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Military Family Opens Clean Juice on Veterans Day

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

ROUND ROCK, Texas, Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Clean Juice®, the first and only USDA-certified organic juice and food bar franchise, announced the opening of its newest store in Round Rock, Texas, the second store in the Austin market. Franchise owners Nikole and Dale Phillips, a retired Sergeant with the U.S. Army will celebrate Veterans Day on Saturday, November 11, with a weeklong Grand Opening celebration to introduce the brand's popular all-organic, hand-made smoothies, juices and food at its store located at 2800 South I-35 Frontage Road in the Crossing Point Shopping Center.

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  • Nikole is a first-generation college graduate, and Dale's long, successful career in the military is of note within his family.
  • The problem was that the nearest Clean Juice to Nikole and her family was in Houston – many miles away.
  • The alignment of Nikole and her family wanting to live a healthier lifestyle and what Clean Juice offered was a perfect match.
  • While Nikole plans to continue her tech career, Dale will facilitate the day-to-day operations of their Clean Juice store.

Military Roots Run Deep Through Family Care Center's Commitment to Breaking the Stigma Around Mental Health

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

DENVER, Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Every year, approximately 200,000 active-duty servicemen and women return to civilian life. Transitions for Veterans can be especially challenging due to shifting from the collective culture of military service to a more individualized role in society. In fact, studies indicate that 44% to 72% experience high levels of stress during the transition from military to civilian life.

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  • It's a growing concern, and it's the reason why Family Care Center continues its work to transform mental health care through its unique understanding of the military community.
  • "Our roots in providing expanded mental health care to the armed services came from a shared sense of duty, honor and dedication."
  • Family Care Center has worked to alleviate the challenges many Veterans encounter when trying to access mental health care.
  • To learn more about Family Care Center's comprehensive mental health services or to schedule an appointment, please visit https://fccwellbeing.com or call 888-374-5066.

LPL Financial Welcomes SYV Wealth Advisors

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023

SAN DIEGO, Nov. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LPL Financial LLC (Nasdaq: LPLA) announced today that financial advisors Brad Sicoff CRPC® and Bruce Porter CFP® of SYV Wealth Advisors have joined LPL Financial’s broker-dealer, RIA and custodial platforms.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Nov. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LPL Financial LLC (Nasdaq: LPLA) announced today that financial advisors Brad Sicoff CRPC® and Bruce Porter CFP® of SYV Wealth Advisors have joined LPL Financial’s broker-dealer, RIA and custodial platforms.
  • He founded SYV Wealth Advisors in 2017, launching an independent business where he had more flexibility to build his ideal practice and put clients first.
  • SYV Wealth expanded in 2022 bringing in partner Brad Sicoff , a former veteran wholesaler in the annuity field.
  • We look forward to a long-lasting relationship with SYV Wealth Advisors.”

SpyCloud Appoints New Vice President of Federal to Oversee Growth of Government Practice

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

SpyCloud , the leader in Cybercrime Analytics, today announced Bill Cull as its new Vice President of Federal.

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  • SpyCloud , the leader in Cybercrime Analytics, today announced Bill Cull as its new Vice President of Federal.
  • In this role, Cull will lead the strategic expansion of SpyCloud's federal offerings for defense, civilian agencies and national security.
  • Cull joins SpyCloud with decades of experience as a high-tech sales leader facilitating growth for companies serving government agencies.
  • “The appointment of Bill Cull to support SpyCloud's federal initiatives represents a significant advancement for the company,” said Ted Ross, CEO & Co-Founder of SpyCloud.

U.S. Army awards Textron Aviation contract for three Beechcraft King Air turboprops

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

Textron Aviation today announced it has been awarded a contract by the U.S. Army Contracting Command, Redstone Arsenal, AL, for Cessna SkyCourier , Cessna Grand Caravan EX , Beechcraft King Air 360 and Beechcraft King Air 260 turboprop aircraft in support of Foreign Military Sales (FMS).

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  • Textron Aviation today announced it has been awarded a contract by the U.S. Army Contracting Command, Redstone Arsenal, AL, for Cessna SkyCourier , Cessna Grand Caravan EX , Beechcraft King Air 360 and Beechcraft King Air 260 turboprop aircraft in support of Foreign Military Sales (FMS).
  • The indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract allows up to $100 million U.S. dollars for the acquisition of Textron Aviation aircraft over a five-year period.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231107736088/en/
    Beechcraft King Air 360 (Photo: Business Wire)
    The Cessna SkyCourier, Cessna Grand Caravan EX and Beechcraft King Air are designed and manufactured by Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company.
  • “We are honored the U.S. Army created this multiyear IDIQ contract with Textron Aviation, which provides the ability to rapidly procure COTS aircraft and modification for FMS allies and partner nations.”
    When government, military and commercial customers want airborne solutions for critical missions, they turn to Textron Aviation.

Four Branches Bourbon Gives Back to Veteran Families Utilizing Fulfillment Capabilities of eCommerce Partner Speakeasy Co.

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

As a part of its giveback approach, the brand is leveraging its eCommerce partner Speakeasy Co for a unique bundle offer in honor of Veteran's Day.

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  • As a part of its giveback approach, the brand is leveraging its eCommerce partner Speakeasy Co for a unique bundle offer in honor of Veteran's Day.
  • This season, Four Branches is donating $13 to Folds of Honor for every Four Branches Bourbon Folds of Honor Limited Edition Commemorative Gift Set sold.
  • The limited-time bundle includes one bottle of Four Branches Founders Blend (750ml) and two elegant rocks glasses, engraved with the logos of Four Branches Bourbon and Folds of Honor.
  • Speakeasy Co. is a three-tier compliant eCommerce solution that enables beverage alcohol brands to sell their spirits direct-to-consumer.

Veterans Find New Home in Volunteer Fire Service

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

WASHINGTON, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The fire service has many parallels to the military. Both require a service to others, often in dangerous situations. Both demand and inspire a sense of duty. Both require physical and mental strength, which takes continuous conditioning. And both foster a strong sense of camaraderie and teamwork among their ranks.

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  • For volunteer fire departments looking to boost their ranks, military veterans are high-value targets.
  • In fact, organizations like Soldier Firefighter and the National Volunteer Fire Council's Make Me A Firefighter campaign actively work to draw veterans into the fire service.
  • "Belonging to the fire service has filled the void in my heart left by leaving the military," he says.
  • Veterans looking to continue their service by helping their community as a volunteer firefighter can contact their local volunteer fire department or go to www.MakeMeAFirefighter.org to find local opportunities.

Students, Educators Travel to Providence and Dallas for FBLA National Fall Leadership Conferences

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Monday, November 6, 2023

Reston, Virginia, Nov. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Future Business Leaders of America, Inc. (FBLA), the nation’s largest career and technical student organization focused solely on business, is hosting its National Fall Leadership Conferences (NFLCs) for middle school and high school students in Providence, Rhode Island on November 10-11 and in Dallas, Texas on November 17-18.

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  • Reston, Virginia, Nov. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Future Business Leaders of America, Inc. (FBLA), the nation’s largest career and technical student organization focused solely on business, is hosting its National Fall Leadership Conferences (NFLCs) for middle school and high school students in Providence, Rhode Island on November 10-11 and in Dallas, Texas on November 17-18.
  • The two-day conferences allow students to develop business and leadership skills, attend learning workshops, explore career opportunities, and meet with representatives from colleges and universities.
  • Students are also able to network with other members from across the country, while educators can participate in professional development sessions.
  • FBLA inspires and prepares students to become community-minded business leaders in a global society through relevant career preparation and leadership experiences.

HII Features Platforms, People, Technologies in "Delivering the Advantage" Campaign

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

The leading provider of live, virtual, constructive (LVC) training for the U.S. military?

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  • The leading provider of live, virtual, constructive (LVC) training for the U.S. military?
  • The employer of more than 44,000 workers across 39 states, and the largest industrial employer in both Virginia and Mississippi?
  • The answer is HII (NYSE: HII), and a new targeted advertising campaign showcases the breadth of HII’s platforms, technologies and solutions across domains and services, in support of HII’s mission to deliver the advantage to its national defense customers.
  • “HII is dedicated to meeting the dynamic requirements of the U.S. Department of Defense and our international allies,” HII President and CEO Chris Kastner said.

Serco Appoints Federal Cybersecurity Leader Ryan Moore as Chief Information Security Officer

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

Herndon, Virginia, Oct. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Serco Inc., a provider of professional, technology, engineering, and management services, announces the appointment of Ryan Moore as its new Chief Information Security Officer (CISO).

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  • Herndon, Virginia, Oct. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Serco Inc., a provider of professional, technology, engineering, and management services, announces the appointment of Ryan Moore as its new Chief Information Security Officer (CISO).
  • Ryan is an experienced cyber security executive with a demonstrated track record of accomplishments in federal agencies and the United States military.
  • As Serco’s CISO, Ryan will spearhead the Company’s cybersecurity initiatives, fortify digital assets with cutting-edge strategies, proactively navigate risks, ensure compliance, and orchestrate swift, adaptive responses to evolving security challenges.
  • Ryan most recently served as Chief Information Security Officer, Supervisory Criminal Investigator at the U.S. Secret Service.