Advisory Council on Historic Preservation

Trellix Receives FedRAMP High Authorization to Operate for Trellix Extended Detection and Response GovCloud

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Monday, April 24, 2023

RSAC 2023 – Trellix, the cybersecurity company delivering the future of extended detection and response (XDR), today announced Trellix Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) has received Authorization to Operate (ATO) from the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP) at the High impact level.

Key Points: 
  • RSAC 2023 – Trellix, the cybersecurity company delivering the future of extended detection and response (XDR), today announced Trellix Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) has received Authorization to Operate (ATO) from the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP) at the High impact level.
  • Trellix is the first independent security vendor to receive ATO for EDR at the High impact level, which designates the vendor has undergone significant auditing and evaluation of its security controls.
  • “Trellix will work closely with the FedRAMP and the U.S. government to lead in achieving the Agency’s highest standard,” said Aparna Rayasam, Chief Product Officer at Trellix.
  • Customers outside of the U.S. government now have assurance Trellix EDR security controls are vetted by a FedRAMP-approved third-party assessor, and a sponsoring agency backs the Trellix certification.

Greenberg Traurig's Mike Schaengold to Speak at Thomson Reuters Government Contracts Year in Review Conference

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Wednesday, February 15, 2023

WASHINGTON, Feb. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mike Schaengold, chair of the Government Contracts & Projects Practice of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP, will be a featured speaker at this year's Thomson Reuters Government Contracts Year in Review Conference, Feb. 23-25.   

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  • Mike Schaengold, chair of the Government Contracts & Projects Practice of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP, will be a featured speaker at this year's Thomson Reuters Government Contracts Year in Review Conference, Feb. 23-25.
  • WASHINGTON, Feb. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mike Schaengold , chair of the Government Contracts & Projects Practice of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP, will be a featured speaker at this year's Thomson Reuters Government Contracts Year in Review Conference , Feb. 23-25.
  • The conference, which is being held as a series of virtual on-demand sessions this year, brings together thousands of leading attorneys, executives, and government officials for high-level, expert briefings on the past year's legal developments affecting government contracts.
  • He has published more than 80 articles on government contracts, Federal Circuit, GAO, and Court of Federal Claims issues.

Public Interest Registry Names Five New Members to its Advisory Council

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Monday, November 21, 2022

"We are honored to welcome our newest members to the Public Interest Registry Advisory Council from organizations around the world," said Jon Nevett, President and CEO of Public Interest Registry.

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  • "We are honored to welcome our newest members to the Public Interest Registry Advisory Council from organizations around the world," said Jon Nevett, President and CEO of Public Interest Registry.
  • The members are approved by the PIR Board of Directors in accordance with the Advisory Council Charter.
  • Public Interest Registry is proud to welcome the following new members to its Advisory Council:
    Andrea Abramowitz is from the United States and currently lives in Frisco, Texas.
  • In addition to these new members, the following current members will continue their service and round out the Advisory Council at nine members.

Public Interest Registry Names Five New Members to its Advisory Council

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Monday, November 21, 2022

"We are honored to welcome our newest members to the Public Interest Registry Advisory Council from organizations around the world," said Jon Nevett, President and CEO of Public Interest Registry.

Key Points: 
  • "We are honored to welcome our newest members to the Public Interest Registry Advisory Council from organizations around the world," said Jon Nevett, President and CEO of Public Interest Registry.
  • The members are approved by the PIR Board of Directors in accordance with the Advisory Council Charter.
  • Public Interest Registry is proud to welcome the following new members to its Advisory Council:
    Andrea Abramowitz is from the United States and currently lives in Frisco, Texas.
  • In addition to these new members, the following current members will continue their service and round out the Advisory Council at nine members.

Tesa Aragones appointed President, AKQA North America

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Wednesday, September 7, 2022

AKQA has appointed Tesa Aragones as President, North America.

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  • AKQA has appointed Tesa Aragones as President, North America.
  • AKQA North America employs around 1,250 people across its seven studios: San Francisco, Los Angeles, New York, Atlanta, Washington D.C., Portland and Miami.
  • In addition to serving as President, North America at AKQA, Tesa Aragones is on the Board of Directors at banking app Dave (NASDAQ: DAVE) and the Board of Tillys (NYSE: TLYS) a leading specialty retailer of casual apparel, footwear and accessories.
  • Tesa Aragones joins AKQA at a time of sustained growth, recognition and notable talent attracted to the agency.

PNC BANK LAUNCHES COMMUNITY ADVISORY COUNCIL WITH 17 NEW MEMBERS APPOINTED

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Wednesday, July 27, 2022

PITTSBURGH, July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PNC Bank announced the formation of a new national Community Advisory Council (CAC) with the appointment of 17 members, who will provide ongoing guidance for the Bank's community lending, investment, and service efforts in support of PNC's four-year Community Benefits Plan.

