Dippel has been named president of the firm's Western Region, overseeing vital and complex infrastructure programs in growth markets in 13 states. She will be based in the firm's downtown Los Angeles office.

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  • Dippel leads operations of fast-growing West and Northwest Divisions, including 10 offices in 13 states
    LOS ANGELES, Nov. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- HNTB's Michelle Dippel has been named president of the firm's Western Region, overseeing vital and complex infrastructure programs in growth markets in 13 states.
  • "The Western Region, with its enormous market opportunities, is a critical contributor to HNTB's ongoing success," said Dippel.
  • As Western Region president, Dippel is responsible for leading operations and strategic planning in California, Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, Hawaii, Alaska, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Utah, Wyoming and Colorado and overseeing 10 offices, numerous field offices and more than 800 professionals.
  • Dippel succeeds John Friel, PE, who will transition to a new part-time role as senior project executive.

Michael Baker International Names Nathan Kebede, P.E., as National Practice Lead of National Pavement Services

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Monday, October 31, 2022

PITTSBURGH, Oct. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Michael Baker International, a global leader in engineering, planning and consulting services, today announced that Nathan Kebede, P.E., has joined the firm as National Practice Lead of National Pavement Services. Michael Baker provides a full range of pavement engineering and management services using technology-based approaches for complete pavement data collection, assessment, design and implementation of pavement management systems. In the newly created position of National Practice Lead of National Pavement Services, Mr. Kebede will collaborate across the organization to identify opportunities where the firm can provide pavement data collection and pavement management consulting services to local, regional, state and federal agencies, and lead the team's work to deliver for clients.

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  • Industry veteran to lead firm's full range of pavement inventory, analysis and management services
    PITTSBURGH, Oct. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Michael Baker International , a global leader in engineering, planning and consulting services, today announced that Nathan Kebede, P.E., has joined the firm as National Practice Lead of National Pavement Services.
  • Michael Baker provides a full range of pavement engineering and management services using technology-based approaches for complete pavement data collection, assessment, design and implementation of pavement management systems.
  • In the newly created position of National Practice Lead of National Pavement Services, Mr. Kebede will collaborate across the organization to identify opportunities where the firm can provide pavement data collection and pavement management consulting services to local, regional, state and federal agencies, and lead the team's work to deliver for clients.
  • "Nathan is passionate about advancements in pavement inspection technologies and the utilization of pavement management systems for increasingly optimized and informed decision-making," said Dan Kieny, President, Consulting and Technology Solutions (CTS) at Michael Baker International.

Getaround and GO Partner to Launch Lucrative Carsharing Host Incentive Rebates

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Tuesday, September 13, 2022

Every current and new Getaround carsharing host who signs up on GO is eligible for a per-car rebate equivalent to 100% of the first months subscription cost.

Key Points: 
  • Every current and new Getaround carsharing host who signs up on GO is eligible for a per-car rebate equivalent to 100% of the first months subscription cost.
  • Getarounds partnership with GO provides our hosts a huge cost savings opportunity and a great entry point to scale their carsharing businesses, said Sy Fahimi, COO of Getaround.
  • On May 11, 2022, Getaround announced its entry into a definitive business combination agreement with InterPrivate II Acquisition Corp. (NYSE: IPVA).
  • Neither Getaround nor InterPrivate gives any assurance that either Getaround or InterPrivate will achieve its expectations.

ARA Hires Erin Flanigan, P.E., PMP | Transportation Operations and Safety

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Monday, June 13, 2022

Washington DC, June 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Erin Flanigan, P.E., PMP has joined Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) as a principal for Transportation Operations and Safety.

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  • Washington DC, June 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Erin Flanigan, P.E., PMP has joined Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) as a principal for Transportation Operations and Safety.
  • In this role, she will support clients nationwide in the advancement of transportation systems management and operations (TSMO), safety, emerging technologies, and infrastructure.
  • Flanigan joins ARA from another consulting firm where she served as vice president and Program Manager overseeing Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Office of Operations and Office of Safety contracts.
  • We have a broad range of technical expertise including transportation infrastructure, operations, and safety.

Texas Regional Bank to Open New Location in Houston - Memorial City

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Monday, September 27, 2021

HOUSTON, Sept. 27, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Texas Regional Bank (TRB) is pleased to announce a major expansion into the Houston market with a banking center located at 9821 Katy Freeway, Suite 101, Houston, TX 77024.

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  • HOUSTON, Sept. 27, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Texas Regional Bank (TRB) is pleased to announce a major expansion into the Houston market with a banking center located at 9821 Katy Freeway, Suite 101, Houston, TX 77024.
  • In Houston, TRB found two bankers who fit with the bank's organization and culture, Gregg Booth and Lewis Gissel.
  • Booth and Gissel worked together previously at Texas Commerce Bank in Houston, where they supported the banking needs of family-owned businesses in the finance franchise industry.
  • Most recently, Booth served as a Regional President and Advisory Director for community banking in his South Texas hometown.