Diplomatics

Battelle Delivers Up-Armored Ford Expeditions to U.S. Department of State

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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Battelle has delivered four upgraded Ford Expeditions to the United States Department of State (DoS) for testing, evaluation, and certification.

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  • Battelle has delivered four upgraded Ford Expeditions to the United States Department of State (DoS) for testing, evaluation, and certification.
  • Battelle upgraded the Expeditions with armor and technology to meet specific protection mission requirements while leaving the original showroom appearance.
  • Battelle is also producing 229 up-armored Toyota Land Cruiser 200s for DoS that will be delivered within the next 15 months.
  • “We are really proud of these vehicles,” said Battelle Ground Systems Senior Program Manager Jim LaBine.

Clearspeed Expands Leadership in Government, Defense & Security Sector with Top Talent Appointment, Former US Dept of State Executive

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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Blersch will lead delivering Clearspeed's AI-powered risk assessment solutions across agencies, drive strategic development to meet stakeholder needs, and empower a team of government relations experts.

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  • Blersch will lead delivering Clearspeed's AI-powered risk assessment solutions across agencies, drive strategic development to meet stakeholder needs, and empower a team of government relations experts.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240305247898/en/
    Blersch brings over 35 years of deep public sector experience in developing, implementing, and advising on technology-led programs to address the nation’s top global security challenges.
  • “I’m honored to join the remarkable team at Clearspeed and eager to advance its mission to build trust faster with a reimagined approach to risk assessment,” says Blersch.
  • Recently, Clearspeed appointed ex-U.S. Federal Government executive, Parker Wise , and retired British Army Brigadier General, Lance Mans , to its advisory board.

U.S. Department of State Opens Application for 2025 Cohort of William D. Clarke, Sr. Diplomatic Security Fellowship

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Monday, February 12, 2024
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Washington, D.C., Feb. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The U.S. Department of State is now accepting applications for the 2025 cohort of the William D. Clarke, Sr.

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  • Washington, D.C., Feb. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The U.S. Department of State is now accepting applications for the 2025 cohort of the William D. Clarke, Sr.
  • Diplomatic Security (Clarke DS) Fellowship , a unique diversity recruitment program that provides academic funding for a two-year master’s degree program while preparing fellows to enter the Foreign Service as Diplomatic Security Service (DSS) Special Agent s .
  • Funded by the Department of State and administered by The Washington Center for Internships and Academic Seminars (TWC), the Clarke DS Fellowship aims to attract qualified candidates to the Diplomatic Security Service who represent ethnic, racial, gender, social, and geographic diversity.
  • Applicants for the 2025 cohort must be planning to enter a full-time, two-year master’s degree program in fall 2025.

In Celebration of the George Washington Presidential Library's Tenth Anniversary, Mount Vernon to Host Prestigious Democracy Symposium

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
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MOUNT VERNON, Va., Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On November 2 - 4, 2023, George Washington's Mount Vernon will assemble many of the nation's most respected and thoughtful historians, authors, journalists, and leaders for an important examination of American democracy. The Great Experiment: Democracy from the Founding to the Future will offer thoughtful discussions and insights on the history and future of democracy in the U.S., along with America's new challenges for protecting its democratic form of government. The event also will feature the release of a new report sponsored by The George Washington Presidential Library in partnership with the University of Virginia Center for Politics on Americans' views on the future of democracy.

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  • George Washington's Mount Vernon to host top leaders and experts for an important symposium on American democracy.
  • Friday, November 3rd, will feature a full day of conference speakers, a cocktail reception and open house at the George Washington Presidential Library, and dinner at Mount Vernon.
  • This event is hosted in celebration of the tenth anniversary of George Washington Presidential Library at Mount Vernon .
  • Mount Vernon, the home of George Washington, is owned and maintained by the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association, the oldest national historic preservation organization in the United States.

U.S. Department of State Opens Application for 2024 Cohort of William D. Clarke, Sr. Diplomatic Security Fellowship

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Tuesday, July 18, 2023
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Washington, D.C., July 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The U.S. Department of State is now accepting applications for the 2024 cohort of the William D. Clarke, Sr.

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  • Washington, D.C., July 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The U.S. Department of State is now accepting applications for the 2024 cohort of the William D. Clarke, Sr.
  • Two summer practicums (one in Washington, D.C. with the Diplomatic Security Service , one overseas at a U. S. embassy or consulate).
  • Upon successful completion of the fellowship program and Foreign Service entry requirements, Clarke DS Fellows receive an appointment as a Foreign Service Diplomatic Security Service (DSS) Special Agent.
  • The Clarke DS Fellowship aims to attract qualified candidates to the Diplomatic Security Service who represent ethnic, racial, gender, social, and geographic diversity.

TorchStone Welcomes Personal Protection Expert Christopher Keenan to Deliver Proactive Private Client Security Services

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, April 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- TorchStone Global, a premiere risk mitigation and security firm, announced that Christopher Keenan has joined the team as Vice President. Christopher brings over 25 years of experience in worldwide security operations, management, and leadership, including 18 years as a Special Agent with the U.S. Department of State's Diplomatic Security Service.

