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Chris Hudnall Joins Alliant Insurance Services’ Denver Team

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024

Chris Hudnall has joined Alliant Insurance Services as Vice President within its Alliant Americas division.

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  • Chris Hudnall has joined Alliant Insurance Services as Vice President within its Alliant Americas division.
  • Based in Denver, Hudnall will deliver strategic risk management and property and casualty insurance solutions to a diverse client base with a national reach.
  • Hudnall joins Alliant with experience servicing clients spanning a broad array of industries and sizes.
  • A highly dedicated member of the Denver community, he is a volunteer with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and the Denver Public Schools Foundation Development Committee.

Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Learning and Assessment in Agricultural and Applied Economics

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

MILWAUKEE, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Generative AI has recently been made available to the public, which means this research is looking at real-time impacts on our agricultural economics classrooms. A new study found that Artificial Intelligence (AI) when compaired to an average college student, scored almost a full grade higher.

Key Points: 
  • MILWAUKEE, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Generative AI has recently been made available to the public, which means this research is looking at real-time impacts on our agricultural economics classrooms.
  • A new study found that Artificial Intelligence (AI) when compaired to an average college student, scored almost a full grade higher.
  • In the new article " Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Learning and Assessment in Agricultural and Applied Economics " published in the Journal of the Agricultural & Applied Economics Association, Hannah Shear, K. Aleks Schaefer, and Bhawna Thapa from Oklahoma State University along with Logan Britton and Jason Bergtold from Kansas State University, find out how AI performs compaired to students in introductory level agricultural economics course paper.
  • If you are interested in setting up an interview, please contact Allison Ware in the AAEA Business Office.

BUTLER NATIONAL ENHANCES BOARD TO REINFORCE COMMITMENT TO LONG TERM SHAREHOLDER VALUE

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

NEW CENTURY, Kan., Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Butler National Corporation (OTCQB: BUKS), a leader in the growing global market for specialized aircraft structural modification, maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) and a recognized provider of gaming management services, announces the appointment of Joseph P. Daly, Jeffrey D. Yowell, and Butler National Chief Executive Officer Christopher J. Reedy to the Board of Directors of the Corporation. With these appointments, the Butler National Board will comprise seven members. 

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  • With these appointments, the Butler National Board will comprise seven members.
  • We are confident that the Board changes will more effectively position the Corporation for long term opportunities."
  • Chris Reedy added, "I am confident that the energy, independence and commitment to long term shareholder value that both Mr. Yowell and Mr. Daly bring to the Board will inspire additional confidence in the stock and encourage recognition of value."
  • Jeff Yowell added, "I am very excited to join the Butler National Corporation Board as the future of the company is very bright.

Midwestern Higher Education Compact Awards Resultant Master Agreement to provide for Data Analytics for Student Success, Institutional Efficiencies and Integration

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Thursday, February 1, 2024

The Midwestern Higher Education Compact (MHEC) has awarded Resultant a master agreement to provide data analytics solutions and services to colleges and universities across 12 member states to support student success, institutional efficiencies, and integration.

Key Points: 
  • The Midwestern Higher Education Compact (MHEC) has awarded Resultant a master agreement to provide data analytics solutions and services to colleges and universities across 12 member states to support student success, institutional efficiencies, and integration.
  • Today's higher education institutions are increasingly utilizing advanced analytics to improve institutional decision-making and bring about better outcomes for their students, alumni, and personnel.
  • “While higher education institutions are facing unprecedented, complex challenges, the opportunities to use data analytics to solve these problems have never been greater,” said Curt Merlau, senior director of the education practice at Resultant.
  • Self-Service Analytics Platform – A self-service analytics module that enables staff to conduct data analysis in a secure, cloud-based environment.

Digital Ally Announces University Security Order

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024

Lenexa, KS , Jan. 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Digital Ally, Inc. (NASDAQ: DGLY) (the “Company”), which develops, manufactures, and markets advanced video recording products and other critical safety products for law enforcement, emergency management, fleet safety and event security, today announced a notable order for multiple FirstVu Pro body-worn cameras, EVO-HD in-car systems and QuickVu docking station to be deployed campus-wide by Kansas State University in Manhattan, Kansas.

Key Points: 
  • Lenexa, KS , Jan. 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Digital Ally, Inc. (NASDAQ: DGLY) (the “Company”), which develops, manufactures, and markets advanced video recording products and other critical safety products for law enforcement, emergency management, fleet safety and event security, today announced a notable order for multiple FirstVu Pro body-worn cameras, EVO-HD in-car systems and QuickVu docking station to be deployed campus-wide by Kansas State University in Manhattan, Kansas.
  • This order, along with a recent deployment by the University of Kansas, reflects the versatility of utilizing Digital Ally’s video solutions technology outside of traditional law enforcement applications, and the growing demand from university officials as they increasingly focus on campus security.
  • “We’ve been a customer of Digital Ally for many years,” said Ronnie Grice, Chief of Kansas State University’s Division of Public Safety, adding “We continue to trust Digital Ally’s innovative technology, dependability and service levels as we strive to enhance the safety and overall experience of students, faculty, staff and visitors.”
    “We’re proud to partner with Chief Grice in his division’s efforts to optimize safety and security on Kansas State University’s campus,” said Brody Green, President of Digital Ally, adding, “We appreciate the university’s long-time commitment to Digital Ally as we partner in keeping our communities safe.”
    The order comes on the heels of the Company announcing several notable law enforcement orders and patents, as well as the addition of its InterVu Room solution.
  • Digital Ally continues to demonstrate its commitment to innovation and a world-class video solutions ecosystem with the FirstVu Pro body-worn camera, EVO-HD in-car system, InterVu Room system, EVO Web and QuickVu docking stations.