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  • PITTSBURGH, July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- PNC Bank announced the formation of a new national Community Advisory Council (CAC) with the appointment of 17 members, who will provide ongoing guidance for the Bank's community lending, investment, and service efforts in support of PNC's four-year Community Benefits Plan .
  • Under the national Community Benefits Plan, PNC committed to forming an advisory council comprisedof appointed local executives, community leaders, representatives of nonprofit organizations and other community stakeholders from across the bank's footprint.
  • The PNC CAC members announced today represent a broad range of expertise in community investment lending and services, small business development, and neighborhood revitalization from 11 states.
  • PNC Bank, N.A., is a member of The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (NYSE: PNC).

Workforce Policy Experts, Fortune 500 Employers, Leading Intermediaries Join National Effort to Expand Apprenticeships

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Thursday, May 12, 2022

WASHINGTON, May 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Apprenticeships for America (AFA), a new nonprofit focused on expanding registered apprenticeship programs nationwide, today announced the formation of its Advisory Council, which will bring together the employers, intermediaries, policymakers, and researchers responsible for shaping America's approach to work-based learning in the 21st century. The council will guide AFA's ongoing effort to build a stronger and more robust registered apprenticeship system across the country through collaboration with employers, intermediaries, education providers, labor and other organizations.

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  • The council will guide AFA's ongoing effort to build a stronger and more robust registered apprenticeship system across the country through collaboration with employers, intermediaries, education providers, labor and other organizations.
  • Apprenticeships for America launched in spring 2022 to respond to the challenges facing a strained and overburdened U.S. labor market.
  • One of the nation's leading voices in workforce development, Mr. Buford previously ran the Pittsburgh, PA and Milwaukee, WI workforce systems and served on then-Vice President Joe Biden's Advisory Taskforce on Workforce Development.
  • AFA will play a leading role in unleashing the potential of registered apprenticeships to significantly widen access to rewarding careers and benefit millions of American workers.

PEARL MILLING COMPANY CONTINUES COMMUNITY FUNDING EFFORTS WITH P.E.A.R.L. PLEDGE; 2022 APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN

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Thursday, April 28, 2022

CHICAGO, April 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pearl Milling Company, the pancake mix and syrup maker that has been creating memorable breakfast moments for over 130 years, today announces the second year of P.E.A.R.L. Pledge, its multi-year community funding initiative to support nonprofit organizations focused on uplifting Black women and girls. Starting today through May 18, eligible nonprofit organizations can apply at www.pearlmillingcompany.com/pearlpledge for a chance to receive a grant ranging from $25,000 to $100,000 to further their programming and impact in their communities. People can also nominate organizations through May 9 to participate in the application process. Grant recipients will be announced Fall 2022.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, April 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Pearl Milling Company, the pancake mix and syrup maker that has been creating memorable breakfast moments for over 130 years, today announces the second year of P.E.A.R.L.
  • Pledge , its multi-year community funding initiative to support nonprofit organizations focused on uplifting Black women and girls.
  • Recognizing the importance of Black women in the brand's history and the need to provide more support for Black women and girls today, P.E.A.R.L.
  • Pledge, visit www.pearlmillingcompany.com/pearlpledge and follow Pearl Milling Company on social media at www.facebook.com/pearlmillingcompany and www.instagram.com/pearlmillingcompany/ for updates on the program.

Federal Home Loan Bank Of Chicago Announces New Grant Programs Aimed At Increased Diversity In Affordable Housing Development And Small Business Growth

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Friday, April 1, 2022

CHICAGO, April 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --The Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago (FHLBank Chicago) today announced three program offerings designed to address critical affordable housing and community economic development needs in Illinois and Wisconsin.

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  • CHICAGO, April 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --The Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago (FHLBank Chicago) today announced three program offerings designed to address critical affordable housing and community economic development needs in Illinois and Wisconsin.
  • Two new programs target affordable housing development and access, while an enhanced capacity building program will bring needed support to small businesses.
  • Two FHLBank Chicago housing associates, Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) and Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA), will administer the Housing Counseling Resource Program on behalf of FHLBank Chicago.
  • "Downpayment Plus" and "DPP" are registered trademarks of the Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago.

ACCELERATOR FOR AMERICA ANNOUNCES NEW LEADERSHIP

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Wednesday, February 23, 2022

Accelerator for America's Advisory Council comprises mayors, labor leaders, corporate CEOs and non-profit executives from across the country.

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  • Accelerator for America's Advisory Council comprises mayors, labor leaders, corporate CEOs and non-profit executives from across the country.
  • "Accelerator for America was founded to lift mayors' and their cities' voices as we advocated for a once-in-a-generation federal infrastructure investment in front of Congress and two presidential administrations.
  • The Accelerator is now positioned to help local governments navigate implementation, as we work to build more inclusive, equitable and climate-conscious communities across America," Mayor Lucas said.
  • I am excited to see what he will bring to the Accelerator and to America."