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  • LOS ANGELES, April 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- TorchStone Global, a premiere risk mitigation and security firm, announced that Christopher Keenan has joined the team as Vice President.
  • He will provide executive protection, event and venue security coordination, threat and vulnerability assessments, risk mitigation, secure travel operations and logistics, internal program audits, and training.
  • TorchStone Global is a leader in global risk mitigation and security, delivering proactive guidance and protection for prominent clients around the globe.
  • Combining state-of-the-art proactive strategies with experienced professionals and cutting-edge technologies, TorchStone provides discreet, relationship-based security solutions for their clients around the globe.

International SOS Hires Former Boeing Company VP And Chief Security Officer As New Security Advisor

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Thursday, January 26, 2023
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International SOS has announced today that they have hired retired Vice President and Chief Security Officer of The Boeing Company, Dave Komendat, as their new Senior Security Advisor.

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  • International SOS has announced today that they have hired retired Vice President and Chief Security Officer of The Boeing Company, Dave Komendat, as their new Senior Security Advisor.
  • “International SOS is known for providing the most high-quality health and security care to its clients, and I’m pleased to join this team,” said Dave Komendat, Senior Security Advisor at International SOS.
  • “Dave is among the best of the best in the security industry,” said Jarrett Michau, Chief Executive Officer, Americas, at International SOS.
  • This roster includes but is not limited to:
    Kelly Johnstone, former Chief Security Officer and Executive Vice President of The Coca Cola Company.

Gabe Osiier Joins Alpha Omega as Senior Vice President of Core Accounts

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Thursday, December 8, 2022
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VIENNA, Va., Dec. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Alpha Omega Integration announced today that Gabe Osiier has joined the organization as Senior Vice President of Core Accounts.

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  • VIENNA, Va., Dec. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Alpha Omega Integration announced today that Gabe Osiier has joined the organization as Senior Vice President of Core Accounts.
  • During college, Gabe interned with the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) which jump started his career of service in national security and government services.
  • Before joining Alpha Omega, he was a Senior Executive at CACI, building and maintaining relations with clients, identifying key business opportunities, and directing development of client-customized solutions.
  • "I want to continue Alpha Omega's longstanding tradition of outstanding customer service and bring my legacy of proven growth to the business unit," Gabe Osiier said.

Hyatt Announces the Opening of Hyatt Regency Trivandrum

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Monday, November 28, 2022
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The hotel is the third Hyatt property in the state of Kerala following the opening of Grand Hyatt Kochi and Hyatt Regency Thrissur, and the sixteenth Hyatt Regency hotel in the country a significant milestone in Hyatts brand growth in the Indian market.

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  • The hotel is the third Hyatt property in the state of Kerala following the opening of Grand Hyatt Kochi and Hyatt Regency Thrissur, and the sixteenth Hyatt Regency hotel in the country a significant milestone in Hyatts brand growth in the Indian market.
  • Commenting on the opening, Rahul Raj, general manager at Hyatt Regency Trivandrum, said, The opening of Hyatt Regency Trivandrum marks an important step forward in Hyatts brand expansion in India.
  • Were excited to serve guests and World of Hyatt members as we welcome them to Hyatt Regency Trivandrum.
  • The Company's offering includes brands in the Timeless Collection, including Park Hyatt, Grand Hyatt, Hyatt Regency, Hyatt, Hyatt Residence Club, Hyatt Place, Hyatt House, and UrCove; the Boundless Collection, including Miraval, Alila, Andaz, Thompson Hotels, Hyatt Centric, and Caption by Hyatt; the Independent Collection, including The Unbound Collection by Hyatt, Destination by Hyatt, and JdV by Hyatt; and the Inclusive Collection, including Hyatt Ziva, Hyatt Zilara, Zotry Wellness & Spa Resorts, Secrets Resorts & Spas, Breathless Resorts & Spas, Dreams Resorts & Spas, Vivid Hotels & Resorts, Alua Hotels & Resorts, and Sunscape Resorts & Spas.

U.S. State Department Launches the William D. Clarke, Sr. Diplomatic Security Fellowship

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Monday, October 3, 2022
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This two-year graduate fellowship, one of several high-profile State Department diversity recruitment programs, is designed for individuals who want to pursue a masters degree and a career as a Diplomatic Security Service (DSS) Special Agent in the Foreign Service.

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  • This two-year graduate fellowship, one of several high-profile State Department diversity recruitment programs, is designed for individuals who want to pursue a masters degree and a career as a Diplomatic Security Service (DSS) Special Agent in the Foreign Service.
  • The Clarke DS Fellowship aims to attract qualified candidates to the Diplomatic Security Service who represent ethnic, racial, gender, social, and geographic diversity.
  • Upon successful completion of the fellowship program and Foreign Service entry requirements, Clarke DS Fellows receive an appointment as a Foreign Service Diplomatic Security Service (DSS) Special Agent.
  • Were honored to partner with the U.S. Department of State on this new graduate fellowship program, said Kim Churches, TWC president.