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PaymentWorks Presents a Two-Part Virtual Event: "The Strategic Importance of Your Supplier File"

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

BOSTON, Feb. 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- PaymentWorks, Inc., the digital supplier onboarding platform for secure, compliant, and optimized business payments, will host a two-part virtual event dedicated to risk mitigation, cost avoidance, and driving value for an entire organization via the supplier file.

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  • BOSTON, Feb. 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- PaymentWorks, Inc., the digital supplier onboarding platform for secure, compliant, and optimized business payments, will host a two-part virtual event dedicated to risk mitigation, cost avoidance, and driving value for an entire organization via the supplier file.
  • When: April 5th and April 12th, 11 AM - 2 PM Eastern
    With panels of subject matter experts and presentations by real-world practitioners, the event will focus on all aspects of the supplier file, its impact, and its influence on day-to-day business.
  • Presenters and panelists from Chubb, J.P. Morgan, Huron, Vendor Centric, Campus Guard, Denver Public Schools, and the University of Kentucky have been confirmed.
  • 1 PM In the Trenches: Realities of Automating Supplier Onboarding
    Reserve a spot for April 5th, here .

Colorado Access Welcomes new Chief Communications and Member Experience Officer

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

AURORA, Colo., Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Colorado Access announces the appointment of Jaime Moreno as the organization's new chief communications and member experience officer.

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  • AURORA, Colo., Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Colorado Access announces the appointment of Jaime Moreno as the organization's new chief communications and member experience officer.
  • As the chief communications and member experience officer, Moreno will work across the organization to oversee information and communications not only to members but also to providers, the community, and staff.
  • He will oversee marketing, member experience, member affairs, and programmatic communications.
  • Having a chief communications and member experience officer who is rooted in that population will continue to support that priority for the organization."

IBM to Grant $5 Million In-Kind for Schools to Boost Cybersecurity, Together with Enhanced Skilling on AI

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023

ARMONK, N.Y., May 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In response to the growing threat of ransomware attacks against schools around the world, IBM (NYSE: IBM) today announced it will provide in-kind grants valued at $5 million to help address cybersecurity resiliency in schools. Since its creation in 2021, the IBM Education Security Preparedness Grants program has expanded globally, and this year will also include enhanced offerings from IBM SkillsBuild on topics including AI and cybersecurity. 

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  • Since its creation in 2021, the IBM Education Security Preparedness Grants program has expanded globally, and this year will also include enhanced offerings from IBM SkillsBuild on topics including AI and cybersecurity.
  • Volunteers, through IBM Service Corps, will use their professional skills to help schools establish programs to address cybersecurity resiliency.
  • Past recipients of the IBM Education Security Preparedness Grants, a list of which can be found here, have encouraged other schools to apply.
  • K-12 public schools and educational institutions/organizations that are interested in applying for IBM's education cybersecurity grant can apply via IBM.com here: https://www.ibm.com/impact/initiatives/security .

Crusoe Energy Systems Announces Participation in Program to Expand Equitable Computer Science Education

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Thursday, June 30, 2022

Crusoe Energy Systems Inc. (Crusoe) today announced their sponsorship of the Denver cohort of the CSforALL Accelerator Program , a new initiative from computer science (CS) advocacy organization CSforALL .

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  • Crusoe Energy Systems Inc. (Crusoe) today announced their sponsorship of the Denver cohort of the CSforALL Accelerator Program , a new initiative from computer science (CS) advocacy organization CSforALL .
  • The Accelerator is a two-year, cohort-model program focused on accelerating the progress of local communities towards fundamental standards-aligned computer science education for all learners, and increasing access to interest-driven computer science learning opportunities.
  • Crusoe is passionate about enabling the future of computing-led innovations and empowering our local communities, which starts with our education system, said Chase Lochmiller, CEO and Co-Founder, Crusoe Energy.
  • We engage with diverse stakeholders leading computer science initiatives across the nation to support and facilitate the implementation of rigorous, inclusive, and sustainable computer science.

