Silicon Valley Leadership Group

Experts Form Industry-First Group To Examine Equity, Access and Safety in Youth Transportation

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
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EATAC will examine the connections between disruptions to safe, reliable transportation access to school, and the devastating role these gaps in policy can play in students’ lives.

Key Points: 
  • EATAC will examine the connections between disruptions to safe, reliable transportation access to school, and the devastating role these gaps in policy can play in students’ lives.
  • The group is coming together with HopSkipDrive , a leading technology company solving complex transportation challenges where there is a heightened need for safety, equity and care.
  • “We know that transportation is a lifeline for communities around the country, and expanding access to transportation is key to improving outcomes across the spectrums,” said Vanessa Davis, EATAC founding member and Co-Manager of Foster Youth in Action.
  • “Together with other experts in this space, EATAC will explore how school rides – and youth transportation in general – are important building blocks towards true equity in education.

Exabeam Appoints Steve Wilson to Chief Product Officer

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
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Exabeam , a global cybersecurity leader that delivers AI-driven security operations, today announced the appointment of Steve Wilson to Chief Product Officer (CPO).

Key Points: 
  • Exabeam , a global cybersecurity leader that delivers AI-driven security operations, today announced the appointment of Steve Wilson to Chief Product Officer (CPO).
  • In his role, Wilson will lead Exabeam’s product management and product marketing teams to continue to drive innovation in the company’s AI-driven security operations and New-Scale SIEM product portfolio.
  • Before joining Exabeam, he served as CPO at Contrast Security leading all aspects of product development, including strategy, product management, product marketing, product design, and engineering.
  • “The intersection between AI, cloud, and enterprise security has always been my passion – and I couldn’t be more excited to join Exabeam,” said Wilson.

Applied Wisdom for Nonprofits Has Released a Comprehensive Nonprofit Leadership Training Bundle Available for Free Digital Download

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Thursday, November 16, 2023
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This digital bundle covers eight foundational management and leadership principles, providing valuable insight and practical guidance for nonprofit professionals.

Key Points: 
  • This digital bundle covers eight foundational management and leadership principles, providing valuable insight and practical guidance for nonprofit professionals.
  • The free digital bundle includes access to the Applied Wisdom for Nonprofits Leadership Course , offering immediate and impactful insights into solving today's most pressing management and leadership challenges.
  • Additionally, recipients can request digital, audiobook, and print copies of the companion booklet, Applied Wisdom for the Nonprofit Sector , at no extra cost, with free shipping.
  • Applied Wisdom for Nonprofits is made possible through the charitable foundation of Jim and Becky Morgan , long-time supporters of the nonprofit sector.

AGB Names Mary Papazian as New Executive Vice President

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Monday, August 21, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges (AGB) announced today that Mary Papazian, PhD, has joined the association as executive vice president. A two-time former university president with extensive board experience, Papazian will orchestrate AGB's strategic planning processes to strengthen members' satisfaction with AGB, engage with media and external stakeholders to advance the association's thought leadership, and oversee partnerships with grantmakers and subject matter experts to expand reach and impact. AGB is the premier organization advocating strategic board governance in higher education.

Key Points: 
  • Papazian, a two-time former university president with extensive governing board experience, will focus on thought leadership, strategic planning, and media engagement at the association.
  • WASHINGTON, Aug. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges (AGB) announced today that Mary Papazian, PhD , has joined the association as executive vice president.
  • "I can't overstate the value that Mary will provide to AGB and its members," said Henry Stoever, AGB president and CEO.
  • Previously, Papazian was the third woman to lead San JosI State University (SJSU), serving as president from 2016 to 2021.

Notre Dame de Namur University Announces the Election of Lisa D. Gauthier to the Board of Trustees

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Monday, June 19, 2023
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Belmont, CA, June 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Notre Dame de Namur University (NDNU) President Beth Martin, Ph.D., announced the recent election of a new member to the university’s Board of Trustees.

Key Points: 
  • Belmont, CA, June 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Notre Dame de Namur University (NDNU) President Beth Martin, Ph.D., announced the recent election of a new member to the university’s Board of Trustees.
  • Joining the Board for a three-year term is Lisa Gauthier, Mayor of East Palo Alto.
  • “I am very honored to be asked to serve on Notre Dame de Namur University’s Board of Trustees,” said Gauthier.
  • She previously held the positions of Vice Mayor in 2014, 2018, 2022, and Mayor in 2015 and 2019.

IGEL Appoints Tarkan Maner to the IGEL Board

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Tuesday, February 7, 2023
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SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- IGEL, provider of the managed endpoint operating system for secure access to any digital workspace, today announced the appointment of Tarkan Maner to the IGEL Board as a Board Member. Maner brings deep expertise across the end user computing (EUC) and cloud computing industry segments and will provide pivotal expertise and insights to IGEL leadership as the company enters a phase of rapid growth and expansion. 

Key Points: 
  • "Tarkan is one of the most accomplished executives in the Cloud and EUC space, with serial successes in the industry that span decades," said Jed Ayres, CEO, IGEL.
  • "We are incredibly privileged to have him join the IGEL Board.
  • As a member of the IGEL Board, Maner will leverage his deep industry expertise and vision to help guide the next phase of IGEL's growth.
  • I look forward to joining the IGEL Board and the IGEL family as we work together to chart the course for growth, expansion and industry leadership in today's hybrid IT world."

REVIVER™ ANNOUNCES PASSAGE OF DIGITAL LICENSE PLATE APPROVAL LEGISLATION IN CALIFORNIA (AB-984), ENABLING PERMANENT STATEWIDE ADOPTION

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Wednesday, October 5, 2022
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SACRAMENTO, Calif., Oct. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Reviver, a technology company and developer of the digital license plate, today announced the passage of the Motor Vehicle Digital Number Plates bill (AB-984). The bill requires the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to authorize devices meeting specified criteria as alternatives to conventional license plates, stickers, tabs, and registration cards, and also establishes requirements for piloting and adopting new alternative devices for vehicle licensing. This enables all vehicle owners in California to utilize Reviver's suite of products as alternatives to conventional license plates, stickers, tabs, and registration cards issued by the California DMV.

Key Points: 
  • SACRAMENTO, Calif., Oct. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Reviver , a technology company and developer of the digital license plate, today announced the passage of the Motor Vehicle Digital Number Plates bill (AB-984).
  • Preceding passage of this new legislation, the California DMV, under Senate Bill 806, conducted a pilot program to evaluate the use of vehicle licensing alternatives.
  • Reviver's digital license plates are currently legal for sale and DMV registration in California, Michigan, Arizona, and Texas for commercial fleet vehicles.
  • Reviver's digital license plates are legal for sale in Arizona, California, and Michigan, along with Texas for commercial fleet vehicles.

Governor Newsom Signs New Legislation into Law that Will Expand CEQA Exemptions and Expedite Sustainable Transportation Projects

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Saturday, October 1, 2022
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The legislation expands the provision of SB 288 (Wiener, 2020) by extending statutory exemptions to CEQA for transportation projects that significantly advance the state's climate, public safety, and public health goals.

Key Points: 
  • The legislation expands the provision of SB 288 (Wiener, 2020) by extending statutory exemptions to CEQA for transportation projects that significantly advance the state's climate, public safety, and public health goals.
  • "With the signing of SB 922, local transit and transportation agencies will continue to accelerate the path towards safer streets, cleaner air, and more equitable transportation solutions for all Californians.
  • By expanding and expediting CEQA exemptions for sustainable transportation, we'll unlock the bus, light rail, bike, and pedestrian projects that California needs.
  • Its membership also extends to include commuter rail agencies, transit support groups, national and international transit suppliers, and government agencies.

Cleantech Expert Tom Werner Named Chairman of H2U as Company Advances Commercialization of New Green Hydrogen Technology

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Wednesday, June 8, 2022
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LOS ANGELES, June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- H2U Technologies, Inc. (H2U), the developer of new energy technologies to produce green hydrogen, today appointed clean energy veteran Tom Werner as Chairman of the Board. Werner spent 18 years on the front lines of the solar revolution as CEO of SunPower, and has more than 25 years of experience leading disruptive technology and energy organizations.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --H2U Technologies, Inc. (H2U), the developer of new energy technologies to produce green hydrogen, today appointed clean energy veteran Tom Werner as Chairman of the Board.
  • "Tom is an excellent fit to lead our Board as we advance into the commercialization phase of H2U's unique technology," said Mark McGough, CEO and President of H2U Technologies.
  • "As the demand for green hydrogen accelerates, H2U electrolyzer designs will solve an important problem, by producing low-cost hydrogen without the need for rare and expensive iridium catalysts.
  • H2U is developing technologies that dramatically reduce the cost of green hydrogen, accelerating the species-changing movement of clean energy production.

Former U.S. Transportation Secretaries, Influential Labor Unions, Progressive Groups and Businesses Urge California's Legislature to Approve Funding for High-Speed Rail

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Wednesday, May 4, 2022
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LaHood, Foxx and Diridon serve as co-chairs of the U.S. High Speed Rail Coalition (USHSRC), as did Mineta before his death.

Key Points: 
  • LaHood, Foxx and Diridon serve as co-chairs of the U.S. High Speed Rail Coalition (USHSRC), as did Mineta before his death.
  • USHSRC, the leading national coalition working to fund electrified high-speed rail projects, sent the letter to state Senate Pro Tempore Toni Atkins and Assembly Speaker Anthony Rendon.
  • "59% of L.A. County voters support continued construction of the project including 32% who strongly favor continued construction while only 29% oppose it.
  • "America's effort to decarbonize transportation depends on the completion of the California High-Speed Rail project.