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AmeriCorps CEO Celebrates AmeriCorps Week in DC, Pennsylvania and New York

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星期四, 三月 21, 2024
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"AmeriCorps Week celebrates the millions of AmeriCorps members, AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers and alumni who have devoted themselves in service to communities and causes in greatest need.," said Michael D. Smith, CEO, AmeriCorps.

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  • "AmeriCorps Week celebrates the millions of AmeriCorps members, AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers and alumni who have devoted themselves in service to communities and causes in greatest need.," said Michael D. Smith, CEO, AmeriCorps.
  • On Monday, March 11, AmeriCorps CEO Michael D. Smith launched AmeriCorps Week by delivering a keynote presentation at the National League of Cities “Celebrate Diversity” breakfast .
  • In addition, Smith attended a virtual Intergenerational Alumni Networking event hosted by AmeriCorps, America's Service Commissions , and Service Year Alliance for an AmeriCorps alumni networking event celebrating AmeriCorps' 30th anniversary and AmeriCorps Week.
  • The event featured a panel of AmeriCorps alumni and AmeriCorps senior volunteers who had served for three decades at AmeriCorps.

UK AI Firm Quantexa, Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust, and the University of Liverpool’s Civic Health Innovation Labs Partner to Create a Groundbreaking Global AI Hub for Health and Social Care in Liverpool

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星期一, 三月 18, 2024
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Based within CHIL is the Mental Health Research for Innovation Centre (M-RIC), a partnership between Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust and the University of Liverpool, aimed to tackle global challenges in mental health, including increasing levels of illness.

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  • Based within CHIL is the Mental Health Research for Innovation Centre (M-RIC), a partnership between Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust and the University of Liverpool, aimed to tackle global challenges in mental health, including increasing levels of illness.
  • It will support building a trusted data foundation to develop better drug and digital therapies, as well as to better coordinate care services.
  • Quantexa will be working alongside teams from the University of Liverpool, NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board, and Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust.
  • Vishal Marria, CEO of Quantexa, said: “Quantexa’s vision is to work with university and NHS partners to address global current challenges in UK care programs.

Jackson Public Schools in Mississippi Selects Tyler Technologies’ Enterprise Resource Planning Solution

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星期二, 三月 19, 2024
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Tyler Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: TYL) announced today it has signed an agreement with Jackson Public Schools (JPS) in Mississippi for Tyler’s Enterprise ERP solution.

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  • Tyler Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: TYL) announced today it has signed an agreement with Jackson Public Schools (JPS) in Mississippi for Tyler’s Enterprise ERP solution.
  • “We are excited to invest in the technology that will help support our mission of developing scholars through world-class learning experiences,” said Earl Burke, chief finance and operations officer for Jackson Public Schools.
  • It selected Tyler as the single solution provider capable of providing all required functionality with the addition of enhanced reporting capabilities.
  • Tyler’s Enterprise ERP solution will assist in breaking down departmental data silos, streamlining processes, and eliminating duplicate data entry.

2024 Game Developers Conference Opens Today at San Francisco’s Moscone Convention Center

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星期一, 三月 18, 2024
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The 2024 Game Developers Conference (GDC), the world’s largest gathering of game industry professionals and enthusiasts who are devoted to the art and science of making games, begins its 38th edition today at the Moscone Convention Center in San Francisco.

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  • The 2024 Game Developers Conference (GDC), the world’s largest gathering of game industry professionals and enthusiasts who are devoted to the art and science of making games, begins its 38th edition today at the Moscone Convention Center in San Francisco.
  • The conference continues on Wednesday, March 20, the opening day of GDC’s core conference and commences with the GDC Main Stage Performance titled “A Developer’s Concert” in North Hall at 9:00am PT.
  • Also new this year is the Game History Gallery, created in partnership with the Video Game History Foundation.
  • For more details on the Game Developers Conference, please visit GDC’s official website , or subscribe to regular updates via Facebook , Twitter/X , or RSS.

Collier County, Florida, Selects Priority Based Budgeting Solution from Tyler Technologies

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星期二, 三月 12, 2024
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Tyler Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: TYL) announced today it has signed an agreement with Collier County, Florida, for Tyler’s Priority Based Budgeting solution, which will help improve the performance and efficiency of the county’s budget by removing the common limitations of line-item budgeting.

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  • Tyler Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: TYL) announced today it has signed an agreement with Collier County, Florida, for Tyler’s Priority Based Budgeting solution, which will help improve the performance and efficiency of the county’s budget by removing the common limitations of line-item budgeting.
  • “We are very excited to work with Tyler to transform our current budget process with Priority Based Budgeting,” said Collier County Commissioner Chris Hall.
  • Following Tyler’s acquisition of ResourceX in October 2023, Tyler added Priority Based Budgeting to its ERP portfolio, elevating Tyler’s offerings in the public sector budgeting space.
  • “We’re pleased to bring Tyler’s Priority Based Budgeting solution and methodology to Collier County,” said Chris Webster, president of Tyler’s ERP & Civic Division.

