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Connection Announces 2024 IT Superhero Awards

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
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Connection (PC Connection, Inc.; NASDAQ: CNXN ), a leading information technology solutions provider to business, government, healthcare, and education markets, is pleased to announce the fourth annual IT Superhero Awards.

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  • Connection (PC Connection, Inc.; NASDAQ: CNXN ), a leading information technology solutions provider to business, government, healthcare, and education markets, is pleased to announce the fourth annual IT Superhero Awards.
  • The IT Superhero Awards program is open to IT professionals from organizations of all sizes and industries, spanning startups to large enterprises across all vertical markets.
  • Category winners and the Ultimate IT Superhero will be announced at the Connection Technology Summit in Boston, MA on September 14, 2024.
  • Nominations for the 2024 IT Superhero Awards must be submitted by June 28, 2024.

Education and Tech Leaders Come Together to Offer Guidance on Integrating AI Safely into Classrooms Worldwide

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023
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SEATTLE, May 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Code.org, ETS, ISTE, Khan Academy, and World Economic Forum today announced the formation of TeachAI, bringing together education, nonprofit, and technology partners to assist governments and education authorities with integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into primary and secondary curricula worldwide while protecting student safety, respecting privacy rights, and addressing issues of bias and misinformation.

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  • TeachAI will bring critical voices across education, policy, and technology to develop a practical framework for teaching with AI and teaching about AI.
  • These leaders will help shape three key outputs of TeachAI:
    TeachAI will recommend best practices for policymakers, education leaders, teachers, and companies on safely incorporating AI in primary and secondary education curriculum standards, courses, tools, assessments, and professional learning.
  • TeachAI will create recommendations for a global audience, reflecting the need for CS instruction to teach about AI and using AI.
  • Code.org, dedicated to expanding access to computer science education in schools worldwide, is working to bring AI education and AI tools into every classroom through curriculum, teacher training, and tools.

Fortune 500 Board Director, Shellye Archambeau, Joins The ExCo Group

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Wednesday, December 7, 2022
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NEW YORK, Dec. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The ExCo Group, a global executive coaching and mentoring firm, has announced that Shellye Archambeau , Board Director at Verizon, Roper Technologies and Okta, has joined its cadre of executive coaches and mentors.

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  • NEW YORK, Dec. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The ExCo Group, a global executive coaching and mentoring firm, has announced that Shellye Archambeau , Board Director at Verizon, Roper Technologies and Okta, has joined its cadre of executive coaches and mentors.
  • Shellye Archambeau is an experienced CEO and Fortune 500 board member with a track record of accomplishments building brands, high performance teams, and organizations.
  • In addition to her work at The ExCo Group, Archambeau currently serves on the boards of Verizon, Roper Technologies, and Okta.
  • "Shellye's mix of large company complexity and small company dynamism gives her a tremendous range as a mentor," according to David Reimer, CEO of The ExCo Group.

Cognizant Commits $5.3 Million in Philanthropic Support to Expand STEM Education and Access to Tech Careers

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Wednesday, December 7, 2022
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TEANECK, N.J., Dec. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) has announced $5.3 million in philanthropic support for 14 organizations throughout the U.S. and Canada. This funding will help broaden access to K-12 STEM education and advance equitable career pathways, a philanthropic commitment consistent with Cognizant's vision to leverage technology to improve everyday life. The financial contributions announced today will support the following organizations:

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  • "Through our philanthropic efforts, we are expanding on-ramps to tech careers through greater access to high-quality STEM education and inclusion for those historically underrepresented in the industry.
  • The outlet provides in-depth coverage of industry-leading programs, ensuring students, families, policymakers, and companies learn about promising education and career pathways.
  • Ada Developers Academy Alexandra Holien, Interim CEO: "Ada is changing the face of tech, and we are thrilled that Cognizant is investing in our work.
  • Girlstart Shane Woods, Executive Director: "Thanks to support from Cognizant, Girlstart can provide free year-round STEM programming for 2,000+ girls in grades 4-8.

Arm Announces Appointment of Paul E. Jacobs and Rosemary Schooler to its Board of Directors

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Wednesday, November 30, 2022
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I look forward to working with both Paul and Rosemary as we strengthen our leadership position in the semiconductor ecosystem and prepare for the public markets.

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  • I look forward to working with both Paul and Rosemary as we strengthen our leadership position in the semiconductor ecosystem and prepare for the public markets.
  • I have worked with Arm from the early days of smartphones and the wireless internet, Paul E. Jacobs added.
  • I am excited to join Arms Board and work with the world-class team here to help drive the next technology revolutions.
  • Arm is poised to be a leader in the semiconductor and computing industries, said Rosemary Schooler.

