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The YMCA to Open New Child Care Space For Westboro Families

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Monday, March 18, 2024
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OTTAWA, March 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The YMCA of National Capital Region is pleased to announce the opening of a new licensed child care centre in the Westboro community.

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  • OTTAWA, March 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The YMCA of National Capital Region is pleased to announce the opening of a new licensed child care centre in the Westboro community.
  • “Churchill Alternative School is a proud part of the Westboro community,” says Vanessa Ogungbemile, Principal of Churchill Alternative School.
  • “The Y is well positioned and eager to support the needs of local families by expanding our high-quality, reliable, and affordable licensed child care services across our communities.”
    The YMCA of the National Capital region has been providing child care in our region for 24 years.
  • Currently, the Y serves 290 families and 440 children in our child care programs annually.

Pythian Recognized as a Top Employer in Canada’s National Capital Region in 2024

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024
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OTTAWA and MINNEAPOLIS, Feb. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pythian Services Inc. (“ Pythian ”), a leading data, analytics, and cloud services company, today announced its latest accolade as one of the National Capital Region’s Top Employers for 2024.

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  • OTTAWA and MINNEAPOLIS, Feb. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pythian Services Inc. (“ Pythian ”), a leading data, analytics, and cloud services company, today announced its latest accolade as one of the National Capital Region’s Top Employers for 2024.
  • This marks the ninth time the company has been recognized, solidifying its status as an industry leader in fostering outstanding workplace culture and innovation.
  • The National Capital Region's Top Employers is an annual competition organized by the editors of Canada's Top 100 Employers.
  • “Our dedication to creating an empowering environment for Pythianites is once again honoured,” said Keith Angell , CEO of Pythian.

Leidos Awarded $143M DIA Technology Platform Contract

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Thursday, February 15, 2024
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RESTON, Va., Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leidos (NYSE: LDOS), a FORTUNE® 500 science and technology global leader, was recently awarded a new task order contract from the Defense Intelligence Agency's (DIA) Science & Technology (S&T) Directorate.

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  • RESTON, Va., Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leidos (NYSE: LDOS), a FORTUNE® 500 science and technology global leader, was recently awarded a new task order contract from the Defense Intelligence Agency's (DIA) Science & Technology (S&T) Directorate.
  • The task order award has a total estimated value of $143 million under the DOMEX Technology Platform (DTP) single award, indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity contract (IDIQ).
  • Work will be performed in the National Capital Region with remote software development across Leidos facilities.
  • The new program will bring together Leidos data science research and technology development teams from NMEC to expand collection and exploitation work at OSIC.

CIRA and National Capital FreeNet team up to bring free and secure internet to low-income communities in Ottawa

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Thursday, January 18, 2024
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OTTAWA, Jan. 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As more Canadians struggle with the rising costs of internet access and other essentials, CIRA joins forces with National Capital FreeNet, an Ottawa-based not-for-profit internet provider, to help tackle affordable urban connectivity.

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  • OTTAWA, Jan. 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As more Canadians struggle with the rising costs of internet access and other essentials, CIRA joins forces with National Capital FreeNet, an Ottawa-based not-for-profit internet provider, to help tackle affordable urban connectivity.
  • The network will deliver free, secure, fast and high-quality WiFi in indoor and outdoor community spaces where residents live, socialize and access social services.
  • However, even urban communities suffer from a lack of connectivity due to the high cost of internet access.
  • We are proud to partner with National Capital FreeNet to help close this gap by delivering community WiFi to low-income neighbourhoods in Ottawa.

Indonesia and Japan Forge Deals in Energy and Transportation Support

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023
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JAKARTA, Dec 20, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - During his visit to Japan, Indonesian President Joko Widodo obtained support in several sectors, including energy, transportation, and the economy.

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  • JAKARTA, Dec 20, 2023 - (ACN Newswire) - During his visit to Japan, Indonesian President Joko Widodo obtained support in several sectors, including energy, transportation, and the economy.
  • During Monday's inaugural AZEC Summit (Asia Zero Emission Community), Indonesia obtained at least 24 energy transition projects.
  • Indonesia considers it essential to support cooperation in decarbonization through inclusive financing and the transfer of low-carbon technology.
  • Indonesia hoped Japan would support its downstream mineral industry and emerge as a crucial player in the global supply chain of electric vehicle batteries.

Chertoff Capital advised Godspeed in the formation of Crimson Phoenix

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023
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Chertoff Capital, LLC , the investment banking subsidiary of The Chertoff Group, served as the exclusive investment banking advisor to Godspeed.