Report: Colorado's Nonprofit Sector Supports $62 Billion in Economic Activity

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星期四, 四月 4, 2024
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DENVER, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Governor Jared Polis joined nonprofit, business and community leaders, as well as elected officials to share the latest report about Colorado's robust nonprofit sector, which supports 260,000 workers.

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  • The Colorado Nonprofit Economic Impact Report is developed every five years to track this vital sector of the state's economy.
  • Some of the highlights of the findings included:
    The sector directly employs 182,000 people, supports 54,000 jobs in business-to-business activity and 26,000 jobs through household spending, which is 10 percent of all jobs.
  • The total economic impact increased by 55% to $62 billion in 2024 from $40 billion in 2019.
  • Nevertheless, it's encouraging to see the continued growth and strength of the nonprofit sector and the meaningful impact on the economic well-being of our state and its people."

City of Wilton Manors Selected as Finalist for the National Civic League's 2024 All-America City Award

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星期三, 四月 3, 2024
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WILTON MANORS, Fla., April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The City of Wilton Manors was selected as a finalist for the National Civic League's 2024 All-America City Award .

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  • WILTON MANORS, Fla., April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The City of Wilton Manors was selected as a finalist for the National Civic League's 2024 All-America City Award .
  • This award highlights the City's commitment to creating a safe, sustainable, and welcoming community for all to enjoy.
  • All submissions, including the City of Wilton Manors', were judged on the strength of their civic capital, demonstrated by three community-driven projects or programs that have adapted and transformed the community.
  • A team of city staff and community members will present this year's submission at the All-America City Awards Competition and Event in Denver, Colorado from June 7 through 9, 2024, where 10 municipalities will be honored with the National Civic League's All-America City Award.

Car Pros Honda El Monte Honored with Honda Masters Circle Award for Second Consecutive Year

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星期三, 四月 3, 2024
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GARDEN GROVE, Calif., April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Car Pros Honda El Monte has received the 2023 Honda Masters Circle award from American Honda Motor Co., Inc., for the second year in a row, in recognition of being one of the top 50 Honda dealerships in America for their 2023 new vehicle sales performance. The dealership is part of the Car Pros Automotive Group, one of the fastest growing automotive groups in the United States, which as a whole achieved record sales of more than $1,126 billion in 2023, up from $1,031 billion in 2022.

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  • The Honda Masters Circle award is a true testament to the values, hard work, dedication, and determination of the team at Car Pros Honda El Monte.
  • Car Pros Honda El Monte achieved its best year ever in 2023, selling 3,242 new Hondas, an increase of nearly 60% from the prior year.
  • "This award is a true testament to the values, hard work, dedication, and determination of the team at Car Pros Honda El Monte.
  • "It's a great privilege to acknowledge Car Pros Honda El Monte as a Honda Masters Circle winner and top sales leader for 2023," said Mamadou Diallo, senior vice president of Auto Sales for American Honda.

New AI-Powered Data Analyst from Polco Provides Instant, Actionable Insights for Governments

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星期二, 三月 19, 2024
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Personified as "Polly," Polco's conversational AI data analyst answers public sector leaders' most pressing questions with unparalleled, real-time performance management data, comparisons, and historical trends.

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  • Personified as "Polly," Polco's conversational AI data analyst answers public sector leaders' most pressing questions with unparalleled, real-time performance management data, comparisons, and historical trends.
  • Currently accessed in Polco's platform, Polly puts actionable community insights at the fingertips of users for strategic planning, budgeting, grant applications, performance management, and everyday reporting.
  • "Public officials earnestly want to make great decisions using data, but it's really difficult to use public sector data," said Polco CEO Nick Mastronardi.
  • "Public officials earnestly want to make great decisions using data, but it's really difficult to use public sector data," said Polco CEO Nick Mastronardi.

Jonathan Alger, Experienced and Visionary Higher Education Leader, Named 16th President of American University

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星期一, 三月 18, 2024
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WASHINGTON, March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- After a competitive national search, American University named Jonathan (Jon) Alger as the institution's 16th president. Alger comes to AU after 12 years as president of James Madison University (JMU) in Harrisonburg, Virginia. Alger will join AU on July 1, 2024, when current President Sylvia Burwell concludes seven changemaking years leading the institution to extensive impact.

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  • Nationally recognized higher education policy scholar led James Madison University for 12 years, transforming the institution's academic, community, and athletic profile
    WASHINGTON, March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- After a competitive national search, American University named Jonathan (Jon) Alger as the institution's 16th president.
  • "His vision for American University, his understanding of the unique attributes of a university community, and his proven ability to address the complex challenges facing higher education have prepared Jon to lead American University moving forward."
  • Higher education leaders praised Alger's leadership and his selection as American University's 16th president:
    "Jon Alger's experience in higher education generally and especially his extraordinarily successful tenure as president of James Madison University makes him an outstanding choice to lead American University.
  • He will bring his extensive substantive expertise, strong leadership skills, and immense knowledge of higher education to American University as its next president.