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BioHub Maryland Announces Landmark Global Partnership to Accelerate Life Sciences Industry

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

BioHub Maryland, an initiative to accelerate life sciences in the state, today announced a life sciences and biopharma skills training agreement with the Dublin, Ireland-based National Institute of Bioprocessing Research and Training (NIBRT), a global leader in biopharmaceutical manufacturing training and research.

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  • BioHub Maryland, an initiative to accelerate life sciences in the state, today announced a life sciences and biopharma skills training agreement with the Dublin, Ireland-based National Institute of Bioprocessing Research and Training (NIBRT), a global leader in biopharmaceutical manufacturing training and research.
  • Maryland Governor Wes Moore joined leaders from BioHub Maryland, NIBRT, and industry for the announcement at AstraZeneca’s Gaithersburg campus.
  • BioHub Maryland is an initiative of the Maryland Tech Council, the largest technology and life sciences trade association in the state.
  • Maryland is a global leader in life sciences innovation, hosting more than 2,700 life sciences companies and 54,000 industry workers.

Maryland School For The Deaf Awarded Semiquincentennial Grant Of $750,000 For Preservation Of The Hessian Barracks

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Monday, July 31, 2023

FREDERICK, Md., July 31st, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Maryland School for the Deaf (MSD) is pleased to announce that it has been granted a Semiquincentennial grant of $750,000 from the National Park Service. This significant grant will be utilized for the preservation of the historic Hessian Barracks, focusing on critical stabilization and foundation work.

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  • This significant grant will be utilized for the preservation of the historic Hessian Barracks, focusing on critical stabilization and foundation work.
  • "We are deeply honored to receive this grant, which will ensure the preservation of the Hessian Barracks for future generations, celebrating its historical legacy.
  • This grant plays a pivotal role in safeguarding this essential part of Maryland's history and the early beginnings of the Maryland School for the Deaf," said Maryland School for the Deaf Superintendent John A. Serrano.
  • The Semiquincentennial grant is part of the national commemoration of the United States' 250th anniversary, recognizing the historical significance of the Hessian Barracks.

ABM Advances its ELEVATE Strategy Through Award-Winning Technology and Data Transformation

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Thursday, June 22, 2023

NEW YORK, June 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ABM (NYSE: ABM), a leading provider of facility services, infrastructure solutions, and parking management, continues to execute on its ELEVATE strategy and receive national recognition for its strategic focus on industry-leading technology and data transformation.

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  • NEW YORK, June 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ABM (NYSE: ABM), a leading provider of facility services, infrastructure solutions, and parking management, continues to execute on its ELEVATE strategy and receive national recognition for its strategic focus on industry-leading technology and data transformation.
  • As ABM advances its growth strategy, its technology and the data transformation efforts underway are being nationally recognized by esteemed organizations and awards programs, with the most recent recognition including:
    ABM was named a 2023 CIO 100 Award Winner by Foundry’s CIO.
  • Launched the same year as ABM’s ELEVATE strategy, the ABM Next program is the company’s latest innovation initiative focused on developing solutions like sensor technology, autonomous equipment, and integrated technologies to increase efficiencies, reduce waste, and enhance value for ABM clients.
  • “ABM is moving with speed against the goals of our ELEVATE strategy, and we’ve made exceptional progress in our technology and data transformation because of the talent, innovation and executional excellence of the entire Technology team,” said Josh Feinberg, Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer of ABM.

The Launch of the Southern Maryland National Heritage Area

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Friday, May 12, 2023

Piscataway National Park, May 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  A Launch is planned for the newly designated Southern Maryland National Heritage Area on May 25, 2023, at the National Park Service Piscataway Park (Colonial Farm) in Accokeek, Maryland.

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  • Piscataway National Park, May 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  A Launch is planned for the newly designated Southern Maryland National Heritage Area on May 25, 2023, at the National Park Service Piscataway Park (Colonial Farm) in Accokeek, Maryland.
  • In addition, the Southern Maryland National Heritage Area will continue to establish educational programs that embrace our natural, historic, and cultural heritage.
  • “This launch is a commemoration of that heritage, but also the beginning of telling the Southern Maryland story on a national level.” The designation as a national heritage area will now combine the state-based heritage area with the national.
  • As a newly designated National Heritage Area, the Southern Maryland National Heritage Area will represent Calvert, Charles, St. Mary’s, and southern Prince George’s counties with a mission to enhance the region through innovative heritage tourism experiences, comprehensive cultural and natural resource conservation, and excellence in educational opportunities.

Luci Creative Opens New Office in Seattle

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Wednesday, January 11, 2023

Luci Creative has an extensive portfolio of traveling and permanent interactive experiences for cultural institutions and corporations.

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  • Luci Creative has an extensive portfolio of traveling and permanent interactive experiences for cultural institutions and corporations.
  • Founded in 2011, Luci Creative has offices in Seattle, Boston, and Chicago.
  • Since 2019, the Luci Creative team has more than doubled in size to over 40 people, adding more specialty expertise.
  • In 2022 Luci Creative was named one of Inc. 5000's fastest-growing companies in America, having completed 70+ projects in over 25 states and two countries.

