Embry–Riddle Aeronautical University

Reach Establishes Government Advisory Board to Drive Growth in Federal Business

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星期三, 五月 8, 2024

Reach Power (Reach), the leader in wireless Power-at-a-Distance, today announced the creation of its Government Advisory Board.

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  • Reach Power (Reach), the leader in wireless Power-at-a-Distance, today announced the creation of its Government Advisory Board.
  • This newly established board, focused on guiding Reach’s growth in the public sector, will be anchored by Major General (Ret.)
  • The board will be composed of a senior group of former military and government executives who will provide strategic guidance and direction on how Reach can best meet the federal government’s growing operational energy needs.
  • "I am excited to be Reach’s first advisory board member and I look forward to both helping Reach build a strong board and bring wireless power technology directly to the warfighter."

Silvercrest Expands International and Global Equity Capability With Rehan Chaudhri, James A. Dunn, Jr., Ken Dennig, and Robert Gondolfo

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星期四, 五月 2, 2024

The team will expand upon Silvercrest’s comprehensive investment capabilities with their Global Equity Strategy, broadening the firm’s offerings to families and institutional investors.

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  • The team will expand upon Silvercrest’s comprehensive investment capabilities with their Global Equity Strategy, broadening the firm’s offerings to families and institutional investors.
  • Our common values of product excellence, client service, and a strong team orientation makes our decision to join Silvercrest an easy one.
  • We look forward to continuing our dialog with our potential clients and partners worldwide.” Mr. Chaudhri established a dynamic global and international value equity track record since 2020.
  • Mr. Chaudhri joins Silvercrest as a Managing Director and Lead Portfolio Manager for the team’s Global Equity Strategy.

Flexjet Chairman Kenn Ricci Joins Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Board of Trustees

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星期四, 四月 18, 2024

Cleveland, Ohio, April 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Flexjet, Inc., a global leader in private aviation, announced that its Chairman, Kenn Ricci, has been appointed to the Board of Trustees of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, the world’s largest, most comprehensive institution specializing in aviation, aviation business, aerospace, engineering and STEM-related degree programs.

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  • Cleveland, Ohio, April 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Flexjet, Inc., a global leader in private aviation, announced that its Chairman, Kenn Ricci, has been appointed to the Board of Trustees of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, the world’s largest, most comprehensive institution specializing in aviation, aviation business, aerospace, engineering and STEM-related degree programs.
  • “It is vital to the growth of the aviation industry that we continue to attract, coach and retain young talent.
  • “Kenn is second-to-none when it comes to deep understanding of the aviation business and a successful track record in the industry,” said Mori Hosseini, chairman of the Embry‑Riddle Board of Trustees.
  • His unique leadership skills, business acumen, passion and vision will be incredible assets, and I look forward to working with him.”

Archer Opens D.C. Office; Adds Key Policy, Government, and Regulatory Affairs Leaders Under Former FAA Chief as It Prepares for Commercial Launch

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星期四, 四月 18, 2024

Former FAA Administrator and current Archer executive, Billy Nolen, is now Archer’s Chief Regulatory Affairs Officer leading Archer’s government affairs efforts and Melissa McCaffrey joined the team to lead its efforts at the U.S. state and local levels.

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  • Former FAA Administrator and current Archer executive, Billy Nolen, is now Archer’s Chief Regulatory Affairs Officer leading Archer’s government affairs efforts and Melissa McCaffrey joined the team to lead its efforts at the U.S. state and local levels.
  • Lynda Tran , former Senior Advisor to the U.S. Secretary of Transportation and Director of Public Engagement at the U.S. Department of Transportation, has also joined in an advisory capacity.
  • Today’s announcement comes as Archer continues to rapidly advance through the U.S. regulatory process for certifying its Midnight aircraft, reinforcing its progress on the path toward commercial flight operations.
  • Archer’s Midnight is a piloted, four-passenger aircraft designed to perform rapid back-to-back flights with minimal charge time between flights.

The Inner Circle Acknowledges Steven Hofmann as a Top Pinnacle Professional

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星期一, 四月 22, 2024

TITUSVILLE, Fla., April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Steven Hofmann is acknowledged as a Top Pinnacle Professional for being a Renowned Expert in Weapons Systems, Cybersecurity Assessment, and Aviation.

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  • TITUSVILLE, Fla., April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Steven Hofmann is acknowledged as a Top Pinnacle Professional for being a Renowned Expert in Weapons Systems, Cybersecurity Assessment, and Aviation.
  • Following this illustrious military service, Mr. Hofmann continued to excel in similar activities at MITRE Corporation where he worked from 2000 to 2004.
  • He spent an additional 5 years of military service, made possible only through Presidential recall orders, after 9-11.
  • Today, Mr. Hofmann continues his dedicated service to the government and the aviation industry as a contractor through CCxH LLC.

