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Hispanic C-Suite Corporate Council Announces Leslie Sanchez, Jorge Ferraez and Ana Mollinedo Mims to the HC3 Board of Directors

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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In another significant move to bolster the representation of Hispanic leaders in corporate America, the Hispanic C-Suite Corporate Council (HC3) is proud to announce the appointment of Leslie Sanchez, Jorge Ferraez, and Ana Mollinedo Mims to the Board of Directors.

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  • In another significant move to bolster the representation of Hispanic leaders in corporate America, the Hispanic C-Suite Corporate Council (HC3) is proud to announce the appointment of Leslie Sanchez, Jorge Ferraez, and Ana Mollinedo Mims to the Board of Directors.
  • This strategic decision marks the organization’s continued commitment to enhance the development, leadership, and philanthropic efforts of Hispanic executives and fortify the Hispanic influence within their respective companies, industries, and communities.
  • George Herrera, Chairman of the Board, and Andre Arbelaez, President and CEO of HC3, highlighted the organization's strategic initiatives to elevate Hispanic business leaders within C-Suite roles and the U.S. economic-driving power of the Hispanic market.
  • Under Herrera's and Arbelaez’s leadership, HC3 is set to embark on a transformative journey from its headquarters in Detroit, Michigan.

Iveda and ClearView Asset Protection Partner to Enhance Public Safety with Artificial Intelligence

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Hardware, IOT (Internet of Things), Semiconductor, Security, State, Local, Technology, Law Enforcement, Emergency Services, Audio, Video, Public Safety, Public Policy, Government, Artificial Intelligence, Other Technology, Telecommunications, Networks, Internet, Mobile, Wireless, Unified school district, Amber, Law enforcement, Sale, Child, Transport, AI, Smoke, Amber alert, IVDA, Person

Iveda ® (NASDAQ:IVDA), the global solution for cloud-based AI, today announced a collaboration with ClearView Asset Protection to help improve local public safety systems, such as AMBER Alerts, major interstate highways, sports stadiums, and more.

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  • Iveda ® (NASDAQ:IVDA), the global solution for cloud-based AI, today announced a collaboration with ClearView Asset Protection to help improve local public safety systems, such as AMBER Alerts, major interstate highways, sports stadiums, and more.
  • Deploying IvedaAI, local law enforcement can be quickly notified, analyze and report situations from video data to help locate, track, and isolate danger in real-time.
  • Public services, like AMBER Alert, allows law enforcement to notify the public, broadcasters and state transportation officials to be on the lookout for the child and persons of interest.
  • “By working together with ClearView Asset Protection, we are continuing our mission to deliver solutions that help protect the people and places that matter most, implementing cutting-edge technology for the greater good,” said David Ly, Iveda CEO and founder.

Hiring Growth for Small Businesses Continues in March

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Insurance, Human Resources, Labor, Finance, Consulting, Public Policy, Government, Professional Services, Small Business, Other Professional Services, Employment, Entertainment, Growth, Labour, Federal, Bureau, Small business, Creative Commons, CFA, Index, Recreation, Atmosphere, Federal Reserve, ADP

The CBIZ SBEI tracks payroll and hiring trends for over 3,000 companies that have 300 or fewer employees, providing broad insight into small business trends.

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  • The CBIZ SBEI tracks payroll and hiring trends for over 3,000 companies that have 300 or fewer employees, providing broad insight into small business trends.
  • Meanwhile, the ADP employment report indicated hiring growth among small, medium and large-sized companies.
  • Small businesses accounted for an increase of 16,000 of those jobs on a seasonally adjusted, month-over-month basis.
  • Whether small businesses can continue this hiring trend is up in the air.

Allyant Launches a Government-Specific Program to Support the DOJ's New Rule Requiring State and Local Governments to Improve Accessibility for Web, Mobile, and Electronic Documents

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Technology, Mobile, Wireless, People with Disabilities, Advocacy Group Opinion, Courts, Public Policy, Government, Internet, State, Local, Consumer, Disability, PDF, DOJ, Disability discrimination act, WCAG, Title II, Software

Allyant's government-centric program offers a range of accessibility solutions dedicated to supporting federal, state, and local governments in achieving digital inclusivity and compliance.

Key Points: 
  • Allyant's government-centric program offers a range of accessibility solutions dedicated to supporting federal, state, and local governments in achieving digital inclusivity and compliance.
  • Under Title II of the ADA, state and local governments must make their services, activities, and programs accessible to people with disabilities.
  • Until now, no established rules have provided state and local governments with clear guidance for achieving accessibility compliance in the digital environment.
  • Allyant has worked closely with federal, state, and local government agencies for over two decades to deliver accessible communications to their constituents.