Liz Bauer Named Chief Experience Officer to Turbocharge CSG Growth

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Tuesday, May 10, 2022

CSG (NASDAQ: CSGS) today announced Liz Bauer as executive vice president and chief experience officer, a new role designed to connect the power of CSGs people and culture with its obsession to help customers solve their toughest business problems.

Key Points: 
  • CSG (NASDAQ: CSGS) today announced Liz Bauer as executive vice president and chief experience officer, a new role designed to connect the power of CSGs people and culture with its obsession to help customers solve their toughest business problems.
  • In this role, Bauer will amplify the impact CSG employees make as they strive every day to envision, invent and shape a better, more future-ready world.
  • Liz is one of the best, most connected, most impact driven executives with whom I have ever worked, said Brian Shepherd, CEO of CSG.
  • Extraordinary customer experience starts with the employee, and that is why were bringing our people and customer experience teams closer together.

City Year names a new class of Executive Directors to lead across thirteen U.S. communities

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Monday, February 28, 2022

Robyn Ford, City Year Memphis Executive Director, is the longest-serving staff member at City Year Memphis, previously working as operations manager, development manager, development director and interim executive director.

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  • Robyn Ford, City Year Memphis Executive Director, is the longest-serving staff member at City Year Memphis, previously working as operations manager, development manager, development director and interim executive director.
  • She began her City Year career as an impact manager at City Year Columbia and holds a B.A.
  • Jeff Shafer (City Year Chicago 11, 12), City Year Kansas City Executive Director, grew up attending Kansas City Public Schools and is a graduate of Lincoln College Preparatory Academy.
  • City Year partners with public schools in 29 communities across the U.S. and through international affiliates in the U.K. and South Africa.

Dark Fiber Market is Anticipated to reach USD 20,011 Mn in 2027, Analysis on Dark Fiber Network Growth Says Brandessence Market Research

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Friday, October 8, 2021

In addition, large investment in FTTX deployment is another factor fueling the growth of the dark fiber market worldwide.

Key Points: 
  • In addition, large investment in FTTX deployment is another factor fueling the growth of the dark fiber market worldwide.
  • However, the risky installations of dark fiber can hamper the overall growth of the dark fiber market in the future.
  • The network type segment of the global dark fiber market is dominated by Metro drive with the largest market share of 70.75% in 2020.
  • Increasing demand for dark fiber infrastructure is the prominent factor fueling the growth of the dark fiber market.

Dark Fiber Market is Anticipated to reach USD 20,011 Mn in 2027, Analysis on Dark Fiber Network Growth Says Brandessence Market Research

Retrieved on: 
Friday, October 8, 2021

In addition, large investment in FTTX deployment is another factor fueling the growth of the dark fiber market worldwide.

Key Points: 
  • In addition, large investment in FTTX deployment is another factor fueling the growth of the dark fiber market worldwide.
  • However, the risky installations of dark fiber can hamper the overall growth of the dark fiber market in the future.
  • The network type segment of the global dark fiber market is dominated by Metro drive with the largest market share of 70.75% in 2020.
  • Increasing demand for dark fiber infrastructure is the prominent factor fueling the growth of the dark fiber market.

Former Superintendent to Lead Strategic Consulting Group for Developer of Popular District Analytics and School Design Tools

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Wednesday, September 8, 2021

"In education, we're so in love with data that we think that the act of consuming data is all that it takes, but this is not enough -- actions change minds, not the other way around. Equitable outcomes start with ensuring that students have equitable access to the courses and resources that they need to succeed and thrive," said Ms. Nichols. "This role is about partnering with districts to translate ideas and insights into action."

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  • A former superintendent, school principal and United States Army Veteran, Nichols brings more than two decades of educational experience, and a hands-on understanding of district and school operations to the role.
  • Hillary Mellin joined Abl from Jetpack Workflow and is now a designer with the Abl Product Design team.
  • Kirstin Combs joined as a Strategic Consulting team member from the School District of Philadelphia, where she developed extensive experience in master scheduling.
  • Since its inception, Abl has focused not just on providing best-in-class software tools -- but on giving district and school leaders the data analytics, school design expertise, and professional development necessary to align resources with district goals while better meeting the needs of students and teachers.