Trident University International Faculty Dr. Indira Guzman Receives 2022 Teaching Excellence Award

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Thursday, August 25, 2022
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CHANDLER, Ariz., Aug. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dr. Indira Guzman is the recipient of Trident University International's (Trident) Teaching Excellence Award for 2022. She was presented with the award during the University's Commencement Ceremony on July 22 in Long Beach, California.

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  • Dr. Indira Guzman received Trident's Teaching Excellence Award for 2022.
  • CHANDLER, Ariz., Aug. 25, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dr. Indira Guzman is the recipient of Trident University International's (Trident) Teaching Excellence Award for 2022.
  • Dr. Guzman was selected by the University Faculty Development Council by a rubric which considered feedback submitted by Trident students.
  • Founded in 1998, Trident University International is a member of the American InterContinental University System, which is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org).

Bazaarvoice names Colin Bodell as Chief Technology Officer

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Thursday, August 4, 2022
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AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 04, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bazaarvoice, Inc., today announced that it has named Colin Bodell as Chief Technology Officer (CTO).

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  • AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 04, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bazaarvoice, Inc., today announced that it has named Colin Bodell as Chief Technology Officer (CTO).
  • Bodell has more than 25 years of experience in the technology industry, but has been especially focused on hyper-growth tech organizations and growing their platforms at scale.
  • Colins transformational thought leadership and retail and technology expertise will be integral in delivering our mission at Bazaarvoice of making shopping radically transparent, said Keith Nealon, Bazaarvoice CEO.
  • As a former customer of their products and services, its clear to me that the market potential of Bazaarvoice is huge, said Bodell.

NPower's Command Shift Coalition for Women of Color in Tech Celebrates One-Year Anniversary, Raises $3M in Support from Fortune 500 Companies & New Partners

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Thursday, June 2, 2022
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NEW YORK, June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, NPower's Command Shift Coalition, a consortium of partners, allies, and advocates focused on achieving workforce equity and equality in the tech sector, celebrates the one year anniversary of its launch in May 2021 and the Fortune 500 companies and nonprofit partners who have joined the movement to ensure the retention and advancement of women of color in the tech industry.

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  • The Command Shift Coalition aligns with our commitments to racial and gender equity, and we are honored to join NPower in this work."
  • Thanks to the efforts of Command Shift, NPower is also celebrating the following milestones:
    1,215 women of color served since 2018 including 533 more women of color reached in the last year alone.
  • Additionally, since the launch of Command Shift in May 2021, NPower has seen a major uptick in individuals registering for courses.
  • The coalition is composed of business leaders, corporations, nonprofits, and community organizations, who will address the glaring inequalities of women of color in tech.

2022 Virtual NCWIT Summit, Streaming May 16-19, Offers Resources for Promoting Inclusion in Tech

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Saturday, May 14, 2022
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BOULDER, Colo., May 14, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- This online thought leadership series focused on improving diversity and equity in the computing field is free and open to the public.

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  • The 2022 Virtual NCWIT Summit on Women and Information Technology, happening May 16-19, offers workshops and keynotes focused on research-based approaches to creating inclusive, equitable, and accessible tech cultures.
  • BOULDER, Colo., May 14, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- This online thought leadership series focused on improving diversity and equity in the computing field is free and open to the public.
  • The 2022 Virtual NCWIT Summit on Women and Information Technology, happening May 16-19, offers workshops and keynotes focused on research-based approaches to creating inclusive, equitable, and accessible tech cultures.
  • NCWIT is deeply grateful for the support of 2022 Virtual NCWIT Summit Sponsors PNC, Bloomberg, and Royal Bank of Canada Capital Markets.

Coalition of Tech Companies and Academic Experts Launch Unprecedented Report to Transform Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Outcomes within Tech Industry

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Thursday, October 28, 2021
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Transform future pathways into tech for underrepresented talent, including by helping solve the acute lack of computer science teachers from underrepresented backgrounds.

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  • Transform future pathways into tech for underrepresented talent, including by helping solve the acute lack of computer science teachers from underrepresented backgrounds.
  • The tech industry remains dominated by white men," said Vivian Schiller, Executive Director of Aspen Digital, a program of the Aspen Institute.
  • Justice for underrepresented communities requires sustained commitment, transparency, and accountability from leadership, and thats what we strive toward with Catalyze Tech.
  • It is imperative that we continue to call upon tech companies to take action, and contribute to making the tech industry a more accurate reflection of a broad society.