Public affairs

Fuel Retailer Statement on Minnesota and Iowa National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Program Request for Proposals

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Thursday, February 1, 2024

The following statement can be attributed to Tiffany Wlazlowski Neuman, Vice President of Public Affairs for NATSO.

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  • The following statement can be attributed to Tiffany Wlazlowski Neuman, Vice President of Public Affairs for NATSO.
  • "As national trade associations, we generally refrain from engaging in state advocacy initiatives.
  • But we have serious concerns that the NEVI proposals put forth in Minnesota and Iowa will jeopardize private sector participation in a program that was clearly intended to kick start a cohesive, national charging network.
  • We have the locations, transparent pricing, security, and amenities that drivers have come to expect when they refuel.

MPA Program Celebrates 50th Anniversary at College of Law and Public Service

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

LA VERNE, Calif., Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The University of La Verne is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its Master of Public Administration (MPA) program within the College of Law and Public Service this year. The program has become a beacon of excellence in public administration education across Southern California and beyond.

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  • The University of La Verne is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its Master of Public Administration (MPA) program.
  • LA VERNE, Calif., Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The University of La Verne is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its Master of Public Administration (MPA) program within the College of Law and Public Service this year.
  • Over the years, the MPA program has produced skilled professionals who have made significant contributions to the public sector.
  • "The public administration program allows us to be a part of a broader national perspective on governance and networking across communities," College of Law and Public Service Associate Dean Suzanne Beaumaster said.

Alaska Airlines creates Hawai'i Community Advisory Board to deepen local ties

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Monday, January 29, 2024

HONOLULU, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In an effort to continue cultivating a deep and enduring relationship with local Hawai'i communities, Alaska Airlines announced today the establishment of the Hawaiʻi Community Advisory Board (HICAB). The HICAB will support Alaska's ongoing commitment to developing a true and authentic understanding of Hawai'i's people and culture as the airline combines with Hawaiian Airlines – honoring the legacy and significance of this beloved brand and reinforcing Alaska's expanded role in Hawai'i.

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  • HONOLULU, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In an effort to continue cultivating a deep and enduring relationship with local Hawai'i communities, Alaska Airlines announced today the establishment of the Hawaiʻi Community Advisory Board (HICAB).
  • "For over four decades, we have had a Community Advisory Board in the state of Alaska to seek input from communities across the state," said Ben Minicucci, Alaska Airlines CEO.
  • The 16-member HICAB represents Alaska Airlines guests in Hawai'i by diversity of gender, ethnicity and industry sector, including non-profit, education, healthcare, business, tourism and agriculture.
  • The HICAB will be a corporate and community sounding board for Alaska in Hawai'i, providing feedback and recommendations on Alaska's business approaches and initiatives, local current events, and community investment needs.

THINKING NATION ANNOUNCES FOUR NEW BOARD APPOINTMENTS

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Monday, January 29, 2024

NORTHRIDGE, Calif., Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Thinking Nation, a national 501c3 committed to cultivating thoughtful citizens through the promotion of historical thinking in social studies, today announced recent appointments to its Board of Directors. Dr. Marco Clark, Paolo DeMaria, Don Fraser, Jr., and Catherine O'Donnell, Ph.D. have joined as the newest members of Thinking Nation's Board of Directors, bringing total membership to eight educational leaders.

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  • NORTHRIDGE, Calif., Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Thinking Nation , a national 501c3 committed to cultivating thoughtful citizens through the promotion of historical thinking in social studies, today announced recent appointments to its Board of Directors.
  • Dr. Marco Clark, Paolo DeMaria, Don Fraser, Jr., and Catherine O'Donnell, Ph.D. have joined as the newest members of Thinking Nation's Board of Directors, bringing total membership to eight educational leaders.
  • "The Thinking Nation team is delighted to welcome four new education changemakers to the Board of Directors," said Board President Dinah Ruch.
  • Thinking Nation's newest board members include:
    As the Founder & CEO of Richard Wright Schools in Washington, D.C., Dr. Clark has been a transformative leader in the global educational space for more than 30 years.

Commonwealth Care Alliance® Announces Three New Leaders Across Clinical Health Plan Division

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

Commonwealth Care Alliance® (CCA), a mission-driven healthcare services organization that offers health plans and care delivery programs designed for individuals with the most significant needs, has appointed three new leaders to its Clinical Health Plan division.

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  • Commonwealth Care Alliance® (CCA), a mission-driven healthcare services organization that offers health plans and care delivery programs designed for individuals with the most significant needs, has appointed three new leaders to its Clinical Health Plan division.
  • The organization has hired Emily Bailey, LICSW, as Senior Vice President of Performance, Operations, & Innovation, and promoted Josh Ruminski as Senior Vice President of Health Plan Clinical Care and expanded the role of Whitney Moyer, naming her Vice President of Clinical Provider Integration.
  • Before his promotion to Senior Vice President of Health Plan Clinical Care, Ruminski served as Vice President of Member Onboarding & Assessment at CCA.
  • Whitney Moyer is a public health and health policy leader with over 10 years of experience supporting populations requiring complex care and long-term services and supports (LTSS).