2024 Abrigo Fraud Survey: 61% of Americans Still Write Checks and Millions Fall Victim to Check Fraud

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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Perhaps surprisingly, Gen Z and Millennials self-reported writing more checks than Gen Xers 45 – 54 years old:

Key Points: 
  • Perhaps surprisingly, Gen Z and Millennials self-reported writing more checks than Gen Xers 45 – 54 years old:
    Just over half (51%) of check fraud victims had been targeted two or more times.
  • The survey also found that small business owners more often were victims of financial fraud than others, with 57% reporting they’ve been targeted.
  • They also dealt with more check fraud too: 60% of small businesses experiencing check fraud reported two or more instances.
  • The survey revealed that small businesses have a greater awareness of check fraud technology (66%) than the general population.

Red Cell Partners and General Catalyst Co-Develop Andesite to Advance Cybersecurity for Analysts

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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Red Cell Partners and General Catalyst today announced the public launch of Andesite AI (“Andesite”), a cybersecurity company dedicated to delivering cutting-edge technology to overburdened cybersecurity teams.

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  • Red Cell Partners and General Catalyst today announced the public launch of Andesite AI (“Andesite”), a cybersecurity company dedicated to delivering cutting-edge technology to overburdened cybersecurity teams.
  • Co-developed by Red Cell and General Catalyst, Andesite has built an advanced AI security analytics platform to empower both private- and public-sector cyber analysts to defend against advanced persistent threats (APTs).
  • Andesite is the latest company to launch under Red Cell’s newly formed Cyber Practice, led by George Barnes, a former Deputy Director of the National Security Agency (NSA).
  • "I partnered with General Catalyst to help bring global resilience to our most critical industries.

Alliant Insurance Services Acquires Vinsa Insurance Associates, Expands California Footprint

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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Alliant Insurance Services has acquired Vinsa Insurance Associates within its Alliant Public Entity division, expanding its footprint in California.

Key Points: 
  • Alliant Insurance Services has acquired Vinsa Insurance Associates within its Alliant Public Entity division, expanding its footprint in California.
  • Based in Lancaster, California, Vinsa is an independent P&C insurance agency that specializes in providing customized and comprehensive insurance coverage solutions for commercial and personal lines, with a focus on serving public entity organizations.
  • Vinsa works with many of the highest-rated insurance carriers, aiding clients in securing the right company and coverage for their unique insurance requirements.
  • Vinsa Insurance Associates is currently operating as Vinsa from its headquarters in Lancaster, California.

Construction Begins at Avangrid’s First California Solar Farm

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Environment, Commercial Building & Real Estate, Construction & Property, Utilities, Public Policy, Government, Alternative Energy, Sustainability, Energy, State, Local, BLM, Bureau, AGR, Renewable energy

Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE: AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, today announced that construction is now underway at the Camino Solar Project in Kern County, California.

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  • Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE: AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, today announced that construction is now underway at the Camino Solar Project in Kern County, California.
  • Camino Solar is Avangrid’s first photovoltaic project in California with a capacity of 57 MW (44 MWac).
  • “With this major milestone, we are one step closer to delivering clean solar energy in California to go along with our six wind energy facilities in the state.
  • Camino Solar is adjacent to Avangrid’s 189 MW Manzana Wind Farm, which reached commercial operation in 2012.

AltaSea CEO Terry Tamminen Headlines Our Ocean Conference in Greece

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles today announced that its President & CEO Terry Tamminen will be a featured panelist at the 9th annual Our Ocean Conference, taking place in Athens, Greece on April 16 & 17.

Key Points: 
  • AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles today announced that its President & CEO Terry Tamminen will be a featured panelist at the 9th annual Our Ocean Conference, taking place in Athens, Greece on April 16 & 17.
  • The invitation-only conference convenes blue economy experts to discuss innovative ocean solutions and strengthen commitments to sea and ocean protection and sustainability.
  • Tamminen will join a panel discussion on “Establishing a Sustainable Blue Economy.”
    More details on the 2024 Our Ocean Conference, as well as ways to stream the panel, can be found here: https://www.ourocean2024.gov.gr/ .
  • The conference brings together governments, international organizations, researchers, the private sector, and nonprofits that have a shared vision and goal to protect the ocean.

Mark Farrah Associates Simplifies Health Insurance Data Analytics with the Health Coverage Portal

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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Mark Farrah Associates (MFA) , a leading data aggregator and publisher of health plan market data and analytics, aggregates industry metrics from statutory financial statements filed with state insurance regulators in its Health Coverage Portal™ (HCP).

Key Points: 
  • Mark Farrah Associates (MFA) , a leading data aggregator and publisher of health plan market data and analytics, aggregates industry metrics from statutory financial statements filed with state insurance regulators in its Health Coverage Portal™ (HCP).
  • Mark Farrah Associates continually strives for ongoing product enhancement and development, to further simplify the analysis of health insurance business.
  • For companies seeking comprehensive market data, MFA offers the Health Coverage Portal™ , an online application that integrates NAIC and CA DMHC financial statements, relevant government reports and MFA self-insured datasets.
  • To learn more about the Health Coverage Portal™ and MFA’s other valuable health insurance analytic tools, contact Mark Farrah Associates at 724-338-4100 or visit www.markfarrah.com .