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Command Holdings, a Pequot Company, Receives HIRE Vets Medallion from the U.S. Department of Labor

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023
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MASHANTUCKET, Conn., Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, U.S. Acting Secretary of Labor Julie A. Su recognized Native American owned Command Holdings as a recipient of the 2023 HIRE Vets Medallion Award, during an award ceremony presented by the U.S. Department of Labor. The Honoring Investments in Recruiting and Employing American Military Veterans Act (HIRE Vets Act) Medallion Program is the only federal award program that recognizes employers who successfully recruit, hire, and retain veterans.

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  • MASHANTUCKET, Conn., Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, U.S. Acting Secretary of Labor Julie A. Su recognized Native American owned Command Holdings as a recipient of the 2023 HIRE Vets Medallion Award, during an award ceremony presented by the U.S. Department of Labor.
  • The Honoring Investments in Recruiting and Employing American Military Veterans Act (HIRE Vets Act) Medallion Program is the only federal award program that recognizes employers who successfully recruit, hire, and retain veterans.
  • By meeting the criteria required for a Gold Medallion Award, Command Holdings demonstrated both patriotism and recognition of the values veterans bring to the workplace.
  • "Command Holdings is an organization founded on diversity," said Jon Panamaroff, CEO of Command Holdings.

MEN'S WEARHOUSE ANNOUNCES LANDMARK $6.5 MILLION DONATION TO U.S. VETERANS DRIVEN BY CUSTOMER CONTRIBUTIONS

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023
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HOUSTON, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In honor of Veterans Day, Men's Wearhouse announces a $6.5 million contribution to Veteran organizations in support of service members and their families.

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  • HOUSTON, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In honor of Veterans Day, Men's Wearhouse announces a $6.5 million contribution to Veteran organizations in support of service members and their families.
  • Through its year-round campaign driving donations in-store alone, Men's Wearhouse saw a record-breaking 1.3 million unique donors, resulting in its largest-ever contribution to honor U.S. Veterans this November.
  • The retailer remains true to its loyalty to the veteran community by sharing $6.5 million across four causes.
  • "Men's Wearhouse is committed to uplifting our Veterans and giving them the support they deserve.

Oshkosh Defense Receives JLTV Order for $208 Million

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Monday, November 6, 2023
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Oshkosh Defense, LLC, announced that the U.S. Army Contracting Command – Detroit Arsenal placed an order for Oshkosh Defense Joint Light Tactical Vehicles (JLTV), trailers (JLTV-T), and associated packaged and installed kits.

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  • Oshkosh Defense, LLC, announced that the U.S. Army Contracting Command – Detroit Arsenal placed an order for Oshkosh Defense Joint Light Tactical Vehicles (JLTV), trailers (JLTV-T), and associated packaged and installed kits.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231106723276/en/
    Oshkosh Defense Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) (Photo: Business Wire)
    The order is valued at $208 million and includes JLTVs for the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corps and U.S. Air Force.
  • Throughout the program, Oshkosh Defense focused on continuous improvement and innovation, as reflected by more than 125 patents and applications that Oshkosh holds associated with the JLTV family of vehicles and related technologies.
  • Oshkosh Defense has received JLTV orders or commitments from eight international customers and intends to continue making the proven Oshkosh JLTV available through Direct Commercial Sales (DCS).

Rocket Lab Welcomes Lt. Gen. Nina Armagno to Board of Directors

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023
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Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (Nasdaq: RKLB) (“Rocket Lab” or “the Company”), a global leader in launch services and space systems, today announced that retired U.S. Space Force Lt. Gen. Nina Armagno has been appointed to the Company’s Board of Directors.

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  • Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (Nasdaq: RKLB) (“Rocket Lab” or “the Company”), a global leader in launch services and space systems, today announced that retired U.S. Space Force Lt. Gen. Nina Armagno has been appointed to the Company’s Board of Directors.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231101066773/en/
    Newly appointed Rocket Lab board member and retired U.S. Space Force Lt. Gen. Nina Armagno (Photo: Business Wire)
    Lt. Gen. Armagno joins the Rocket Lab Board after serving more than 35 years in leadership positions for the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force.
  • “Nina has an accomplished background in space operations and national defense as part of her distinguished military career and we're thrilled to have her bring this wealth of knowledge to Rocket Lab,” said Rocket Lab founder and CEO Peter Beck.
  • Founded in 2006, Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company with an established track record of mission success.

Davidson Hospitality Group Launches Inaugural "Davidson Day of Service" Companywide Initiative

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023
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ATLANTA, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Davidson Hospitality Group announces the inaugural launch of "Davidson Day of Service," a new companywide initiative aimed at giving back to the local communities at all 83 individual hotels and resorts within the portfolio, from coast to coast. From supporting food banks and assisting homeless shelters to contributing goods and equipment to local schools to trail clean-ups, each participating property has developed a thoughtful, meaningful engagement to make a positive impact on its community during the month of November.

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  • ATLANTA, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Davidson Hospitality Group announces the inaugural launch of "Davidson Day of Service," a new companywide initiative aimed at giving back to the local communities at all 83 individual hotels and resorts within the portfolio, from coast to coast.
  • "Community service projects are not new to Davidson, as our company has been doing them for years.
  • I continue to be amazed by our team members for fortifying strong relationships with the communities in which we live and serve."
  • Davidson Hospitality Group corporate office will build care packages with school supplies for Peyton Forest Elementary in Atlanta, a Title 1, Part A school, which is economically and educationally disadvantaged.

Crystal Group Honors the U.S. Navy’s Latest Fast-Attack Submarine in Commissioning Ceremony

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Thursday, October 19, 2023
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Crystal Group, Inc., a trusted designer and manufacturer of rugged high-performance edge compute solutions, sponsored the commissioning ceremony for the USS Hyman G. Rickover , the United States’ newest fast-attack, nuclear-powered submarine.

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  • Crystal Group, Inc., a trusted designer and manufacturer of rugged high-performance edge compute solutions, sponsored the commissioning ceremony for the USS Hyman G. Rickover , the United States’ newest fast-attack, nuclear-powered submarine.
  • This submarine continues the legacy and dominance of undersea warfare established by the U.S. Navy’s nuclear-powered submarine program nearly seven decades ago.
  • “As a 28-year Navy veteran, I take a lot of pride in how Crystal Group supports the U.S. Armed Forces.
  • That pride of workmanship extends to everyone at Crystal Group because we know that we build equipment that our soldiers, sailors, airmen and Marines depend upon,” said Greg Johnson, program manager at Crystal Group.

Permian Warrior Partnership partners with H-E-B Operation Appreciation and Midland College for Veterans Day Event

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Monday, October 16, 2023
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MIDLAND, TX, Oct. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Permian Warrior Partnership (PWP), a community branch of America's Warrior Partnership (AWP), today announced a Midland Veterans Day Event in partnership with H-E-B Operation Appreciation and Midland College.

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  • MIDLAND, TX, Oct. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Permian Warrior Partnership (PWP), a community branch of America's Warrior Partnership (AWP), today announced a Midland Veterans Day Event in partnership with H-E-B Operation Appreciation and Midland College.
  • The event will honor those who served our country on Veterans Day, November 11, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the campus of Midland College located at 3600 N. Garfield St. Midland, TX 79705.
  • “This Veterans Day, it is an honor to work with H-E-B and Midland College to give back to the men and women who have served our country,” said Roy Dobbins, Program Lead of Permian Warrior Partnership.
  • "In partnership with Permian Warrior Partnership, H-E-B takes pride in recognizing the dedication and sacrifices made by those who have served our country."

Major prime contractor selects Crystal Group for radar system program

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Friday, October 13, 2023
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Crystal Group, Inc. , a trusted designer and manufacturer of rugged high-performance edge compute solutions, secured a multimillion dollar contract with a major defense contractor to deliver rugged Crystal Group servers for deployment in advanced radar systems used by United States Armed Forces and foreign allies .

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  • Crystal Group, Inc. , a trusted designer and manufacturer of rugged high-performance edge compute solutions, secured a multimillion dollar contract with a major defense contractor to deliver rugged Crystal Group servers for deployment in advanced radar systems used by United States Armed Forces and foreign allies .
  • Crystal Group was selected to replace the contractor’s existing rugged compute provider for this program because of its industry-leading manufacturing quality.
  • By utilizing advanced thermal management techniques and working collaboratively with the customer, Crystal Group will provide the exact SWaP-optimized solution that is required.
  • “My team of Crystal Group system architects is always ready to take on new challenges, and this program enabled us to demonstrate our creative design abilities, while still meeting the rugged standards that are required for mission success,” said Andy Friend, system architecture manager at Crystal Group.

Team RWB and The Vitamin Shoppe to Host Over 100 "Workouts of the Day" In Locations Across the U.S. in Recognition of Veterans Day

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Monday, October 16, 2023
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SECAUCUS, N.J., Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This upcoming Veterans Day, November 11, veterans and their supporters in over 100 locations nationwide will complete a series of mountain climbers, power cleans, and other functional fitness exercises to support the men and women who have served our country. WOD for Warriors is a national fundraiser and "Workout of the Day," presented by The Vitamin Shoppe® in support of Team Red, White & Blue (Team RWB), a nonprofit organization forging America's leading health and wellness community for veterans.

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  • WOD for Warriors is a national fundraiser and "Workout of the Day," presented by The Vitamin Shoppe® in support of Team Red, White & Blue (Team RWB), a nonprofit organization forging America's leading health and wellness community for veterans.
  • "It's inspiring to see veterans and supporters come together year after year to complete WOD for Warriors on Veterans Day," said Mike Erwin, Founder and Executive Director of Team RWB.
  • The Vitamin Shoppe has supported Team RWB and its mission since 2020.
  • To do more than say "thank you" on Veterans Day, learn more and register at www.about.teamrwb.org/missions/wod-for-warriors .

U.S. Army Awards Near Earth Autonomy and Kaman Air Vehicles Contract to Demonstrate Heavy Lift VTOL Capability

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023
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Near Earth Autonomy, Inc. (Near Earth) and Kaman Air Vehicles, a division of Kaman Corporation (NYSE: KAMN), announced today that they have been awarded a contract by the U.S. Army to demonstrate a resupply uncrewed aerial system (UAS) capable of moving loads with a minimum of 800 pounds and flying distances over 100 miles.

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  • Near Earth Autonomy, Inc. (Near Earth) and Kaman Air Vehicles, a division of Kaman Corporation (NYSE: KAMN), announced today that they have been awarded a contract by the U.S. Army to demonstrate a resupply uncrewed aerial system (UAS) capable of moving loads with a minimum of 800 pounds and flying distances over 100 miles.
  • This heavy-lift vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) UAS will take Soldiers out of harm’s way and supplement resupply trips through added uncrewed lift capacity.
  • This practice significantly heightens the risk for Army aircrews, especially when operating in hostile regions.
  • The partners will demonstrate the KARGO UAV's capabilities at Project Convergence 2024, displaying applications ranging from cargo resupply to reconnaissance.