Telefónica and Nova Labs launch Helium Mobile Hotspots in Mexico

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024

Telefónica and Nova Labs pioneering solution enables Telefónica customers to connect to the Helium Mobile Network in a secure and controlled manner using their existing SIM.

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  • Telefónica and Nova Labs pioneering solution enables Telefónica customers to connect to the Helium Mobile Network in a secure and controlled manner using their existing SIM.
  • MEXICO CITY and LOS ANGELES, Jan. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Telefónica (NYSE: TEF), the world's leading telecommunications services provider, and Nova Labs , a pioneer in decentralized wireless communication technologies, have partnered to launch Helium Mobile Hotspots in Mexico.
  • Helium Mobile Hotspots are connected to a proprietary management system developed by Telefónica, which controls its customers' automatic access to the Helium Mobile Network for mobile data sessions.
  • Helium Mobile Hotspots are compact, discrete, easy to install and can be deployed in small spaces, increasing mobile coverage and allowing mobile data to be offloaded from the core network to the Helium Mobile Network.

Public Affairs Council President Doug Pinkham to Retire at End of 2024

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

WASHINGTON, Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Pinkham, who is only the third person to lead the Council since it was formed in 1954 as the Effective Citizens Organization, was hired in 1997 to expand Council services, increase the organization's membership and raise the profile of the public affairs profession in the U.S. and around the world. During his tenure, Pinkham has grown the Council to the organization it is today — the foremost public affairs membership organization in the world.

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  • The Public Affairs Council (the Council) announced today that President and CEO Douglas G. Pinkham, who has led the organization for the past 27 years, will retire at the end of 2024.
  • "Doug has been an effective and thoughtful leader of the Council for nearly three decades, and his efforts have greatly strengthened the role of the public affairs function," said Public Affairs Council Chair Roi L. Ewell.
  • Prior to joining the Public Affairs Council, Pinkham served as vice president of communications for the American Gas Association.
  • The Public Affairs Council plans to provide additional information regarding the search process for its next President in the coming months.

New West Public Affairs Welcomes Faith Chipman as Newest Addition to Ontario Team

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Monday, January 15, 2024

TORONTO, Jan. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- New West Public Affairs today announced that Faith Chipman has joined the team as a senior consultant, based in Toronto.

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  • TORONTO, Jan. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- New West Public Affairs today announced that Faith Chipman has joined the team as a senior consultant, based in Toronto.
  • "Faith's addition to our team is a significant milestone for New West Public Affairs.
  • Her deep understanding of public policy and regulatory affairs, combined with her international experience and language skills, make her an ideal fit for our expanding operations in Ontario," said Monte Solberg, CEO of New West Public Affairs.
  • "I am excited to join New West Public Affairs and contribute to its mission of providing top-tier advisory services,” says Chipman.

Search begins for 2024 America's Top Young Scientist

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

ST. PAUL, Minn. and CHARLOTTE, N.C., Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- 3M (@3M) and Discovery Education (@DiscoveryEd) today announced that the 2024 3M Young Scientist Challenge (#YoungScientist) is now open to entries. As the nation's premier middle school science competition, the annual 3M Young Scientist Challenge invites students in grades 5-8 to compete for an exclusive mentorship with a 3M scientist, a $25,000 grand prize, and the chance to earn the title of "America's Top Young Scientist." Competition entries are accepted at YoungScientistLab.com until the deadline on May 2, 2024. 

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  • ST. PAUL, Minn. and CHARLOTTE, N.C., Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- 3M (@3M) and Discovery Education (@DiscoveryEd) today announced that the 2024 3M Young Scientist Challenge ( #YoungScientist ) is now open to entries.
  • As the nation's premier middle school science competition, the annual 3M Young Scientist Challenge invites students in grades 5-8 to compete for an exclusive mentorship with a 3M scientist, a $25,000 grand prize, and the chance to earn the title of "America's Top Young Scientist."
  • To learn more about the 3M Young Scientist Challenge, including entry details and to find supporting resources, visit youngscientistlab.com .
  • "The 3M Young Scientist Challenge encourages young people to solve everyday problems using science and innovation–and we can't wait to see what you dream up!"

RyanshTech Awarded Prime Contract with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Operations Support (OS) Intelligence and Analysis (I&A) to Enhance Communications and Correspondence

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

RyanshTech provides agency leadership with a comprehensive blueprint for formulating and implementing strategic communications, information change management, stakeholder assessments, and content creation for documents and websites.

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  • RyanshTech provides agency leadership with a comprehensive blueprint for formulating and implementing strategic communications, information change management, stakeholder assessments, and content creation for documents and websites.
  • We look forward to delivering outstanding support for strategic communications, critical employee engagement, and further elevating TSA I&A's operational excellence."
  • Since 2019, RyanshTech has established a notable presence in Security, Defense, and Intelligence.
  • This recognition serves to enhance RyanshTech's impact within the U.S Department of Homeland Security in Strategic Communications and Public Affairs.