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NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY (NIIT) PARTNERS WITH FLORIDA ORGANIZATIONS FOR SEMICONDUCTOR ACCELERATOR EVENT

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023
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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla., Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the National Institute for Innovation and Technology (NIIT) – the leader in developing the U.S. semiconductor talent pipeline through Registered Apprenticeships – will share insights on the national strategy to build that pipeline at the Securing Our Nation, Building the Future: Semiconductors, Nanotechnology, and Manufacturing Supply Chain Registered Apprenticeship Accelerator event.

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  • NIIT joins fellow workforce development leaders from the Florida Department of Education, CareerSource Brevard, FloridaMakes, and the Economic Development Commission of Florida's Space Coast from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Canaveral Port Authority.
  • The accelerator is timely, following a September announcement from Florida Governor Ron Desantis that $50 million will be dedicated to workforce development in the semiconductor industry, funded by FloridaCommerce and the Florida Department of Education.
  • NIIT's GAINS program provides participants the ability to "learn while they earn", positioning them for long-term employment in tech-related fields and advanced manufacturing.
  • For more information on NIIT and its programs, contact:
    Martha Ponge at the NIIT: [email protected]
    For more information about the accelerator event, contact:
    Melissa Byers at CareerSource Brevard: [email protected]

M&T Bank Appoints Phil Cohen as Maine Regional President

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Thursday, September 14, 2023
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BUFFALO, N.Y., Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- M&T Bank (NYSE:MTB) today announced its appointment of Phil Cohen as Regional President of Maine.

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  • BUFFALO, N.Y., Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- M&T Bank (NYSE:MTB) today announced its appointment of Phil Cohen as Regional President of Maine.
  • Cohen will continue to serve in his role as Commercial Senior Group Manager Commercial Real Estate New Hampshire/Maine.
  • "Phil's combination of deep banking experience and knowledge of Maine continues to be an asset to M&T, our partners, and our customers," said Mike Keegan, M&T Bank Senior Executive Vice President and Head of Community Banking.
  • "It's an amazing opportunity to serve as regional president," said Cohen.

Walkersville EDC to Host Business Networking Event on September 18, 2023

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023
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WALKERSVILLE, Md., Sept. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Walkersville Economic Development Commission (EDC) is hosting a networking opportunity for all businesses located in the 21793 zip code, as well as members of the Walkersville Business and Professional Association (WBPA).

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  • An opportunity for business owners and the Economic Development Commission to work together to improve business in Walkersville, MD
    WALKERSVILLE, Md., Sept. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Walkersville Economic Development Commission (EDC) is hosting a networking opportunity for all businesses located in the 21793 zip code, as well as members of the Walkersville Business and Professional Association (WBPA).
  • The event will be held on September 18, 2023 at 7:00 in Walkersville Town Hall.
  • The members of the EDC will be present to meet with business owners and representatives to answer questions and to learn what is needed to be successful in business in Walkersville, Maryland.
  • Please RSVP to [email protected] by Monday, September 11, 2023 4:30 PM.

Oregon-based Rogue Valley Microdevices to Open Microfabrication Facility in Palm Bay

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Wednesday, June 28, 2023
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MEDFORD, Ore. , June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Company's second pureplay MEMS fab creates 75 new high-tech jobs along Florida's Space Coast

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  • Rogue Valley Microdevices , an Oregon-based advanced manufacturing company specializing in microelectromechanical systems (MEMS)— tiny intelligent devices that improve our quality of life in myriad ways—today announced its acquisition of a 50,000-square-foot commercial building in Palm Bay, Florida to serve as its second microfabrication facility.
  • Targeting an overall MEMS market expected to reach $22.3B by 2027, according to Yole Intelligence , Rogue Valley Microdevices has been serving a global customer base from its Medford, Oregon facility since 2003.
  • "For the last two decades, Rogue Valley Microdevices has played a critical role in the MEMS and sensor ecosystem," said Jessica Gomez, founder and CEO, Rogue Valley Microdevices.
  • Rogue Valley Microdevices has completed its purchase of a commercial building located at 2301 Commerce Drive in Palm Bay, Florida.

Scivita Medical's Headquarters, R&D and Manufacturing Plant Officially Opened

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Friday, June 2, 2023
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SUZHOU, China, June 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On June 2, 2023 (Beijing Time), Scivita Medical's headquarters, R&D and manufacturing plant was officially opened in Suzhou Industrial Park (SIP).

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  • SUZHOU, China, June 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On June 2, 2023 (Beijing Time), Scivita Medical's headquarters, R&D and manufacturing plant was officially opened in Suzhou Industrial Park (SIP).
  • Dr Chin To, Scivita Medical's co-founder, General Manager, Chief Technology Officer, said: "The newly established headquarters, R&D and manufacturing plant is a significant milestone in Scivita Medical's journey, and it will play a big part in enhancing the comprehensive strength of Scivita Medical in all aspects.
  • Over the years, Scivita Medical's endoscopes have acquired the competitive edge required to thrive in the global market.
  • The official opening of Scivita Medical's headquarters, R&D and manufacturing plant will further strengthen its comprehensive capabilities in innovation, R&D, and production on a global scale.

Scivita Medical's Headquarters, R&D and Manufacturing Plant Officially Opened

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Friday, June 2, 2023
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SUZHOU, China, June 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On June 2, 2023 (Beijing Time), Scivita Medical's headquarters, R&D and manufacturing plant was officially opened in Suzhou Industrial Park (SIP).

