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A Forward-Looking Exploration of Wi-Fi: WAA - Informa Tech 2024 Barcelona Roundtable Concludes Successfully

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Monday, March 4, 2024

David Mudd, Global Head of Digital Trust Assurance of BSI, emphasized the importance of AI in improving network security and experience.

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  • David Mudd, Global Head of Digital Trust Assurance of BSI, emphasized the importance of AI in improving network security and experience.
  • Shi Hao, WAA Deputy Secretary-General, believes that home and campus scenarios are complex, with a multitude of technological options available.
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    The roundtable concluded successfully in an atmosphere of joint cooperation and in-depth discussion.
  • This roundtable was not only WAA's first international seminar held overseas, but also a deep exploration and cooperative opportunity regarding the development direction of the Wi-Fi industry.

Stepping Toward a Sustainable Future: WAA Released Sustainability in the Wi-Fi Industry White Paper

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Sunday, March 3, 2024

New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - March 2, 2024) - On February 28, 2024, the white paper "SUSTAINABILITY IN THE Wi-Fi INDUSTRY" (hereinafter referred to as "the White Paper") was released at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) event.

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  • New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - March 2, 2024) - On February 28, 2024, the white paper "SUSTAINABILITY IN THE Wi-Fi INDUSTRY" (hereinafter referred to as "the White Paper") was released at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) event.
  • The White Paper, drafted collaboratively by ABI Research and World Application Alliance (WAA) Green Energy Working Group, provides a in-depth analysis of sustainability issues within the Wi-Fi industry for the first time.
  • The White Paper takes a cautiously optimistic attitude towards the future, summarizing the many challenges faced by the Wi-Fi industry's sustainability and offering specific recommendations.
  • Based on the analysis of Wi-Fi energy consumption efficiency, the White Paper also provides specific recommendations for improvement.

MISSION BBQ Customers Donate $347,068 to Sponsor Veterans’ Wreaths for Placement on National Wreaths Across America Day 2024

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024

COLUMBIA FALLS, Maine, and COLUMBIA, Md, Feb. 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MISSION BBQ is proud to announce the donation of $347,068 to national nonprofit Wreaths Across America (WAA).

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  • COLUMBIA FALLS, Maine, and COLUMBIA, Md, Feb. 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MISSION BBQ is proud to announce the donation of $347,068 to national nonprofit Wreaths Across America (WAA).
  • This contribution was made possible thanks to the generosity of MISSION BBQ customers and their support of MISSION BBQ’s special American Heroes Cups.
  • The donation will sponsor veterans’ wreaths to remember our fallen U.S. service members laid to rest at 129 participating locations for placement on National Wreaths Across America Day – Saturday, December 14, 2024.
  • MISSION BBQ co-founder Bill Kraus presented this donation to WAA’s executive director Karen Worcester today in Columbia, Md.

Wreaths Across America Partners with the Library of Congress Veterans History Project to Launch a New Webinar Series for 2024

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

COLUMBIA FALLS, Maine, and WASHINGTON D.C., Feb. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wreaths Across America (WAA), in collaboration with the Library of Congress Veterans History Project (VHP), proudly announces the launch of a new, free webinar series for educators.

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  • COLUMBIA FALLS, Maine, and WASHINGTON D.C., Feb. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wreaths Across America (WAA), in collaboration with the Library of Congress Veterans History Project (VHP), proudly announces the launch of a new, free webinar series for educators.
  • The series will kick off on Tuesday, March 19, at 4 pm ET /1 pm PT and be co-hosted by Cindy Tatum, Wreaths Across America Curriculum Developer and Gold Star Mother, and Andrew Huber, Senior Liaison, Library of Congress Veterans History Project.
  • “This webinar series is designed to give educators and classrooms all the tools they need to start using the Veterans History Project website for primary source research and create their own primary source materials for inclusion in the Project,” said Andrew Huber, Senior Liaison, Library of Congress Veterans History Project.
  • For more information regarding the Library of Congress Veterans History Project, please visit https://www.loc.gov/programs/veterans-history-project/about-this-program/ .

National Nonprofit Wreaths Across America Announces New Theme for 2024

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Monday, January 22, 2024

This year’s theme, “Live with Purpose,” draws inspiration from the remarkable stories of these volunteers whose impactful work in their communities is a beacon of inspiration for all.

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  • This year’s theme, “Live with Purpose,” draws inspiration from the remarkable stories of these volunteers whose impactful work in their communities is a beacon of inspiration for all.
  • Karen Worcester, Executive Director of Wreaths Across America, shared her thoughts on why this theme is so important, watch why here .
  • In 2023, over three million sponsored veterans’ wreaths were placed by volunteers on headstones at 4,225 participating locations worldwide.
  • This year, National Wreaths Across America Day will be held on Saturday, December 14, 2024.

