Destination Imagination, Inc. Appoints New Executive Director

Michele Tuck-Ponder, Esq. was named Executive Director of Destination Imagination, Inc. after serving as the Interim CEO since December 2017 Destination Imagination , a non-profit organization dedicated to teaching students the creative process through hands-on science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics and social entrepreneurship challenges, today announced the appointment of Michele Tuck-Ponder, Esq.

Certrec Announces Successful Completion of ISO 27001:2013 Audit and Type 2 SOC 2 Examination

Independent, third-party found Certrec to have technical controls in place as well as formalized IT security policies and procedures "Our clients are assured that our web-based tools, information storage solutions, and physical security are protected by comprehensive information security controls, risk management practices, and the prevention of IT architecture security risks," says Steven Thomas, Certrec IT Director. Certrec Corporation , a leading licensing and regulatory compliance provider for NRC and NERC compliance, announced today it has maintained its ISO 27001:2013 certification for the fifth consecutive year and has successfully completed its second Type 2 SOC 2 examination.

New Report Illuminates the Benefits to Modernizing Federal Grant Reporting

The report highlights perspectives of 30 grant management leaders from across the executive branch, federal agencies, and the private sector. Today the Data Foundation and MorganFranklin Consulting released Transforming Federal Grant Reporting: Current Challenge, Future Vision .

U.S. Marine Corps Looks to Co-create Modular Logistics Vehicles and Unmanned Cargo Delivery System

"This is about improving the lives of those who serve in the Marines by bringing customized solutions that improve day-to-day duty experience," said John B. Rogers, Jr., chairman and CEO of LM Industries, Inc. The U.S. military has long been exploring the idea of innovation and today the U.S. Marines Corps and San Francisco-based, co-creation platform Launch Forth announced a partnership to co-create products through design challenges that meet a wide range of logistical missions. The first of several challenges are now live and focus on the design of modular logistics vehicles that serve a multitude of operations as well as an unmanned cargo delivery system to improve the operations and well-being of servicemen and women.

Statement of Senator Elizabeth Dole on Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary David Shulkin

Senator Elizabeth Dole, founder of the Elizabeth Dole Foundation and advocate for military and veteran caregivers, releases statement regarding the VA Office of Inspector General Report Senator Elizabeth Dole, founder of the Elizabeth Dole Foundation and advocate for military and veteran caregivers, released the following statement today on behalf of the Foundation, regarding the VA Office of Inspector General Report: "Secretary Shulkin recently acknowledged that mistakes were made with respect to the use of travel funds, and has since apologized and committed to addressing the issues highlighted in the VA Inspector General report. It is now time to move forward.

One Family’s Patriotism Is Memorialized in Stirring New Biography, ‘Immortal US: WWII Epic’

"This story is about the immortal people in the United States, where when one person falls, another takes his or her place." Author Robert Broome, Jr. Author Robert Broome, Jr.'s military comrade and friend, Private Michael Davidson, USMC, often spoke about his family's history while the two served together aboard the USS Portland on a NATO exercise in the north seas.

King Center’s Beloved Community Talks Convene Influential Women…

The King Center's Beloved Community Talks convene influential women with diverse voices around the world, bridging the racial divide with special guests: Senator Elizabeth Warren, Social Activist Tamika Mallory, Clinical Psychologist Dr. Gloria Morrow, GOP Committeewoman Ginger Howard, and Faith Leader and FOX News Contributor and Evangelist, Alveda King. This live event will take place in Ebenezer Baptist Church located at 101 Jackson Street, NE Atlanta GA from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m and is free to the public and will be livestreamed on http://www.belovedcommunitytalks.org , as well as The King Center's Twitter and Facebook page.

Minnesota 4-H’ers Set to Compete in Eighth Annual Poultry Prince…

Minnesota 4-H poultry participants will have the opportunity to put their knowledge and industry experience to the test during the eighth annual Poultry Prince and Princess Contest , held at the Minnesota State Fair from August 24 through August 27, 2017. The scholarship program, put on by Minnesota 4-H and Gold'n Plump , recognizes the skills, leadership and confidence of the state's top young poultry experts by awarding two participants with the Poultry Prince and Princess ambassador titles and scholarships of $1,000 each.

Climate Trust Capital Announces First Grasslands Investment

The $260,000 commitment is among the first investments from Climate Trust Capital's $5.5 million Fund I. The Fund I pilot launched in October 2016, and was seeded by a Program-Related Investment from the David and Lucile Packard Foundation and supported by a Conservation Innovation Grant awarded in 2015 by the USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service. Fund I's investment thesis is to identify and invest in carbon offset projects that produce attractive risk-adjusted returns.

Downey Shares Her Inspirational Story at 2017 Apex Business Awards

Catherine Downey, CEO & Creative Director at CATMEDIA, is honored to share her story at the 2017 Apex Awards & Business Luncheon presented by the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce at the Georgia Piedmont Conference Center. The Apex Awards honors businesses for their exemplary standards in business development, employee programs, and contributions to DeKalb County and the Atlanta metropolitan area.

Kevin Burns Announces Candidacy for Patterson Town Judge

Kevin Burns announced today that he will not seek re-election to a 3rd term as Patterson Town Councilman, but will instead be seeking election as Town Judge for the Patterson Town Justice Court. The court's vacancy was created by the passing of Judge John King who had a long and respected history of service to the Town of Patterson.

Kapco Global Acquires D+C-Airparts Battery In Europe GmbH

Acquisition will help Kapco Global further expand its service and repair offerings while maintaining its highest standards of quality and customer care. To have their expertise and service capabilities now under the Kapco Global name means an expansion of our international footprint and added value for our customers and suppliers throughout the world.

Big Things on the Horizon for FWH Associates, P.A.

The Toms River-based engineering firm announces two new projects and celebrates the recent achievements of its Director of Engineering Consulting, Georgette Kyriacou. Georgette Kyriacou, Director of Engineering Consulting at FWH Associates, P.A., is the recipient of the 2017 NJBA Rising Star Award and the 2016 Jack Meyer Memorial Rookie of the Year Award.

92 Percent of Most Popular Federal Government Websites Fail to Meet…

Every day, the public relies on federal websites to access information and services from the U.S. government, yet 92 percent of its most popular sites fail to meet basic standards for security, speed, mobile friendliness, or accessibility, according to a first-of-its-kind study released today by the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation . Every day, the public relies on federal websites to access information and services from the U.S. government, yet 92 percent of its most popular sites fail to meet basic standards for security, speed, mobile friendliness, or accessibility, according to a first-of-its-kind study released today by the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation .