Professional associations

IGEL Ready Technology Partner Program Surpasses 100-Member Milestone; Celebrates One-Year Anniversary

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021
Thin clients, IGEL Technology, Igel, Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society, Login VSI, International Society for the Empirical Study of Literature, Computing, Organizations, Professional associations

"For our mutual channel partners and customers, oneof the key advantages of the IGEL Ready logo is the ability to quickly identify IGEL technology partner products and solutions optimized for IGEL OS as 'ready-to-go'.

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  • "For our mutual channel partners and customers, oneof the key advantages of the IGEL Ready logo is the ability to quickly identify IGEL technology partner products and solutions optimized for IGEL OS as 'ready-to-go'.
  • IGEL is inviting customers, partners, and end-users to experience IGEL Ready first-hand, where the IGEL Ready Partner Pavilion will be showcasing its complete ecosystem of edge computing solutions during the healthcare industry's information and technology event of the year: HIMSS 21 .IGEL and eight IGEL Ready partners ControlUp, eG Innovations, EPOS, Lenovo, LG, Liquidware, Login VSI, and Qumu, will convene during the event in theIGEL Ready Pavilion.On display will be how each partner technology integrates to empower healthcare organizations with innovative and secure edge computing.
  • During the event, IGEL will also host its first IGEL Ready Partner Advisory Meeting where partners will get a glimpse into future plans and strategies for IGEL Ready.
  • To explore the IGEL Ready ecosystem of solutions, visit igel.com/ready .To learn more and start the IGEL Ready application process, visit igel.com/partners/technology-partners/ .

Eaton sees initial success working with Ellevate Network to deploy its in-house corporate squads program

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Monday, July 26, 2021
Professional associations, Organizations, Labor, International Executive Resources Group, Ellevate Network, Mentorship

The partnership provides a continuation and expansion of Ellevate's Corporate Squads Program, a program dedicated to the professional development and networking of their top talent after a successful pilot in Fall, 2020.

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  • The partnership provides a continuation and expansion of Ellevate's Corporate Squads Program, a program dedicated to the professional development and networking of their top talent after a successful pilot in Fall, 2020.
  • Eaton participants will also have full access to the full suite of Ellevate resources, including in-person and virtual leadership roundtables, workshops, mentoring opportunities and more.
  • "We're so pleased to work with Eaton for the second year, especially in an expanded capacity after the success of our Corporate Squads pilot program," said Ellevate Network CEO Kristy Wallace.
  • "Eaton has seen continued success with the Squads program as part of a broader leadership development program through our women's iERG," said Mary Kim Elkins, Senior Vice President, Taxes and executive sponsor of the global women's iERG at Eaton.

Wikimedia COO Janeen Uzzell to Join the National Society of Black Engineers as Chief Executive Officer

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Wednesday, June 30, 2021
Engineering, Manufacturing, Philanthropy, Other Education, Continuing, Training, University, Foundation, Education, Janeen Uzzell, Uzzell, National Society of Black Engineers, Janeen, Science and technology in the United States, Karl W. Reid, Professional associations, Organizations

The National Society of Black Engineers ( NSBE ) has announced the selection of veteran technology executive, engineer, and longtime NSBE member Janeen Uzzell as its chief executive officer, a newly created position for the Society.

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  • The National Society of Black Engineers ( NSBE ) has announced the selection of veteran technology executive, engineer, and longtime NSBE member Janeen Uzzell as its chief executive officer, a newly created position for the Society.
  • Uzzell will replace Charles Thompson III, NSBEs interim CEO since March, who will return to his previous post as NSBEs chief development and marketing officer.
  • Thompsons predecessor, Karl W. Reid, Ed.D., departed NSBE in March, after more than six years as executive director, to join Northeastern University in the newly created position of chief inclusion officer.
  • NSBEs mission is to increase the number of culturally responsible Black engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally and positively impact the community.

Medical Device and Technology Company Lazurite™ to Introduce its ArthroFree™ Wireless Arthroscopic Camera System at AOSSM-AANA Combined Annual Meeting in Nashville, July 7-11

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Wednesday, June 30, 2021
Medical Supplies, Health, Medical devices, Technology, Other Health, Mobile, Wireless, General Health, American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine, Medicine, Health care, Professional associations

(Photo: Business Wire)

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    There will be pre-production demo models of the ArthroFree wireless system available for surgeons and physicians to try out for themselves.
  • We are excited to introduce our ArthroFree wireless camera system at the upcoming AOSSM-AANA event in Nashville, said Eugene Malinskiy, Chief Executive Officer and founder of Lazurite.
  • The ArthroFree system incorporates our proprietary low heat, high intensity Meridiem light engine technology with advanced camera, battery and wireless transmission technologies to create the worlds first fully wireless, minimally invasive camera system for the operating room, Malinskiy said.
  • The ArthroFree wireless arthroscopic camera system has not yet received FDA clearance and is not currently approved for human use.

Project Management Institute President & CEO Sunil Prashara Announces Decision to Step Down

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Saturday, June 26, 2021
Professional services, Consulting, Professional associations, Project Management Institute, Project management, PMI

The Board of Directors of the Project Management Institute (PMI) stated today that Sunil Prashara, President & CEO, will be leaving PMI on December 31, 2021.

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  • The Board of Directors of the Project Management Institute (PMI) stated today that Sunil Prashara, President & CEO, will be leaving PMI on December 31, 2021.
  • It will demand my full attention, which is why I made the difficult decision to step away from PMI.
  • Sunil continued: I am grateful to have had the chance to help develop and advance the Institutes strategy over the past two years.
  • Tony added: The resilience of project management leaders around the world throughout the pandemic has been incredible.

Zonda Media Announces Paul Makovsky as Editor-In-Chief of ARCHITECT

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Friday, June 18, 2021
Architecture, Magazines, American Institute of Architects, Architectural firm, Cision, Zonda, Makovsky, Architect, Professional associations

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., June 18, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Zonda Media, previously Hanley Wood, today appointed Paul Makovsky as editor-in-chief for ARCHITECT, the Journal of the American Institute of Architects (AIA).

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  • NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., June 18, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Zonda Media, previously Hanley Wood, today appointed Paul Makovsky as editor-in-chief for ARCHITECT, the Journal of the American Institute of Architects (AIA).
  • Makovsky most recently served as Consultant of Product Development and Strategic Content for multiple architectural firms and product manufacturers.
  • "I'm excited to be given the chance to work with the excellent team at ARCHITECT and Zonda," said Makovsky.
  • -Engaging Network: ARCHITECT proudly provides the industry with thought-provoking content through its Architect Podcast Network and ARCHITECT Newswire and ARCHITECT Weekly.

Actuaries Climate Index Down Slightly in Latest Five-Year Average

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Tuesday, June 8, 2021
Academic disciplines, Professional associations, Articles, Society of Actuaries, Actuary, Actuarial science, Canadian Institute of Actuaries, American Academy of Actuaries, Casualty Actuarial Society, International Actuarial Association, Society of Actuaries in Ireland

WASHINGTON, ARLINGTON, Va., SCHAUMBURG, Ill. and OTTAWA, June 08, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The five-year moving average of the Actuaries Climate Index ( actuariesclimateindex.org ) fell for the first time since 2017, according to the latest data release that includes fall 2020.

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  • WASHINGTON, ARLINGTON, Va., SCHAUMBURG, Ill. and OTTAWA, June 08, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The five-year moving average of the Actuaries Climate Index ( actuariesclimateindex.org ) fell for the first time since 2017, according to the latest data release that includes fall 2020.
  • The five-year moving average now sits at 1.22 relative to an average of zero during the 19611990 reference period.
  • The Actuaries Climate Index is based on analysis of seasonal data from neutral, scientific sources for six index components collected since 1961.
  • The index, sponsored by the American Academy of Actuaries, the Canadian Institute of Actuaries, the Casualty Actuarial Society, and the Society of Actuaries, is designed to provide actuaries, public policymakers, and the general public with objective data about changes in the frequency of extreme climate conditions over recent decades.

OFC 2021 Connects Industry to the Game-Changing Technologies and Experts Driving Optical Communications and Networking Innovations

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Thursday, June 3, 2021
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Organizations, IEEE Communications Society, Optics, The Optical Society, Professional associations, IEEE Photonics Society, IEEE Cloud Computing, Rod C. Alferness

WASHINGTON, June 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Major industry trends in edge technologies, data center and telecom applications and other networking solutions will drive panel discussions and technical presentations at OFC 2021 .

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  • WASHINGTON, June 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Major industry trends in edge technologies, data center and telecom applications and other networking solutions will drive panel discussions and technical presentations at OFC 2021 .
  • The courses, taught by highly regarded industry experts, cover a broad range of areas at various educational levels.
  • The 2021 Optical Fiber Communication Conference and Exhibition (OFC) is the premier conference and exhibition for optical communications and networking professionals.
  • OFC is co-sponsored by IEEE Communications Society (IEEE/ComSoc), IEEE Photonics Society, The Optical Society (OSA) and managed by OSA.

Parsons Awarded $27 Million Contract By Georgia Department of Transportation To Improve I-285/I-20 East Interchange

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Wednesday, May 19, 2021
College Park, Georgia, Sandy Springs, Georgia, Doraville, Georgia, Dunwoody, Georgia, Interstate 285, Interstate 20 in Georgia, Parsons Corporation, Georgia Department of Transportation, LinkedIn, Companies, Professional associations, Economy of the United States

b'CENTREVILLE, Va., May 19, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Parsons Corporation (NYSE: PSN) announced today that the company was awarded a change order by the Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) to continue serving as the owner\xe2\x80\x99s representative and general engineering consultant for the I-285/I-20 East Interchange reconstruction.

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  • b'CENTREVILLE, Va., May 19, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Parsons Corporation (NYSE: PSN) announced today that the company was awarded a change order by the Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) to continue serving as the owner\xe2\x80\x99s representative and general engineering consultant for the I-285/I-20 East Interchange reconstruction.
  • \xe2\x80\x9cAs we become more interconnected, we implement best practices to address environmental risk as part of our corporate ESG strategy.
  • Parsons has supported this program for four years as part of the I-285/I-20 East Interchange reconstruction general engineering services contract.
  • Please visit parsons.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook to learn how we\xe2\x80\x99re making an impact.\n'

AIA EVP/Chief Executive Officer Robert Ivy, FAIA, to retire in December 2021

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Monday, May 3, 2021
Architecture, Architecture of the United States, Fellow of the American Institute of Architects, Architect, Professional associations, American Institute of Architects

"He will leave behind a legacy that has enhanced the standing of architects and laid the foundation that is critical to creating a more welcoming and inclusive profession for the future.

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  • "He will leave behind a legacy that has enhanced the standing of architects and laid the foundation that is critical to creating a more welcoming and inclusive profession for the future.
  • Consequently, AIA created a Manufacturer\'s Council, in collaboration with leading building product manufacturers, to improve the communication between designers and manufacturers.
  • A search committee has also been formed, which will be chaired by AIA 2020 President Jane Frederick, FAIA.
  • Additional information about the search will be forthcoming in the near future.\n'