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Micron Releases ‘What Makes Us Micron’ 2023 Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Report

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

“Micron is focused on cultivating a work environment where diverse perspectives and backgrounds combine to create innovative solutions to challenging technology problems,” said Micron President and CEO Sanjay Mehrotra.

Key Points: 
  • “Micron is focused on cultivating a work environment where diverse perspectives and backgrounds combine to create innovative solutions to challenging technology problems,” said Micron President and CEO Sanjay Mehrotra.
  • “This impressive engagement underscores the vibrant, supportive community Micron fosters,” said Vice President and Chief Diversity Inclusion Officer Fran Dillard.
  • Micron also scored 100 on the Disability Equality Index and the Human Rights Campaign’s Corporate Equality Index in 2023.
  • The full Micron report, titled “What Makes Us Micron: 2023 DEI Report,” can be found at www.micron.com/dei .

NV5 Awards 2024 National Society of Black Engineers Scholarships

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

HOLLYWOOD, Fla., March 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NV5 Global, Inc. (the “Company” or “NV5”) (Nasdaq: NVEE), a provider of technology, conformity assessment, and consulting solutions, announced today the winners of the 2024 NV5 National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) scholarship awards.

Key Points: 
  • HOLLYWOOD, Fla., March 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NV5 Global, Inc. (the “Company” or “NV5”) (Nasdaq: NVEE), a provider of technology, conformity assessment, and consulting solutions, announced today the winners of the 2024 NV5 National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) scholarship awards.
  • Founded in 1975, the National Society of Black Engineers is one of the largest student-governed organizations in the United States.
  • These individuals exemplify the values of NSBE, striving to become culturally responsible engineers who excel academically and contribute positively to their communities and professions.
  • “We continue to be impressed with the quality of applicants for the annual NV5 National Society of Black Engineers scholarship program, and we look forward to our ongoing NSBE partnership,” said Carl Henderson, PhD, PE, GE, Chief Diversity Officer for NV5.

Monomoy CRE, LLC Hires Experienced Engineering Professional Brian Fischbach, P.E. as Senior Manager, Civil Engineering

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

CHARLESTON, S.C., Feb. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Monomoy CRE, LLC (“we,” “us,” “our,” or “Monomoy,”) announced today the hiring of Brian Fischbach, P.E., as Senior Manager, Civil Engineering.

Key Points: 
  • CHARLESTON, S.C., Feb. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Monomoy CRE, LLC (“we,” “us,” “our,” or “Monomoy,”) announced today the hiring of Brian Fischbach, P.E., as Senior Manager, Civil Engineering.
  • Mr. Fischbach is an accomplished industry veteran with over 30 years of civil engineering, land development and permitting experience in all sectors of real estate development.
  • He is licensed as a Professional Engineer in Pennsylvania, Virginia, South Carolina, and Maryland and is a LEED 2.0 Accredited Professional.
  • "Brian’s substantial engineering and land planning experience will further reinforce Monomoy’s ability to provide innovative solutions to tenants’ real estate needs."

Constellation Ranks 9th on Barron’s List of the 100 Most Sustainable U.S. Companies

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

Constellation (Nasdaq: CEG), the nation’s largest producer of carbon-free energy, ranked ninth in Barron’s seventh annual “ 100 Most Sustainable Companies ” list, which measures the largest 1,000 publicly traded U.S. companies using 230 environmental, social and governance criteria ranging from workplace diversity to greenhouse-gas emissions.

Key Points: 
  • Constellation (Nasdaq: CEG), the nation’s largest producer of carbon-free energy, ranked ninth in Barron’s seventh annual “ 100 Most Sustainable Companies ” list, which measures the largest 1,000 publicly traded U.S. companies using 230 environmental, social and governance criteria ranging from workplace diversity to greenhouse-gas emissions.
  • Constellation, making its debut on the list this year, achieved the highest score of any energy company.
  • Barron’s worked with Calvert Research and Management, a leader in responsible investing, to compile the rankings.
  • Constellation delivered significant community impact on 2023, contributing $18.7 million in combined philanthropic giving in support of more than 4,400 charities nationwide.

50K Coalition Founders Call for Increased Diversity Amid DEI Rollbacks

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Monday, February 19, 2024

The 50K Coalition will discuss the report’s finding via a virtual symposium – “Engineering a Brighter Future” – on Monday, Feb. 19 at 12:00 p.m. EST.

Key Points: 
  • The 50K Coalition will discuss the report’s finding via a virtual symposium – “Engineering a Brighter Future” – on Monday, Feb. 19 at 12:00 p.m. EST.
  • The report comes amid the current rollback of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts in academic and corporate environments.
  • The group includes more than 60 diversity engineering organizations, academic institutions, and corporations committed to increasing diverse representation in engineering.
  • While the 50,000 graduates milestone was achieved earlier than the target date, the Coalition acknowledges there is much more to be done.

Omar A. Jackson Joins Gilbane Building Company's New York Division as Director of Safety

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Friday, March 1, 2024

NEW YORK, March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Gilbane Building Company, the leading global, family-owned construction management company, announces Omar A. Jackson as Director of Safety for its New York operations. Omar brings over 20 years of experience in Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS), spanning various industries, including major transportation systems, construction, manufacturing, and pharmaceuticals. He has a proven track record of creating vibrant and engaged company safety cultures and developing best-in-class programs through enterprise-wide strategic partnerships and education opportunities.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Gilbane Building Company, the leading global, family-owned construction management company, announces Omar A. Jackson as Director of Safety for its New York operations.
  • He will collaborate with the New York leadership team and ensure the IIF safety mindset is a priority at the highest level," said Drew Gaskins, Area Director for Safety, Gilbane Building Company.
  • He will collaborate with the New York leadership team and ensure the IIF safety mindset is a priority at the highest level," said Drew Gaskins, Area Director for Safety, Gilbane Building Company.
  • This commitment is evident in every interaction, from our clients to the trade contractors and the community," said Omar A. Jackson, New York Director of Safety.

The National Society of Leadership and Success Announces Their First Lineup of Guest Speakers for 2024

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Friday, February 16, 2024

ORLANDO, Fla., Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Every year, The National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) hosts approximately six Speaker Broadcasts .

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  • ORLANDO, Fla., Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Every year, The National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) hosts approximately six Speaker Broadcasts .
  • Their life-changing leadership program helps students accelerate their personal growth, achieve career success, and have a positive impact on their communities.
  • On February 13th, the National Society of Leadership and Success hosted its first Speaker Broadcast event of 2024, titled A Conversation with Tamron Hall.
  • The National Society of Leadership and Success students have the opportunity to ask questions to all their guest speakers by submitting their inquiries beforehand.

Essential Edge Commences Next Stage of Strategic Growth Plan by Naming New Board of Advisors

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Friday, February 16, 2024

SANTA FE, N.M., Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Essential Edge Compliance Outsourcing Services LLC (Essential Edge), which provides third-party compliance services for broker-dealers and registered investment advisers (RIAs), announces the appointment of five highly regarded and experienced wealth management industry executives to its newly formed Board of Advisors.

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  • The members of the Essential Edge Board of Advisors include the following professionals:
    Larry Roth, Managing Partner of RLR Strategic Partners, a consultancy and M&A advisory firm.
  • Joseph Kuo, Founder and CEO of Haven Tower, a leading strategic communications agency for the wealth management industry.
  • She was on the Board of Directors of the National Society of Compliance Professionals (NSCP) from 2014-2019, serving as its Chair in 2018.
  • He was previously a founder of Entreda, a company that quickly rose to become the top provider of cybersecurity compliance software to financial services firms.

University of Phoenix’s Ongoing Sponsorship of Jobs for Arizona Graduates' Mentoring Program

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

University of Phoenix is proud to share its ongoing commitment to supporting Jobs for Arizona Graduates (JAG) by sponsoring their annual educational trip to Washington, D.C.

Key Points: 
  • University of Phoenix is proud to share its ongoing commitment to supporting Jobs for Arizona Graduates (JAG) by sponsoring their annual educational trip to Washington, D.C.
  • A student from the mentoring program, Jenna Flores, shared her experience, stating, "The mentoring program has been instrumental in my personal and academic growth.
  • The JAG LEADS mentoring program, a longstanding collaboration between the University and Jobs for Arizona Graduates, connects University of Phoenix mentors with high school students enrolled in the program, providing monthly workshops to the students, 1:1 mentorship on academic and career development.
  • The University of Phoenix-sponsored mentoring program is a natural extension of the University’s deep-rooted commitment to corporate social responsibility (CSR).

NBC10's Latoyia Edwards to Host NSBE Boston's 6th Annual Inspire STEM Gala

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

With the theme "Black is STEM," this year's gala recognizes Black History in the making.

Key Points: 
  • With the theme "Black is STEM," this year's gala recognizes Black History in the making.
  • Hosted by Emmy-award winning news anchor Latoyia Edwards , the gala promises an evening of inspiration and recognition.
  • The 6th Annual Inspire STEM Gala will take place from 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm on February 24th.
  • Join NBC10's Latoyia Edwards, NSBE Boston, and keynote speaker Janeen Uzzell for a night of Black STEM excellence.