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Second Century Ventures Announces 8 Companies for 2024 REACH Scale-Up Program

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024

Chicago, April 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Second Century Ventures, the strategic investment arm of the National Association of Realtors® and the most active global real estate technology fund, today announced the acceptance of eight companies to the 2024 REACH program.

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  • Chicago, April 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Second Century Ventures, the strategic investment arm of the National Association of Realtors® and the most active global real estate technology fund, today announced the acceptance of eight companies to the 2024 REACH program.
  • “Through the REACH scale-up program, we’re catalyzing transformative advancements at the intersection of technology and real estate,” said Mark Birschbach, NAR’s senior vice president, strategic business innovation and technology.
  • “The eight companies selected for the 2024 REACH program are at the forefront of the industry’s greatest challenges and opportunities,” said Ashley Stinton, managing partner, NAR REACH.
  • “These companies are poised to significantly advance the real estate landscape in the year ahead and for many to come,” said Dave Garland, managing partner, Second Century Ventures.

2024 ICCC Program Provides Free Training, Education, and Mentorship to Small Business Owners

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024

This year, the ICCC program is placing a heightened focus on addressing the specific challenges identified by small business owners as critical roadblocks to their growth.

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  • This year, the ICCC program is placing a heightened focus on addressing the specific challenges identified by small business owners as critical roadblocks to their growth.
  • “The ICCC program is a transformative force for small businesses in underserved communities.
  • ICCC will also host a U.S. National Latinx Cohort entirely in Spanish and a specialty program for larger B2B companies in Connecticut.
  • For more information or to speak with an ICCC subject matter expert, please contact Indhira Taveras at [email protected] or 617-238-3030.

Mark Cuban Foundation and Perficient Bring AI Bootcamp to Houston Teens

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024

HOUSTON, April 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Mark Cuban Foundation, in partnership with Perficient is bringing the only artificial intelligence (AI) camp of its kind, free of charge, to high school students in Houston.

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  • HOUSTON, April 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Mark Cuban Foundation, in partnership with Perficient is bringing the only artificial intelligence (AI) camp of its kind, free of charge, to high school students in Houston.
  • These AI bootcamps are introductory and accessible to student in grades 9-12 with an interest in technology.
  • “With the proliferation of AI, it’s more important than ever to increase AI education – especially among today’s youth.
  • We’re proud to partner with the Mark Cuban Foundation to educate the next generation of technology leaders, mentoring students in AI, and ensuring the future of STEM.” - Bill Davis, senior vice president, Perficient.

Mark Cuban Foundation and Perficient Bring AI Bootcamp to Plano Teens

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024

PLANO, Texas, April 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Mark Cuban Foundation, in partnership with Perficient is bringing the only artificial intelligence (AI) camp of its kind, free of charge, to high school students in Plano.

Key Points: 
  • PLANO, Texas, April 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Mark Cuban Foundation, in partnership with Perficient is bringing the only artificial intelligence (AI) camp of its kind, free of charge, to high school students in Plano.
  • These AI bootcamps are introductory and accessible to student in grades 9-12 with an interest in technology.
  • “With the proliferation of AI, it’s more important than ever to increase AI education – especially among today’s youth.
  • We’re proud to partner with the Mark Cuban Foundation to educate the next generation of technology leaders, mentoring students in AI, and ensuring the future of STEM.” - Bill Davis, senior vice president, Perficient.

Mark Cuban Foundation and Perficient Bring AI Bootcamp to Detroit Teens

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024

DETROIT, April 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Mark Cuban Foundation, in partnership with Perficient is bringing the only artificial intelligence (AI) camp of its kind, free of charge, to high school students in Detroit.

Key Points: 
  • DETROIT, April 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Mark Cuban Foundation, in partnership with Perficient is bringing the only artificial intelligence (AI) camp of its kind, free of charge, to high school students in Detroit.
  • These AI bootcamps are introductory and accessible to student in grades 9-12 with an interest in technology.
  • “With the proliferation of AI, it’s more important than ever to increase AI education – especially among today’s youth.
  • We’re proud to partner with the Mark Cuban Foundation to educate the next generation of technology leaders, mentoring students in AI, and ensuring the future of STEM.” - Bill Davis, senior vice president, Perficient.

Mark Cuban Foundation and Perficient Bring AI Bootcamp to St. Louis Teens

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024

ST. LOUIS, April 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Mark Cuban Foundation, in partnership with Perficient is bringing the only artificial intelligence (AI) camp of its kind, free of charge, to high school students in St. Louis.