CFP Board Announces Client Impact Research Initiative in Support of 2022-2026 Strategic Priorities

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

WASHINGTON, Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- CFP Board today announced the release of the draft framework of its Client Impact Study, the first peer-reviewed academic research study to track and report on the actual impact of holistic financial planning on clients.

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  • WASHINGTON, Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- CFP Board today announced the release of the draft framework of its Client Impact Study, the first peer-reviewed academic research study to track and report on the actual impact of holistic financial planning on clients.
  • "Americans turn to CFP® professionals for holistic competent and ethical financial planning," said CFP Board CEO Kevin R. Keller, CAE .
  • "This study will help us quantify the impact financial planning has on clients and society, and we look forward to receiving feedback on the study's proposed framework."
  • CFP Board will host a webinar on Tuesday, Jan. 30, at 1:00 pm ET, in which the research team will introduce this study and discuss the framework that will be used to evaluate client outcomes.

Farm Heterogeneity and Leveraging Federal Crop Insurance for Conservation Practice Adoption

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

MILWAUKEE, Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Many studies have considered the relationship between crop insurance and individual conservation practices. A new study considers the relationship between crop insurance and a broad set of conservation practices, as well as developing a unique approach to use survey data to measure the environmental impact of nitrogen that also accounts for a producers' yield goals. The research is one step forward in conducting analysis that looks at the broader set of production and conservation practices on farms, as well as actual environmental impacts.

Key Points: 
  • MILWAUKEE, Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Many studies have considered the relationship between crop insurance and individual conservation practices.
  • In the new article " Farm Heterogeneity and Leveraging Federal Crop Insurance for Conservation Practice Adoption " featured in the Applied Economic Perspectives & Policy, Jennifer Ifft from Kansas State University and Margaret Jodlowski from The Ohio State University, dig into if farm that use crop insurance have different conservation practices and more or less nitrogen use, relative to other farms.
  • The authors say, "Many current and proposed policies aim to use the Federal crop insurance program to leverage adoption of conservation practices.
  • However, our analysis also suggests that farms that more intensively use crop insurance may be more responsive to financial incentives, which could accelerate adoption."

AFCPE Announces 2023 Award Recipients, Making Significant Impact in the Personal Finance Field

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Thursday, January 4, 2024

WESTERVILLE, Ohio, Jan. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Association for Financial Counseling and Planning Education (AFCPE) recognized ten individuals, organizations, special projects, and initiatives expanding access to personal finance resources and education across the country as part of its 2023 AFCPE Awards.

Key Points: 
  • WESTERVILLE, Ohio, Jan. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Association for Financial Counseling and Planning Education (AFCPE) recognized ten individuals, organizations, special projects, and initiatives expanding access to personal finance resources and education across the country as part of its 2023 AFCPE Awards.
  • "I'm constantly amazed by the talents and dedication of AFCPE members, which is highlighted with these award recipients," said Rachael DeLeon, AFCPE Executive Director.
  • "The personal finance field is constantly evolving and facing new challenges, but the work of AFCPE members across financial education, research, and practice is a guiding light in helping create a future of financial security for everyone."
  • The 2023 Symposium award recipients were announced towards the end of the conference.

FlagshipKansas.Tech Unveils First Annual Steve & Janet Wozniak Kansas Tech Teacher of the Year Award

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023

WICHITA, Kan., Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As a nonprofit helping propel the technology industry forward in Kansas, FlagshipKansas.Tech is celebrating excellence and innovation in the Kansas tech industry with the announcement of its 2023 Ad Astra Technology Awards recipients.

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  • The highest honor of Kansas Tech Visionary of the Year recognizes an individual or organization driving significant innovation and transformation in Kansas.
  • FlagshipKansas.Tech renamed this award in honor of the 2023 Ad Astra Technology Summit keynote, tech icon and Apple Co-founder Steve Wozniak, and his wife, Janet, a Kansas native and educator.
  • The Kansas Tech Startup of the Year award honors innovative, disruptive, and rapidly growing tech startups in Kansas.
  • The Kansas Tech Community Innovator of the Year award recognizes those leveraging technology for social and community development in Kansas.

Snowden Lane Partners Continues National Expansion; Opens 14th Office in Colorado

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Thursday, November 30, 2023

They will form Snowden Lane’s latest team, Mountain West Advisors, with $100 million in total client assets, and spearhead the opening of the firm’s 14th office location in Golden, Colorado.

Key Points: 
  • They will form Snowden Lane’s latest team, Mountain West Advisors, with $100 million in total client assets, and spearhead the opening of the firm’s 14th office location in Golden, Colorado.
  • Snowden Lane now boasts offices in 10 different states, with the Colorado location giving the firm a presence in each of the contiguous states’ four different time zones.
  • “Schuyler and Wendell are exceptional advisors, and we’re thrilled that they’ll be leading our expansion in Colorado,” said Lyle LaMothe, Chairman of Snowden Lane Partners.
  • The Financial Times named Snowden Lane to its elite FT 300 list for six straight years, recognizing Snowden Lane as one of the top independent RIA firms in the U.S.