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LUNA+EISENLA Unveils Rebrand with New Service Offerings & Expanded Team of Executive-Level Talent

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Tuesday, December 13, 2022
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WASHINGTON, Dec. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On the tenth anniversary of the firm's founding, LUNA+EISENLA today announced a major rebrand and expansion of service offerings with additional executive-level team members to better meet the complexities of an ever-evolving communications and media ecosystem. Elizabeth Curwen, Sean Todd, and Riah Gonzales-King will join the firm to round out LUNA+EISENLA's full suite of strategic communications and media services.

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  • "Our smart powered approach to communications brings together a collaborative team of executives designed to deliver the highest caliber of work in the industry.
  • The ethos of LUNA+EISENLA can be summed up in one word excellence," said Brad Luna, founding partner.
  • Accompanying the newly expanded team and service offerings, LUNA+EISENLA also unveiled a new website, logo, and visual feel to reflect the exciting new venture.
  • To learn more, visit: lunaeisenla.com, or connect with us on Facebook at facebook.com/lunaeisenla, Instagram at instagram.com/lunaeisenla, and LinkedIn at linkedin.com/company/luna-eisenla/.

Hitachi Rail reveals Final Designs for new Maryland Train Factory

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Tuesday, October 18, 2022
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 18, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Hitachi Rail revealed the final designs and images for its new $70M train factory and 800-yard test track, built on a 41-acre site located in Washington County, Maryland.

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  • Factory located in Hagerstown, Maryland, will be capable of manufacturing trains for railways across North America, beginning with new fleet for Washington DC Regions Metro
    WASHINGTON, Oct. 18, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Hitachi Rail revealed the final designs and images for its new $70M train factory and 800-yard test track, built on a 41-acre site located in Washington County, Maryland.
  • When fully operational, the factory will sustain 1,300 jobs, with up to 460 working directly for Hitachi Rail on site.
  • Maryland Governor, Larry Hogan, and Maryland Congressman, David Trone, along with WMATA General Manager, Randy Clarke,were hosted by Hitachi Rail CEO, Andrew Barr, at the site facility today and given an exclusive first glimpse of final designs for the site and the progress of construction.
  • It is exciting to be able to release the final designs of our new facility with its cutting-edge Lumada technology.

LAUFT IS PROUD TO BE AWARDED THE CONTRACT TO PROVIDE FLEXIBLE WORKSPACE SOLUTIONS FOR THE GOVERNMENT OF CANADA

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Thursday, September 22, 2022
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This contract will provide Public Service and Procurement Canada with efficient, modern, accessible, and green workplaces.

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  • This contract will provide Public Service and Procurement Canada with efficient, modern, accessible, and green workplaces.
  • The awarding of this contract further validates LAUFT's approach and goal to build the largest global network of on-demand workspace for organizations and individuals.
  • The Government of Canada in the National Capital Area will have access to the branded workspaces through the most seamless and flexible work experience available today.
  • We're very excited to support the Government of Canada in their commitment to delivering these options," said Graham Wong, CEO of LAUFT.

Deloitte Health Equity Institute Drives Change Through Leadership, Collaboration and Research

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Thursday, February 10, 2022
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"The Black Directors Health Equity Agenda is immensely grateful to have a collaborator in Dr. Gebreyes who brings a powerful commitment to health equity," said John Daniel, board chair, BDHEA.

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  • "The Black Directors Health Equity Agenda is immensely grateful to have a collaborator in Dr. Gebreyes who brings a powerful commitment to health equity," said John Daniel, board chair, BDHEA.
  • In addition to her role as U.S. chief health equity officer, Gebreyes will continue to serve as Deloitte's U.S. consulting health care sector leader.
  • Recognizing the imperative for immediate and sustained effort, and grounded in Deloitte's acknowledgement of racism as a public health crisis, Deloitte established the Deloitte Health Equity Institute (DHEI) in spring 2021.
  • DHEI builds on Deloitte's commitment to advance health equity, informed by work with clients, a decade of impact made by the Deloitte Center for Health Solutions , and our perspective on how life sciences and health care organizations can activate health equity .

In Wake of Colleyville Attack, The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington Urges Local Community to Take Action

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Monday, January 31, 2022
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --In the aftermath of the antisemitic attack at Congregation Beth Israel in Colleyville, Texas, The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington hosted an important webinar on Friday on the security of the Jewish community in Greater Washington.