National Links Trust Installs State-of-the-Art Toptracer Technology

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Monday, June 20, 2022

WASHINGTON, June 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The summer of 2020 marked the rebirth of Washington D.C. municipal golf courses, when National Links Trust signed a 50-year lease with the National Parks Service to restore and rehabilitate three historic facilitates in the nation's capital: Rock Creek Park Golf, Langston Golf Course, and East Potomac Golf Links. Today, National Links Trust unveiled the installation of Toptracer Range in 35 bays at Langston Golf Course's driving range, reinforcing its mission to make golf more entertaining, engaging, accessible, and affordable, while preserving the site's historic architecture.

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  • Today, National Links Trust unveiled the installation of Toptracer Range in 35 bays at Langston Golf Course's driving range, reinforcing its mission to make golf more entertaining, engaging, accessible, and affordable, while preserving the site's historic architecture.
  • "Today is just one of many steps that we will take as we revitalize these three tradition-rich facilities here in Washington, D.C.," said National Links Trust Co-Founder Will Smith.
  • "We're proud to partner with National Links Trust and Troon to bring Toptracer technology to these three golf courses that are incredibly rich in history and architecture, with a true commitment to make the game more accessible to the masses,"said Ben Sharpe, Toptracer President.
  • In June 2020, Troon partnered with National Links Trust to manage the operations for the three Washington, D.C. municipalities.

Gray Launches Media Training Center to Enhance Industry Diversity and Train the Next Generation of Media Leaders

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Wednesday, February 16, 2022

The revolutionary media training program will prepare students for todays unique operating environment, while simultaneously improving diversity, equity, and inclusion in media.

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  • The revolutionary media training program will prepare students for todays unique operating environment, while simultaneously improving diversity, equity, and inclusion in media.
  • Training Center fellows will create a weekly public affairsshow that will be shot, edited, produced, directed and hosted by students.
  • A newly created position of Media Training Center Operations Manager will oversee the program.
  • Gray anticipates an investment of more than one million dollars to create the training center this year.

Benjamin Franklin Institute of Technology, Ginkgo Bioworks to Launch Biotechnology Manufacturing Associates Degree

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Monday, December 20, 2021

BOSTON, Dec. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Benjamin Franklin Institute of Technology (BFIT), a private non-profit college offering affordable education for people seeking technical and trade careers, announced today a partnership with Ginkgo Bioworks (NYSE: DNA) to develop an associate degree in biotechnology manufacturing.

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  • BOSTON, Dec. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Benjamin Franklin Institute of Technology (BFIT), a private non-profit college offering affordable education for people seeking technical and trade careers, announced today a partnership with Ginkgo Bioworks (NYSE: DNA) to develop an associate degree in biotechnology manufacturing.
  • The report also found that at the associate degree and high school graduate levels, job demand has grown by 140%.
  • "This new associate's degree in biotechnology manufacturing positions our students to play a critical role in supplying a diverse and qualified workforce to fill Massachusetts' booming life science and medical industry."
  • It's time for that misconception to be corrected," said Reshma Shetty, co-founder, Chief Operating Officer and President of Ginkgo Bioworks.

K2 Integrity Launches Global Sanctions Certification Program

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Wednesday, December 8, 2021

WASHINGTON, Dec. 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- K2 Integrity today announced the launch of its Global Sanctions Certification Program .

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  • WASHINGTON, Dec. 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- K2 Integrity today announced the launch of its Global Sanctions Certification Program .
  • "Having a holistic compliance training program is essential for any financial services institution seeking to thrive in today's landscape," said Michele Malvesti, Ph.D ., Managing Director, K2 Integrity, and head of K2 Integrity's training, testing, and certification programs.
  • "K2 Integrity's Global Sanctions Certification Program provides an innovative solution.
  • "We are excited to support the Global Sanctions Certification Program and all who participate in it," said Danny McGlynn , Senior Managing Director, K2 Integrity, and head of DOLFIN.

K2 Integrity Launches Global Sanctions Certification Program

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Wednesday, December 8, 2021

WASHINGTON, Dec. 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- K2 Integrity today announced the launch of its Global Sanctions Certification Program. The certification program is designed to train, test, and certify compliance professionals who demonstrate the technical expertise, skills, and judgment required to understand and effectively manage evolving sanctions and related financial security and reputational risks. It builds on a premium bespoke offering delivered over the past seven years to select enterprise clients, and is powered by K2 Integrity's Dedicated Online Financial Integrity Network (DOLFIN) eLearning platform—the premier online workspace for the financial integrity community.  

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  • WASHINGTON, Dec. 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- K2 Integrity today announced the launch of its Global Sanctions Certification Program .
  • "Having a holistic compliance training program is essential for any financial services institution seeking to thrive in today's landscape," said Michele Malvesti, Ph.D ., Managing Director, K2 Integrity, and head of K2 Integrity's training, testing, and certification programs.
  • "K2 Integrity's Global Sanctions Certification Program provides an innovative solution.
  • "We are excited to support the Global Sanctions Certification Program and all who participate in it," said Danny McGlynn , Senior Managing Director, K2 Integrity, and head of DOLFIN.