Heartland Express Highlights Commitment to U.S. Veterans

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Thursday, December 21, 2023

NORTH LIBERTY, Iowa, Dec. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Truckload carrier Heartland Express, joined by their family of companies, Millis Transfer of Black River Falls, WI; Smith Transport of Roaring Spring, PA; and Contractor Freighters Inc. (CFI) of Joplin, MO, note their strong commitment cross-organizationally to U.S. Veterans post successful deliveries for Wreaths Across America (WAA) Day.

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  • Heartland’s family of companies highlights dedication to U.S. military veterans in 2023.
  • Heartland Express will continue their commitment to supporting military Veterans for years to come.
  • Their service is not only recognized but also honored and celebrated.”
    Each Heartland Express company demonstrates their support of Veterans in unique ways.
  • Notably, Heartland Express participated in the Eastern Iowa Honor Flight and is a long-standing sponsor of the American Legion of Iowa Foundation.

Organic Remedies Honors U.S. Veterans Laid to Rest at Pennsylvania Military Cemeteries

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023

CARLISLE, Pa., Dec. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Organic Remedies, a medical marijuana cultivation and research organization based in south central Pennsylvania, raised more than $32,000 in support of Wreaths Across America, a national nonprofit that purchases live Remembrance wreaths for veterans laid to rest at national and state military cemeteries.

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  • CARLISLE, Pa., Dec. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Organic Remedies, a medical marijuana cultivation and research organization based in south central Pennsylvania, raised more than $32,000 in support of Wreaths Across America, a national nonprofit that purchases live Remembrance wreaths for veterans laid to rest at national and state military cemeteries.
  • The funds raised sponsored more than 3,700 wreaths for veterans’ graves at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, and Philadelphia National Cemetery.
  • The company’s WAA six-week fundraising campaign included a strong grassroots effort through letters and calls to donors and cash donations collected at Organic Remedies’ dispensaries across the state.
  • Through OR’s efforts, 334 volunteers registered through the company’s website to attend the ceremony and lay wreaths on veterans’ graves.

Perdue Truck Drivers Conduct Wreaths Across America Wreath Laying Ceremony at Wicomico War Veterans Memorial in Maryland

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

The ceremony included the placement of seven ceremonial wreaths at the memorial by Perdue drivers, who are veterans themselves, and who will help deliver thousands of wreaths to veterans’ cemeteries on the East Coast.

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  • The ceremony included the placement of seven ceremonial wreaths at the memorial by Perdue drivers, who are veterans themselves, and who will help deliver thousands of wreaths to veterans’ cemeteries on the East Coast.
  • “Wreaths Across America asks us, in the midst of all the holiday activities, to remember our fallen military, including those from our community who are memorialized at the Wicomico Veterans War Memorial,” said Jim Perdue, chairman of Perdue Farms.
  • Since 2007, Perdue drivers have delivered more than 350,000 wreaths for Wreaths Across America™.
  • “Perdue Farms and Perdue Transportation drivers, many of whom are veterans themselves, have been supporting the Wreaths Across America mission for more than a decade.

FASTPORT and Tenstreet Support Annual Wreaths Across America Appreciation Dinner on the Eve of National Wreaths Across America Day

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Friday, December 1, 2023

COLUMBIA FALLS, Maine and ARLINGTON, Va., Dec. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wreaths Across America (WAA) is pleased to announce title sponsors FASTPORT and Tenstreet will once again support the annual Appreciation Dinner on Friday, December 15, the eve of National Wreaths Across America Day 2023.

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  • COLUMBIA FALLS, Maine and ARLINGTON, Va., Dec. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wreaths Across America (WAA) is pleased to announce title sponsors FASTPORT and Tenstreet will once again support the annual Appreciation Dinner on Friday, December 15, the eve of National Wreaths Across America Day 2023.
  • Presented by JPMorgan Chase, the evening’s keynote speaker will be medically retired Army Staff Sgt., and artist, Zeke Crozier.
  • “The mission of Wreaths Across America has long been a part of my life and is something I am proud to support all year round,” said Brad Bentley, President, FASTPORT.
  • If you are interested and available to haul a load of wreaths as part of the Wreaths Across America Honor Fleet, lanes are still available.

Wreaths Across America Announces #GivingTuesday Matching Campaign from Jersey Mike’s Subs

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Monday, November 27, 2023

Jersey Mike’s has once again stepped up to help WAA reach its goal of placing a fresh, handmade balsam veteran’s wreath on every eligible marker at Arlington National Cemetery.

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  • Jersey Mike’s has once again stepped up to help WAA reach its goal of placing a fresh, handmade balsam veteran’s wreath on every eligible marker at Arlington National Cemetery.
  • Every $17 wreath sponsorship made at www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/JerseyMikes through Friday, Dec. 8, 2023, will be matched by the company, up to $250,000!
  • Since 2010, Jersey Mike’s has supported WAA’s mission with contributions totaling more than $3.5 million dollars.
  • “The incredible team at Jersey Mike’s Subs has been such a tremendous part of the growth of the program for more than a decade,” said Karen Worcester, executive director, Wreaths Across America.