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ICYMI: SBA Administrator Guzman Highlights Memphis Small Business Ahead of Today’s Total Solar Eclipse

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Monday, April 8, 2024

WASHINGTON, April 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, ahead of the total solar eclipse, the SBA released a new video highlighting American Paper Optics, a Memphis small business that manufactures paper eyewear – including the only NASA-approved glasses that allow Americans to safely view solar eclipses.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, April 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, ahead of the total solar eclipse, the SBA released a new video highlighting American Paper Optics, a Memphis small business that manufactures paper eyewear – including the only NASA-approved glasses that allow Americans to safely view solar eclipses.
  • SBA Administrator Isabel Casillas Guzman traveled to Memphis, Tennessee for a tour of American Paper Optics’ 30,000-sq.
  • During the tour, Administrator Guzman learned how American Paper Optics used SBA resources to sustain operations during the pandemic, and how the business evolved into the largest manufacturer of paper 3D eyewear and solar eclipse viewing glasses in the world.
  • The 2024 total solar eclipse is generating a spending surge nationwide, and small businesses are playing a large role in meeting this economic demand.

Frontline Education Named Finalist in Multiple Categories for 2024 SIIA CODiE Awards

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

The SIIA CODiE Awards, renowned as the industry's only peer-reviewed awards program, recognize the most innovative and impactful products in the education technology sector.

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  • The SIIA CODiE Awards, renowned as the industry's only peer-reviewed awards program, recognize the most innovative and impactful products in the education technology sector.
  • Additionally, Frontline Human Capital Management and Frontline School Health Management were selected as finalists in the Best Administrative Solution category.
  • "We are honored to be named finalists in multiple categories for the prestigious SIIA CODiE Awards," said Kevin Haugh, Chief Product Officer at Frontline Education.
  • Frontline Education congratulates all the finalists and expresses gratitude to the SIIA and industry experts for recognizing the innovation and impact of education technology solutions.

Federal, provincial and territorial labour ministers discuss key challenges facing workers in Canada

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Saturday, April 6, 2024

RICHMOND, BC, April 5, 2024 /CNW/ - Federal, provincial and territorial labour ministers met today to collaborate on common issues in workplaces across Canada.

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  • RICHMOND, BC, April 5, 2024 /CNW/ - Federal, provincial and territorial labour ministers met today to collaborate on common issues in workplaces across Canada.
  • Ministers then discussed occupational health and safety protections and labour standards for workers in gig work and other non-standard employment circumstances.
  • The labour ministers' meeting was a chance to compare best practices and discuss ways to keep up with the needs of our changing workplaces."
  • – The Honourable Harry Bains, Minister of Labour for British Columbia
    The federal, provincial and territorial ministers responsible for labour meet regularly to discuss issues of mutual concern that they can collaboratively address.

Otus Named Finalist for Four CODiE Awards for Excellence in Educational Technology

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

These recognitions highlight Otus' continuous innovation and dedication to enhancing the educational experience through its comprehensive platform.

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  • These recognitions highlight Otus' continuous innovation and dedication to enhancing the educational experience through its comprehensive platform.
  • "In a year marked by significant advancements at Otus, being named a CODiE finalist is a testament to our team's hard work and the impactful improvements we've made," said Chris Hull, Co-Founder and President of Otus.
  • These advancements underscore Otus' commitment to innovation and its role in shaping the future of educational technology.
  • The SIIA CODiE Awards , renowned for recognizing excellence in business and education technology, will announce the winners in an online celebration on May 21, 2024.

Enterprise Connect’s Expo Hall Features Hundreds of Innovative Products and Services to Improve Communication, Collaboration, and CX Strategies

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Monday, March 18, 2024

Enterprise Connect , the leading conference and exhibition for enterprise communications and customer experience, will feature hundreds of innovative products and services in the Expo Hall.

Key Points: 
  • Enterprise Connect , the leading conference and exhibition for enterprise communications and customer experience, will feature hundreds of innovative products and services in the Expo Hall.
  • “Our Expo Hall is the only place to find the enterprise communications and customer experience providers displaying their solutions in one location.
  • Attendees will have the opportunity to see the hundreds of innovative products and service available to ensure they make the best purchasing decisions to improve their communication, collaboration, and CX strategies,” said Eric Krapf, General Manager, Enterprise Connect.
  • Afiniti , Booth #1311: Afiniti is a CX AI pioneer, delivering measurable business outcomes for Fortune 500 companies since 2006.