AIAA Announces 2024 Design/Build/Fly (DBF) Competition Winners

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星期一, 四月 22, 2024

The flyoff was hosted by AIAA Corporate Member Textron Aviation in Wichita, Kan.

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  • The flyoff was hosted by AIAA Corporate Member Textron Aviation in Wichita, Kan.
  • Teams from 12 countries, including 32 US states participated in the full DBF Competition, including submitting design reports and attending the flyoff.
  • The airplane must be able to conduct a delivery flight, a medical transport flight, and an urban taxi flight.
  • The 2025 AIAA DBF Competition will be held in April 2025 hosted in Tucson, Ariz., by Raytheon.

Rudy R. Miller Proffers a New Scholarship Program at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, the College of Business, Security and Intelligence, Prescott, Arizona Campus

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星期二, 三月 19, 2024

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., March 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rudy R. Miller has awarded his first College of Business, Security and Intelligence (CBSI) scholarship to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Prescott, AZ, student, Haley Childress. Ms. Childress is a senior pursuing her bachelor’s degree in Global Security and Intelligence Studies, with minors in Arabic and Middle Eastern Studies plus Psychology.

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  • Embry-Riddle Prescott’s College of Business, Security and Intelligence represents the first comprehensive degree-granting college of its kind in the United States.
  • CBSI focuses on the training of future business, security, and intelligence professionals, on both the national and international level.
  • The College’s courses of study emphasize research in the fields of global business, international security, and global intelligence.
  • Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Prescott Campus is a National Security Agency (NSA) and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) designated National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education (CAE CDE) institution.

PMW Aero Announces the Addition of New Executive, James Palacios, to its Leadership Team

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星期二, 四月 2, 2024

LIBERTY, S.C., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- PMW Aero , a rapidly growing provider of high-quality precision machined components to the aerospace and defense community today announced the addition of James Palacios to its executive team.

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  • LIBERTY, S.C., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- PMW Aero , a rapidly growing provider of high-quality precision machined components to the aerospace and defense community today announced the addition of James Palacios to its executive team.
  • Mr. Palacios brings over 35 years of aerospace experience to PMW Aero.
  • "Joining such a world class organization like PMA Aero, that is so well positioned for strategic growth in aerospace & defense industry, is an extremely exciting opportunity.
  • It is an absolute pleasure to become part of such a great team," said Palacios.

American Public University Doctoral Student Andreea Mosila Named a Fulbright Scholar

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星期四, 三月 14, 2024

CHARLES TOWN, W.Va., March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- American Public University doctoral student Andreea Mosila has been selected as a Fulbright Scholar, with plans to conduct research on climate change and its global security implications at Babeș-Bolyai University in Romania for the 2024-2025 academic year.

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  • CHARLES TOWN, W.Va., March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- American Public University doctoral student Andreea Mosila has been selected as a Fulbright Scholar, with plans to conduct research on climate change and its global security implications at Babeș-Bolyai University in Romania for the 2024-2025 academic year.
  • "On behalf of our School of Security and Global Studies and the entire academic leadership team, I congratulate Ms. Mosila for her incredible achievement," said Dr. Elizabeth Johnson, Provost, American Public University System.
  • "This is a remarkable accomplishment, and I am confident that Andreea will make a lasting impact with her future research."
  • She has a master's degree in political science from American Public University and has a second master's degree in aeronautics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University; Mosila also earned her bachelor's degree in space studies and aerospace science from American Public University.

National Veterans Non-Profit Operation Song Appoints Jon Foti as CEO

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星期五, 二月 16, 2024

NASHVILLE Tenn., Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Operation Song®, the 501(c)(3) non-profit that pairs veterans and active-duty military with professional songwriters to tell their stories through song, announces the appointment of Jon Foti as Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Foti assumes the role after serving as the CEO of the Dale K. Graham Veterans Foundation and he brings a wealth of experience in non-profit leadership, veterans affairs, and a strong commitment to serving the veteran and military community.

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  • NASHVILLE Tenn., Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Operation Song®, the 501(c)(3) non-profit that pairs veterans and active-duty military with professional songwriters to tell their stories through song, announces the appointment of Jon Foti as Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
  • Operation Song CEO Jon Foti will oversee the expansion of partnerships in the music industry and veterans organizations.
  • In this newly created role, Foti leads Operation Song into its second decade, overseeing fundraising development and the expansion of partnerships within the music industry and veterans organizations.
  • Army veteran and CEO of Operation Song, Jon Foti states, "It's an honor to join Operation Song and connect gifted songwriters with veterans, for whom self-expression can be challenging.