Key Points: 
  • ST. LOUIS, April 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Mark Cuban Foundation, in partnership with Perficient is bringing the only artificial intelligence (AI) camp of its kind, free of charge, to high school students in St. Louis.
  • These AI bootcamps are introductory and accessible to student in grades 9-12 with an interest in technology.
  • We’re proud to partner with the Mark Cuban Foundation to educate the next generation of technology leaders, mentoring students in AI, and ensuring the future of STEM.” - Bill Davis, senior vice president, Perficient.
  • This bootcamp is facilitated with support from Mark Cuban Foundation AI Bootcamp Program's media partner, Notified, a globally trusted technology partner for investor relations, public relations and marketing professionals.

Mark Cuban Foundation and Perficient Bring AI Bootcamp to Minneapolis Teens

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024

MINNEAPOLIS, April 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Mark Cuban Foundation, in partnership with Perficient is bringing the only artificial intelligence (AI) camp of its kind, free of charge, to high school students in Minneapolis.

Key Points: 
  • MINNEAPOLIS, April 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Mark Cuban Foundation, in partnership with Perficient is bringing the only artificial intelligence (AI) camp of its kind, free of charge, to high school students in Minneapolis.
  • These AI bootcamps are introductory and accessible to student in grades 9-12 with an interest in technology.
  • We’re proud to partner with the Mark Cuban Foundation to educate the next generation of technology leaders, mentoring students in AI, and ensuring the future of STEM.” - Bill Davis, senior vice president, Perficient.
  • This bootcamp is facilitated with support from Mark Cuban Foundation AI Bootcamp Program's media partner, Notified, a globally trusted technology partner for investor relations, public relations and marketing professionals.

Mark Cuban Foundation and Perficient Bring AI Bootcamp to Fargo Teens

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024

FARGO, N.D., April 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Mark Cuban Foundation, in partnership with Perficient is bringing the only artificial intelligence (AI) camp of its kind, free of charge, to high school students in Fargo.

Key Points: 
  • FARGO, N.D., April 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Mark Cuban Foundation, in partnership with Perficient is bringing the only artificial intelligence (AI) camp of its kind, free of charge, to high school students in Fargo.
  • These AI bootcamps are introductory and accessible to student in grades 9-12 with an interest in technology.
  • We’re proud to partner with the Mark Cuban Foundation to educate the next generation of technology leaders, mentoring students in AI, and ensuring the future of STEM.” - Bill Davis, senior vice president, Perficient.
  • This bootcamp is facilitated with support from Mark Cuban Foundation AI Bootcamp Program's media partner, Notified, a globally trusted technology partner for investor relations, public relations and marketing professionals.

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences Fills Healthcare Industry Shortages with New Innovative Programs

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024

These programs aim to prepare students for advanced clinical practice and leadership roles in top healthcare specialties.

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  • These programs aim to prepare students for advanced clinical practice and leadership roles in top healthcare specialties.
  • In the healthcare disciplines that USAHS addresses, practitioner shortages are growing while demand for treatment is increasing; therefore, boosting the educational pipeline has become more critical than ever.
  • Dedicated to graduate studies in health sciences, USAHS fills the healthcare industry pipeline gaps through innovative blended online and hands-on programs, allowing students to live almost anywhere in the U.S. while obtaining their master's or doctorate degrees.
  • They also ensure that the University’s programs prepare graduate students for their future careers and fill the existing healthcare pipeline gaps.

NBME Appoints New Vice President of Competency-Based Assessment

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024

PHILADELPHIA, April 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NBME, a leading medical assessment company, has recently appointed Christopher Feddock, MD, to Vice President of Competency-Based Assessment (CBA) in its Growth and Innovation division.

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  • PHILADELPHIA, April 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NBME, a leading medical assessment company, has recently appointed Christopher Feddock, MD, to Vice President of Competency-Based Assessment (CBA) in its Growth and Innovation division.
  • This approach helps to ensure that future health care professionals are well-prepared to provide high-quality care to a diverse patient population.
  • “Over the past several years, Chris has played a critical leadership role within the unit on several projects,” Pamela Treves, NBME Senior Vice President of Growth and Innovation, said.
  • “The opportunity to advance learner clinical skills on a national level drove me to join NBME,” Feddock said.