Inside Real Estate Doubles Down on Customer Success, Community and Engagement with Key Industry Hires and Expanded Coaching and Certification Programs

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

MURRAY, Utah , April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Inside Real Estate, one of the fastest-growing independent real estate software companies and trusted technology partner to over 400,000 agents, teams, brokerages and top franchise brands, announced key initiatives to further enhance their vibrant client community and empower customers for long-term success. Stacey Soleil joins the company as the Senior Vice President of Community and Engagement, bringing over two decades of real estate industry experience, and a proven track record of fostering connections, building an engaging community, and driving client growth. New VP of Social & Product Engagement, Ryan Hartman, brings more than 20 years of real estate industry experience and Inside Real Estate product expertise to better engage and serve their community of brokers, team leaders, and agents.

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  • Industry veterans Stacey Soleil and Ryan Hartman will help foster a powerhouse customer community, and expanded Peer Coaching and product certification programs will empower customer success.
  • New VP of Social & Product Engagement, Ryan Hartman, brings more than 20 years of real estate industry experience and Inside Real Estate product expertise to better engage and serve their community of brokers, team leaders, and agents.
  • "The level of commitment Inside Real Estate is putting toward these programs eclipses what other companies in the space have been willing to put forth.
  • "Inside Real Estate exemplifies this ethos by choosing to place community squarely at the forefront of its customer engagement and operations.

Facilis Technology unveils New Software Releases featuring enhancements to Performance, Asset Management, Archival, and Security at NAB Show 2024

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

HUDSON, Mass., April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Facilis Technology, a globally recognized leader in providing cost-effective, high-performance shared storage solutions for collaborative media production networks, is set to showcase new high-performance server models, its latest asset management features and Smart Access Rules innovations at the highly anticipated NAB Show 2024. This event will serve as a platform for unveiling new features and product offerings, reaffirming Facilis' commitment to advancing creative workflows within its renowned HUB architecture.

Key Points: 
  • "At Facilis, we remain steadfast in our dedication to empowering the creative market with unparalleled workflow efficiency through our feature-rich HUB architecture."
  • NAB Show 2024 is taking place April 14 -17 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
  • This event provides an exceptional opportunity for professionals in the media and entertainment industry to experience firsthand the enhancements made to Facilis' Shared File System software, hardware, and asset management solutions.
  • Jim McKenna, Chief Marketing Officer at Facilis Technology, emphasized the significance of NAB for meaningful interactions and demonstrations.

eXeX & AdventHealth Surgery Center Innovation Tower Pioneer Use of Apple Vision Pro in Joint Replacement Surgery

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

This marks the first-ever use of Apple's spatial computing headset in a procedure of this kind, setting a new benchmark for technological innovation in surgery.

Key Points: 
  • This marks the first-ever use of Apple's spatial computing headset in a procedure of this kind, setting a new benchmark for technological innovation in surgery.
  • The landmark procedure was performed by G. Russell Huffman, MD, MPH of Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, and took place at AdventHealth Surgery Center Innovation Tower in Orlando, Florida.
  • eXeX's technology platform played a crucial role in the surgery, demonstrating the exceptional adaptability and potential of spatial computing applications in complex surgical environments.
  • AdventHealth Surgery Center Innovation Tower and eXeX partnered in 2023 to introduce spatial computing and artificial intelligence technology to the hospital's surgical teams.

eXeX & AdventHealth Surgery Center Innovation Tower Pioneer Use of Apple Vision Pro in Joint Replacement Surgery

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, April 2, 2024

This marks the first-ever use of Apple's spatial computing headset in a procedure of this kind, setting a new benchmark for technological innovation in surgery.

Key Points: 
  • This marks the first-ever use of Apple's spatial computing headset in a procedure of this kind, setting a new benchmark for technological innovation in surgery.
  • The landmark procedure was performed by G. Russell Huffman, MD, MPH of Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, and took place at AdventHealth Surgery Center Innovation Tower in Orlando, Florida.
  • eXeX's technology platform played a crucial role in the surgery, demonstrating the exceptional adaptability and potential of spatial computing applications in complex surgical environments.
  • AdventHealth Surgery Center Innovation Tower and eXeX partnered in 2023 to introduce spatial computing and artificial intelligence technology to the hospital's surgical teams.

World Class Dyslexia, Literacy, and Neuroscience Experts Gather with Educators for Two-Day Professional Learning Event

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Friday, March 29, 2024

PRINCETON, N.J., March 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Learning Ally, a national nonprofit working with U.S. K12 schools to strengthen reading outcomes, has announced the dates of its ninth Spotlight on Dyslexia virtual conference as June 5th and 6th, 2024.

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  • Spotlight on Dyslexia has become one of the most significant professional learning events in the field of education.
  • "By the fourth grade, an estimated 65% of children read below proficiency, and one in five faces a learning difference like dyslexia," said Dr. Terrie Noland, Learning Ally's VP of Educator Initiatives.
  • "Administrators and educators who participate in this conference and engage in ongoing professional learning programs will acquire the essential knowledge they need to become literacy leaders.
  • Networking opportunities with fellow educators in an innovative virtual environment where we celebrate schools and districts making strides in literacy instruction.