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  • Chertoff Capital, LLC , the investment banking subsidiary of The Chertoff Group, served as the exclusive investment banking advisor to Godspeed.
  • Headquartered in the National Capital Region with over 400 employees, Crimson Phoenix is uniquely positioned to provide its customers with differentiated digital and data-enabled solutions designed to support overseas missions.
  • Chertoff Capital President Jason Kaufman said, “The formation of Crimson Phoenix as a private equity platform marks a significant milestone for Godspeed, showcasing its commitment to delivering market-leading national security solutions for the U.S. Intelligence Community and U.S. Special Operations Command.
  • We are proud to have served as the trusted advisor to Godspeed on the formation of its latest platform, and we look forward to seeing the success that Crimson Phoenix will deliver to its national security customers.”
    Chertoff Capital Principal Ryan Hoffman said, “Crimson Phoenix is a premier provider of digital, data, and intelligence analysis to the national security community.

Concept for the Visitor Education Center at the 9/11 Pentagon Memorial is Approved

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Friday, December 1, 2023
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ARLINGTON, VA, Dec. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Pentagon Memorial Fund, Inc. (PMF) recently passed a critical milestone in the development of a Visitor Education Center at the site of the National 9/11 Pentagon Memorial.

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  • ARLINGTON, VA, Dec. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Pentagon Memorial Fund, Inc. (PMF) recently passed a critical milestone in the development of a Visitor Education Center at the site of the National 9/11 Pentagon Memorial.
  • The Visitor Education Center will be located within walking distance of the Pentagon Memorial and in close proximity to Arlington National Cemetery and the US Air Force Memorial.
  • The 9/11 Pentagon Memorial Visitor Education Center will honor the 184 victims of the attack on the Pentagon as well as explore the local, national, and international response to 9/11 and subsequent Global War on Terror.
  • The Visitor Education Center is anticipated to function as a national convening space for the examination of these responses, and their continuing impact.

Acentra Health Named to Northern Virginia Technology Council’s ‘Tech100’ for Making a Positive Impact on the Region’s Tech Community

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023
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MCLEAN, Va., Nov. 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Acentra Health, a Virginia-based technology services and solutions company dedicated to helping government healthcare agencies accelerate better health outcomes, has been named to the Northern Virginia Technology Council’s (NVTC) 2023 NVTC Tech100.

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  • MCLEAN, Va., Nov. 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Acentra Health, a Virginia-based technology services and solutions company dedicated to helping government healthcare agencies accelerate better health outcomes, has been named to the Northern Virginia Technology Council’s (NVTC) 2023 NVTC Tech100.
  • The annual listing recognizes forward-thinking companies, top executives, and emerging leaders who are driving innovation and making a positive impact on the National Capital Region’s tech community and economic growth.
  • “In a year of immense transformation for Acentra Health focused on innovating solutions that deliver maximum value and impact for our government healthcare clients, NVTC’s recognition is especially rewarding at this moment in our journey,” said Acentra Health CEO Todd Stottlemyer.
  • “I am so inspired by the positive impact these honorees have on the technology field.

Dignari Earns NVTC Tech100 Honors for Second Consecutive Year

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023
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Dignari announced today that it has been selected as a Tech100 Honoree by the Northern Virginia Technology Council (NVTC) , the trade association representing the National Capital Region’s technology community.

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  • Dignari announced today that it has been selected as a Tech100 Honoree by the Northern Virginia Technology Council (NVTC) , the trade association representing the National Capital Region’s technology community.
  • The 2023 NVTC Tech100 honors the top innovative companies and leaders in the region, highlighting cutting-edge companies, executives, and NextGen leaders who drive innovation, implement new solutions for their customers, and contribute to the region’s economic growth.
  • “Dignari is incredibly honored to be named an NVTC’s Tech100 Honoree for the second year in a row,” said Gena Alexa , Dignari Founder & CEO.
  • This is the ​​second consecutive year Dignari has been named an NVTC Tech100 Honoree.

InQuest Named as an Honoree in the Prestigious 2023 NVTC Tech100 Awards

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023
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InQuest , a leading provider of File Detection and Response solutions focused on protecting the end-user, is proud to announce its recognition as a 2023 NVTC Tech100 honoree.

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  • InQuest , a leading provider of File Detection and Response solutions focused on protecting the end-user, is proud to announce its recognition as a 2023 NVTC Tech100 honoree.
  • The Northern Virginia Technology Council (NVTC), representing the National Capital Region’s technology community, has included InQuest in its prestigious list .
  • “We are thrilled to be recognized for this award,” said Michael Arcamone, Founder and CEO of InQuest.
  • The NVTC Tech100 Celebration, themed “A Night at the AI Art Museum,” will take place on December 12, 2023, from 6 – 8 PM EST at The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner.