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Can Catastrophic Wildfire and Toxic Smoke be Controlled by Logging as Posited by Department of the Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke?
How can Secretary Ryan Zinke's logging solution address the root problem of depleted megafauna (deer) in the western United States that results in the prodigious grass and brush that kindle and fuel the majority of catastrophic wildfires devastating California and is leading to hundreds of billions in annual losses due to these wildfires. - August 13, 2018 - Wildhorse Ranch Productions
Datum Government Solutions Announces Contract Award Supporting the 78th Air Base Wing at Warner Robins Air Force Base for Technology Managed Services
Datum Government Solutions will now be supporting the 78th Air Base Wings technology managed services under a new task order and provide them with proactive and premier technological support enabling the center to enhance their warfighter capabilities. - August 02, 2018 - Datum Government Solutions
SkyePoint Decisions Achieves ISO 27001 Information Security Certification
SkyePoint Decisions, Inc. (SkyePoint), a leading Cybersecurity and IT Engineering Solutions provider headquartered in Dulles, Virginia, has demonstrated its commitment to information security by achieving certification to the rigorous ISO/IEC 27001:2013 Information Security Standard. This... - August 01, 2018 - SkyePoint Decisions, Inc.
Former Intelligence Community Inspector General I. Charles McCullough, III Joins Compass Rose Legal Group as Partner
I. Charles McCullough III, former Intelligence Community Inspector General appointed by President Barack Obama, has joined Compass Rose Legal Group, PLLC as Partner. This is a significant milestone for the firm, now one of the premiere boutique security clearance, federal employment, and national... - July 30, 2018 - Compass Rose Legal Group, PLLC
Steve Eckhardt Earns NAR’s Military Relocation Professional Certification
Steve Eckhardt, the broker for Cornerstone Properties International, has been awarded the nationally recognized Military Relocation Professional Certification. The National Association of Realtors® awards the MRP certification to Realtors® who help military personnel, veterans and their families find housing that lets them make the best use of their benefits and serves the unique needs of military life. Steve specializes in permanent change of station (PCS) to MacDill AFB in Tampa, FL. - July 19, 2018 - Cornerstone Properties International
Innovation and Value Initiative Responds to HHS’ Blueprint Saying Lowering Healthcare Costs Requires Improving Value Assessment
IVI Says Moving Beyond Cost Effectiveness by Evaluating Treatments Based on Unique Patient Characteristics and Preferences is Imperative - July 17, 2018 - Innovation and Value Initiative
Datum Software™ Announces Re-Brand and New Website Launch for Datum Government Solutions™
Datum Software, a global leader in enterprise architecture, SOA, Application Optimizations, along with Project and Program management, announces today it’s re-brand and new website launch of the Government Solutions branch. This shift in Datum’s strategic initiative comes from a need... - July 10, 2018 - Datum Government Solutions
Dallas Design Entrepreneur to Visit El Salvador This July to Educate Designers on Entrepreneurship & Foster New Business Collaboration
The U.S. Department of State has selected Dallas-based designer and entrepreneur Steven Kinder as one of 45 leaders sponsored to implement entrepreneurial and community development projects in Latin America and the Caribbean as part of the Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative (YLAI) Professional Fellows Reciprocal Exchange Program during 2018. - July 09, 2018 - Good Coworking LLC
MITA Calls for Special Consideration for Medical Imaging Devices and Components Covered by China Tariffs
Timely and Robust Exemption Process Needed to Prevent $138 Million Loss - July 07, 2018 - Medical Imaging and Technology Alliance
Grand Opening for the Four Bears Johnny Bird Veteran's Memorial Building
A grand opening ceremony for the newly constructed Four Bears Johnny Bird Veteran's Memorial Building will be held at 5 pm on Monday, July 2nd, 2018 at 2000 Chief Four Bears Ave., in New Town, ND. - June 29, 2018 - Four Bears Segment / MHA Nation
Government Contractors Association Installs a New President
The Government Contractors Association (GCA) is pleased to announce that as of July 1, 2018, Myra Cisse will take over as President of the organization’s Georgia operations. Myra Cisse has served the organization as a certification SME and the VP of Service Delivery since 2015. “It is... - June 29, 2018 - Government Contractors Association
Brand New CBRN Focus at Future Armoured Vehicles Survivability 2018 Conference and Focus Day
SMi reports: The 4th annual sell-out conference and focus day Future Armoured Vehicles Survivability will have a brand new CBRN focus. - June 28, 2018 - SAE Media Group
INVNT/IP Issues "Stolen Steel" Flash Report on Chinese System for Global Steel and Aluminum Market Domination
Flash report issued by nation-sponsored intellectual property theft tracking group describes the system used by the government of the People's Republic of China with regard to the steel and aluminum industries. The report highlights the basic evidence of this process and the importance of this issue to national security in myriad countries. The report suggests collaborative solutions among the G-7 nations to deal with this process. - June 12, 2018 - INVNT/IP
Thomas J. Snee Honored as a Prominent Business Leader by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Thomas J. Snee of Burke, Virginia has been honored as a Prominent Business Leader for 2018 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of nonprofit associations. About Thomas J. Snee Thomas Snee is the Twelfth National Executive... - June 09, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide
Owners of Veterans Home Care, LLC Acquire Popular Military Website
Veterans Home Care owners Bonnie and Howard Laiderman proudly announce the recent acquisition of Militaryconnection.com, a division of Gregory Media, Inc. to offer a greater range of opportunities and broaden their efforts in helping more veterans, active military, and their families. Both Bonnie... - June 01, 2018 - Military Connection
MITA Applauds Lawmakers Efforts to Exempt Medical Devices from Tariffs
Representatives Paulsen, Peters lead bipartisan letter to Lighthizer with the support of 40 lawmakers. - May 31, 2018 - Medical Imaging and Technology Alliance
Evelyn Cortes Has Recently Been Recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who
Evelyn Cortes, of Sterling, Virginia, has recently been recognized as a VIP Member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for her outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Government. - May 30, 2018 - Strathmore Who's Who
Society Failing Foster Youth Despite Uptick in College Programs, Report by Watchdog Non-Profit First Star Institute
First nationwide study of over 600 public 4-year colleges finds inadequate services, aid. - May 24, 2018 - First Star Institute
Federal Benefits Information Center Managing Partner Speaks at United Postmasters and Managers Association State Convention
Research by the Federal government suggests a serious knowledge gap among Federal employees when it comes to understanding, measuring and maximizing their multiple benefit programs. To help close this gap, Dennis Edmonds, Managing Partner of the Federal Benefits Information Center... - May 22, 2018 - Federal Benefits Information Center
SkyePoint Decisions Designated Official V3-Certified Company
SkyePoint Decisions, Inc. (SkyePoint Decisions), a leading provider of Cybersecurity and IT Engineering Solutions headquartered in Dulles, Virginia has been designated as an official V3-Certified Company by the Governor of Virginia. The Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program provides education,... - May 18, 2018 - SkyePoint Decisions, Inc.
SkyePoint Decisions Announces CIO-SP3 Small Business Contract Vehicle
SkyePoint Decisions, Inc. (SkyePoint Decisions), a leading provider of Cybersecurity and IT Engineering Solutions headquartered in Dulles, Virginia is a Prime contractor of the Chief Information Officer-Solutions and Partners 3 (CIO-SP3) small business contract vehicle for all 10 task areas. The... - May 17, 2018 - SkyePoint Decisions, Inc.
2030 Consulting Lands Contract with Leading Grant Management Technology Firm; Sean C. Winslow Named Interim Chief Operating Officer for Zip International Limited
Sean C. Winslow is busy these days. The 2030 Consulting LLC CEO was recently named interim Chief Operating Officer for the European Union’s leading provider of grant management software – Zip International Limited. Zip International Limited revolutionized the Hungarian... - May 16, 2018 - 2030 Consulting, LLC.
CQRC Welcomes New Rule Released by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
The Interim Final Rule partially eases providers' burdens in noncompetitive bidding areas, safeguarding patient access to oxygen in rural regions - May 10, 2018 - CQRC
Donna L. McNabb-Riley Honored as Women of the Month by the Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
Donna L. McNabb-Riley of Goose Creek, South Carolina has been honored as a Women of the Month by P.O.W.E.R. (Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized) for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of data system analysis, logistics and e-commerce. Each month,... - May 09, 2018 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
“Spring-Time Romance” Painting by Seattle Artist Sparks Controversy
Pictures of a work of art on display at the online gallery Sea See Gallery in Seattle are sparking controversy on social media. The painting, titled, “Spring-Time Romance,” has been shocking audiences with its very graphic, disturbing, bitter take on the politics of the day with its two... - May 03, 2018 - Sea See Gallery
Deborah J. Callender to be Named Strathmore’s Who’s Who Biography of the Month
Farmingdale, New York- Deborah J. Callender, of John C. Stennis Space Center, Mississippi, will be honored as the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Biography of the Month for June, 2018. This distinction is to be bestowed in recognition of her outstanding contributions and achievements in field of Physical Science. - May 02, 2018 - Strathmore Who's Who
Local Content Conference Houston 2018: Keynote Speakers Update
The Local Content Conference Houston 2018 is being held on 01-02 May 2018 at JW Marriott Houston Downtown, 806 Main St., Houston, Texas, USA. 77002. The event will feature presentations from notable speakers on local content from countries including USA, Saudi Arabia, Brazil, Mexico, Columbia, Argentina and Nigeria. The networking opportunities and brilliant exchange of ideas on sustainable local content, which will benefit the local economy, and attract FDI will be worthwhile. - April 23, 2018 - Marak Alliance LLC
Ops Tech Alliance, LLC Supports Advanced Technical Training Contract Award
Ops Tech Alliance, LLC (OTA) a leading National Security company delivering advanced engineering services, cybersecurity and product solutions, announced today that it is in partnership with Threat Tec, LLC (Threat Tec) on a contract to provide U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) personnel... - April 19, 2018 - Ops Tech Alliance, LLC
Relief Team United Hosts Fundraiser for Companions for Heroes April 27th at Kingsland Park in Sleepy Hollow, NY
Infield Media & Promotions has partnered with Companions for Heroes and The Relief United Team to present and promote a Fundraising Event called “Project Hero.” This event will be held on April 27th, 2018 at the Kingsland Point Park in Sleepy Hollow, NY. The event will be held from 5:30 to 10:00 PM. The Relief United Team has pledged 100% of the donations and profits will go directly to Companions For Heroes. - April 05, 2018 - Infield Media & Promotion, Inc.
Unique Broadband Systems Ltd. & Ukraine Collaboration
UBS, a Canadian multinational, privately owned and operated company, is proud to announce the initial stages of collaboration with the Government of Ukraine and its intent to create a digital television infrastructure valued greater than $10,000,000. UBS Technology hardware and services to support... - April 03, 2018 - Unique Broadband Systems Ltd.
Developing a Connected Health IT Environment for Military and Government
DSI’s 14th DoD/VA and Gov Health IT Summit will be held May 2-3, 2018. Held since 2011, DSI’s Health IT Summits are a unique forum that allows for personnel from DoD, VA, Federal and State agencies to convene in one location along with leaders from Industry and Academia that support them. - March 30, 2018 - Defense Strategies Institute
Metropolitan Shuttle® Provides Transportation for Our Veterans to 20,000 Doctor’s Visits in 2017
Since 2008, Metro Travel Services, Inc. (dba Metropolitan Shuttle®) has provided transportation services to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. In 2017 alone, Metropolitan Shuttle transported veterans to more than 20,000 doctors’ appointments at VA medical facilities around the country and since 2012, Metropolitan Shuttle has transported our veterans to more than 121,500 doctors’ appointments. - March 26, 2018 - Metropolitan Shuttle
CQRC: Home Respiratory Care Leaders Commend Inclusion of DME Provisions in Spending Bill
CQRC advocating for reforms to create true market-based competitive bidding program. - March 23, 2018 - CQRC
Greentech Laboratories Inc., Leader in Ayurvedic Cannabinoid Science, Responds to Immediate Crisis of Rare Epilepsy UK Patient
Dr. Sharmilla Patil, Founder and CEO of Greentech Laboratories Inc., a Bio-Pharma and Ayurvedic Research company in the Bay Area of California, USA responds to immediate crisis of Alfie Dingley, 6 y/o child, patient and citizen of UK Medical system who suffers from PCDH 19 Epilepsy. “I was... - March 21, 2018 - Greentech Laboratories Inc.
Local Content Conference Houston 2018
The Local Content Conference will take place on 01 - 02 May 2018 at JW Marriott Houston Downtown, 806 Main St., Houston, TX. 77002. Check out https://localcontentotc2018.com for more details about the upcoming Local Content Conference. Learn about investment opportunities connected to local content policies. You'll meet local content experts from Middle East, Europe, North America, Asia, Africa and South America. - March 21, 2018 - Marak Alliance LLC
XTIVIA, Inc. Acquires Pleasant Valley Business Solutions (PVBS)
XTIVIA, Inc. a leader in Enterprise Information Management today announced the acquisition of privately held PVBS, a Microsoft ERP and financial management solution provider based out of Reston Virginia. PVBS is recognized as the premier and leading Microsoft ERP partner for government contractors. - March 20, 2018 - XTIVIA, Inc.
MetroQuest Bestowed 2018 Top Technology Company Award
Rocket Builders chose MetroQuest among 450 contenders as a top technology company best positioned for exceptional growth in 2018. - March 16, 2018 - MetroQuest
China Overhauls Drug, Medical Insurance and Healthcare Regulation in Latest Government Reshuffle
One of the primary aims of the reorganization of central government is to overhaul China’s future healthcare and pharmaceutical regulation substantially, said WiCON|Pharma China (www.pharmachinaonline.com), which has summarized most important government organizational changes which will take place as proposed by the reform plan. - March 16, 2018 - WiCON International Group LLC
Southern Utah University's Aviation Program Working to Change FAA Curriculum
Southern Utah University's Aviation Program is working to change outdated Federal Aviation Administration mandated curriculum. A policy change would result in better trained technicians that would be job ready upon completion of the program. - March 13, 2018 - Southern Utah University
Apostles in the Marketplace - Nation Building Workshop Held on the 23rd of March 2018
His Excellency, Professor Yemi Osinbajo SAN GCON, Vice President, Federal Republic of Nigeria, Dr. Okechukwu E. Enelamah, Honourable Minister, Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment, His Excellency Donald Duke, Mr. Richard Kramer, Dr. Christopher Kolade, Professor Leslye Obiora,... - March 13, 2018 - Apostles in the Marketplace
Charles & Colvard Collaborates with Leading Points to Launch Exclusive Program for Military Customers
Military Exclusive pricing for our Heroes and their Families. - March 08, 2018 - Leading Points Corporation
Join DHS, US Customs and Border Protection, and the DEA at the 6th Annual Border Security and Intelligence Summit
The 2018 Border Security & Intelligence Summit will allow members of DHS and accompanying critical organizations the opportunity to discuss current initiatives to enhance border protection and advance intelligence capabilities. - February 28, 2018 - Defense Strategies Institute
MCS System NGDS-1 Program Announced as a Finalist in the Medical/Dental Category for the 2018 Edison Awards
The Joint Project Management Office for Medical Countermeasure Systems (JPM-MCS) Next Generation Diagnostic System Increment 1 (NGDS Inc 1) program has been named a finalist in the Medical/Dental category for the 2018 Edison Awards. Established in 1987 and often described as “the Oscars of... - February 26, 2018 - JPM-MCS
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Visits Fairbanks Morse Engine
Baldwin Announced New Buy American Legislation to Prioritize U.S. Manufacturers and Shipbuilders - February 24, 2018 - Fairbanks Morse
Computer Vision Technologies Enable BNSF Railway to Process Terabytes of Imagery Captured During Beyond Visual Line of Sight Drone Operations
Bihrle Applied Research Inc. and BNSF Railway successfully demonstrate automated detection, classification and reporting of infrastructure conditions found during long range UAS railway inspections. - February 22, 2018 - Bihrle Applied Research, Inc.
Secdo Wins Prestigious Government Security News Cybersecurity Award for Best Endpoint Detection and Response Solution
Company Ranked #1 in Homeland Security Awards Program Presented by Leading Government Technology Publication - February 22, 2018 - Secdo
ICNA Outraged at School Killings in South Florida
The Islamic Circle of North America (ICNA) expresses its outrage at the shooting that took place in a high school yesterday in South Florida. The indiscriminate attack at the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High school in Broward County killed 17 according to the latest media reports. “Our hearts... - February 15, 2018 - ICNA
Alliance Applauds Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations for Examining Costs of Healthcare Consolidation
The Alliance for Site Neutral Payment Reform today commended the House Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations for highlighting the high costs of healthcare consolidation to patients, employers, and taxpayers. The Subcommittee hearing, “Examining the Impact of Health Care... - February 14, 2018 - Alliance For Site Neutral Payment Reform
KCP Applauds Bipartisan Congressional Budget Deal Expanding Medicare Coverage Options for Dialysis Patients
KCP Thanks the Legislative Efforts of Co-Sponsors of the Chronic Care Act and Medicare Part B Improvement Bill -- Sens. Orrin Hatch, Ron Wyden, Johnny Isakson and Mark Warner and Reps. Kevin Brady, Greg Walden, Frank Pallone and Richard Neal - February 09, 2018 - Kidney Care Partners
Paul Grassi Brings 20 Years of Industry and Government Experience to Easy Dynamics Corporation
Easy Dynamics Corporation (Easy Dynamics), today announced that Paul Grassi has been named Partner and Senior Vice President of Cybersecurity. Mr. Grassi will be responsible for strategy and delivery of Easy Dynamics’s Identity Management and Cybersecurity portfolios. “We’ve... - February 07, 2018 - Easy Dynamics