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  • WASHINGTON, Jan. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --In the aftermath of the antisemitic attack at Congregation Beth Israel in Colleyville, Texas, The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington hosted an important webinar on Friday on the security of the Jewish community in Greater Washington.
  • "Through our close partnerships with the Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) and SCN, Federation remains committed to providing services and helping organizations access funding to strengthen Jewish Greater Washington's safety, security, and preparedness," said Federation CEO Gil Preuss.
  • The Jewish Federation also convened the region's first ever Communal Security Committee to engage all parts of the Greater Washington Jewish community on security concerns, needs, and best practices.
  • The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington envisions an open, connected, and vibrant Jewish community that cares for each other, fosters Jewish learning and journeys, embraces Jewish peoplehood and Israel, and acts as a force for good in the world.

'Made in the USVI' Website Opens the World to U.S. Virgin Islands Culture, Art, Entrepreneurship

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Tuesday, November 23, 2021
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Featuring more than six categories of products made in the U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI), this website provides easy access to products representing USVI culture and/or heritage:scented candles; USVI-themed stone coasters; home decor with painted cultural images and historic sites; and paintings and sculptures.

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  • Featuring more than six categories of products made in the U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI), this website provides easy access to products representing USVI culture and/or heritage:scented candles; USVI-themed stone coasters; home decor with painted cultural images and historic sites; and paintings and sculptures.
  • "The 'Made in the USVI' website is part of the EZC's commitment to engaging USVI residents and their global neighbors to USVI culture, history and art; and the creative work of our entrepreneurs.
  • Individuals can embrace the USVI's talent and entrepreneurial spirit from anywhere in the world, and we're excited about sharing what the USVI has to offer," added Mrs. Marchena Kean.
  • To shop for these products, visit the "Made in the USVI" website at www.madeintheusvi.com .

SAIC CEO Nazzic Keene Honored by Boy Scouts of America With 2021 Technology Good Scout Award

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Wednesday, November 3, 2021
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Science Applications International Corp. (NYSE: SAIC ) today announced CEO Nazzic Keene has been honored by the Boy Scouts of America with its 2021 Technology Good Scout Award.

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  • Science Applications International Corp. (NYSE: SAIC ) today announced CEO Nazzic Keene has been honored by the Boy Scouts of America with its 2021 Technology Good Scout Award.
  • The award will be presented to Keene by the National Capital Area Council (NCAC) of the Boy Scouts of America in recognition of her commitment to advancing the technology sector while exemplifying the values of the Boy Scouts of America.
  • From Cub Scouting to Venturing to Sea Scouting to Exploring to STEM Scouting, these inclusive opportunities build both skill and character, Keene said.
  • SAIC is a premier Fortune 500 technology integrator driving our nations technology transformation.

Sue Hough Receives The George Delaplaine Distinguished Citizen Award

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Monday, October 18, 2021
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FREDERICK, Md., Oct. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --National Capital Area Council (NCAC), Boy Scouts of America (BSA) is pleased to announce that Sue Hough was awarded the 2021 George Delaplaine Distinguished Citizen Award at the 26th Annual George Delaplaine Distinguished Citizen Dinner.

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  • FREDERICK, Md., Oct. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --National Capital Area Council (NCAC), Boy Scouts of America (BSA) is pleased to announce that Sue Hough was awarded the 2021 George Delaplaine Distinguished Citizen Award at the 26th Annual George Delaplaine Distinguished Citizen Dinner.
  • Sue Hough, the owner of Octavo Designs , is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and community activist.
  • The purpose of the George Delaplaine Distinguished Citizen Award is to recognize outstanding service by an individual or organization that truly exemplifies in their everyday life the ideals that Scouting teaches to the leaders of tomorrow.
  • It is named after George Delaplaine, president of the George Delaplaine Foundation and respected community leader.

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Invests an Additional $2.2M in COVID-19 Relief and Equitable Vaccine Efforts

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Monday, October 4, 2021
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Baltimore, Md./Washington, D.C, Oct. 04, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield (CareFirst), a not-for-profit and the largest healthcare company in the mid-Atlantic region, announced an additional $2.2 million in grants supporting COVID-19 relief, recovery and equitable vaccination efforts for communities in the region.

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  • Baltimore, Md./Washington, D.C, Oct. 04, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield (CareFirst), a not-for-profit and the largest healthcare company in the mid-Atlantic region, announced an additional $2.2 million in grants supporting COVID-19 relief, recovery and equitable vaccination efforts for communities in the region.
  • CareFirsts Better Together Campaign and Vaccine Pledge have represented core elements of the companys $8 million COVID-19 response and recovery efforts.
  • COVID-19 relief funding to FQHCs supported staffing of vaccine administration, personal protective equipment, refrigeration units for vaccine storage and other unanticipated vaccination demands.
  • To learn more about CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, visit our website at www.carefirst.com and our transforming healthcare page at www.carefirst.com/transformation ,or follow us on Facebook , Twitter , LinkedIn or Instagram .