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  • SUZHOU, China, June 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On June 2, 2023 (Beijing Time), Scivita Medical's headquarters, R&D and manufacturing plant was officially opened in Suzhou Industrial Park (SIP).
  • Dr Chin To, Scivita Medical's co-founder, General Manager, Chief Technology Officer, said: "The newly established headquarters, R&D and manufacturing plant is a significant milestone in Scivita Medical's journey, and it will play a big part in enhancing the comprehensive strength of Scivita Medical in all aspects.
  • Over the years, Scivita Medical's endoscopes have acquired the competitive edge required to thrive in the global market.
  • The official opening of Scivita Medical's headquarters, R&D and manufacturing plant will further strengthen its comprehensive capabilities in innovation, R&D, and production on a global scale.

Tulsa Awarded $38.2 Million Build Back Better Grant from the U.S. Economic Development Administration

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Friday, September 2, 2022
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TULSA, Okla., Sept. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Biden administration and the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) announced today that Tulsa is one of 21 recipients to be awarded a Build Back Better - American Rescue Plan grant in the amount of $38.2 million. The funds will be used by a Tulsa-based coalition of organizations from the government, nonprofit, academia, and private sectors, including the Indian Nations Council of Governments and Tulsa Innovation Labs, among others, to create the Tulsa Regional Advanced Mobility (TRAM) Corridor. The goal of this corridor is to cultivate a diverse hub for research, development, and production in the advanced mobility (AM) industry, resulting in an anticipated generation of 30-40,000 jobs—the equivalent of $3.5-5 billion in economic activity—over the first 2-3 years.

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  • They will work with multiple partners including Tulsa Innovation Labs (TIL), Tulsa Ports , Oklahoma State University , Osage LLC , City of Tulsa, Partner Tulsa and the Tulsa Regional Chamber .
  • "This is a huge win for the Tulsa metro as we look to expand advanced mobility opportunities in northeast Oklahoma," Tulsa Mayor G.T.
  • Build Back Better "is the marquee of the EDA's American Rescue Plan," designed to boost pandemic economic recovery and rebuild American communities.
  • PartnerTulsa is the City of Tulsa's economic development Authority that streamlines and strengthens Tulsa's economic development efforts through the merging of the Mayor's Office of Economic Development (MOED), Tulsa Industrial Authority (TIA), Tulsa Parking Authority (TPA), and Economic Development Commission (EDC) into a single, enhanced Public Trust.

Seasoned Corporate Lawyer Robert M. Mintz Joins Fragner Seifert Pace & Winograd, LLP as a Named Partner Firm Changes Name to Fragner Seifert Pace & Mintz, LLP

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Wednesday, March 2, 2022
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AUSTIN, Texas and LOS ANGELES, March 2, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The boutique commercial real estate transactional and business services law firm of Fragner Seifert Pace & Winograd, LLP is pleased to announce that seasoned corporate lawyer Robert M. Mintz has joined the firm as a named partner, and that the firm has changed its name to Fragner Seifert Pace & Mintz, LLP.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas and LOS ANGELES, March 2, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The boutique commercial real estate transactional and business services law firm of Fragner Seifert Pace & Winograd, LLP is pleased to announce that seasoned corporate lawyer Robert M. Mintz has joined the firm as a named partner, and that the firm has changed its name to Fragner Seifert Pace & Mintz, LLP.
  • "I'm delighted to welcome Rob to the firm and am excited to introduce a person of his talent and accomplishment to our clients," said Matthew C. Fragner, a founding partner at Fragner Seifert Pace & Mintz, LLP.
  • Founded in 2005, Fragner Seifert Pace & Mintz, LLP is a boutique law firm with offices in and around Los Angeles, CA, in suburban Philadelphia, PA and Austin, TX.
  • SOURCE Fragner Seifert Pace & Mintz, LLP

Women-Led Startup SheFly Apparel Wins 2022 Outdoor Retailer Innovation Award

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Friday, February 11, 2022
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"It's not every day you see your startup's name appear on a list alongside so many established industry idols -- from Smartwool and Oakley to Outside and YKK," said Georgia Grace Edwards, fellow SheFly Co-Founder. "To be selected as a Finalist among the crowd of applicants was an honor; to be selected as a Winner is an absolute distinction we're still pinching ourselves to believe."

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  • GUNNISON, Colo., Feb. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Female-founded outdoor clothing startup SheFly Apparel has won an Outdoor Retailer Innovation award for their Go There Pant.
  • "Congratulations to all of this year's finalists and winners of the Outdoor Retailer Innovation Awards," said Marisa Nicholson, Outdoor Retailer Senior Vice President and Show Director.
  • SheFly Apparel is a women's apparel brand on a mission to ensure that everyone can relieve themselves outdoors with comfort and safety.
  • More information about SheFly can be found in the SheFly press kit or on the SheFly website .

Westrock Coffee Announces Major Plant Expansions - Including Nation’s Largest Roasting to Ready-To-Drink Packaging Facility

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Friday, December 17, 2021
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20211216006195/en/

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20211216006195/en/
    From left to right: Bart Castleberry, mayor of Conway, Arkansas; Will Ford, group president of Westrock Coffee; Scott Ford, CEO of Westrock Coffee; Joe Ford, co-founder and chairman of Westrock Coffee; Michael Preston, executive director of the Arkansas Economic Development Commission at the announcement event at the new Conway, Arkansas Westrock Coffee facility.
  • Our growth benefits everyone at Westrock Coffee from our global customers and farmer partners to our current and future employees and the communities where they live.
  • Westrock Coffee Company provides the drink that fuels many Arkansans in the workplace, and others all around the world, Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson said.
  • The space will also incorporate state-of-the-art quality assurance and product development labs, enabling Westrock Coffee to create, test, and produce new beverage solutions.