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The LATCo Network - the Country’s First Federated Body for Local Authority Trading Companies is Formed
Due to growing budget constraints within Local Authorities, a commercial subculture has been steadily growing throughout the country. The businesses that have been set up as a result are called Local Authority Trading Companies or LATCos for short. They are an alternative services delivery model... - May 30, 2019 - LATCo
Defense Strategies Institute’s Human Performance & Biosystems Summit
Defense Strategies Institute is proud to announce the Human Performance & Biosystems Summit occurring August 13th & 14th at the Mary M. Gates Learning Center in Alexandria, Virginia. DSI designed this year’s summit to focus on the theme of “Extending the Capabilities of the Warfighter Through Training and Technology.” - May 30, 2019 - Defense Strategies Institute
MedLaw Publishing Announces the Distribution of the Book, "Capitol Hill's Criminal Underground," to the United States Senate
This week, MedLaw Publishing is distributing a copy of the non-fiction book, "Capitol Hill's Criminal Underground," to all United States Senators and members of the House Judiciary Committee. - May 29, 2019 - Richard Lawless, Author
Tunisian American Wall Street Executive Sofien Bennaceur, Candidate for President of Tunisia 2020
Tunisian American Sofien Bennaceur, 2020 presidential candidate for Tunisia, is backed by major Wall Street influential firms and lobbies. Sofien Bennaceur, who is considered an influential person, is a conservative in terms of fiscal policy. He supports major reforms on opening up Tunisia to new... - May 28, 2019 - Sofien Bennaceur
Kidney Community Applauds Introduction of Bipartisan Senate Legislation to Improve and Expand Access to Kidney Care Treatments and Improve Quality of Life
The Chronic Kidney Disease Improvement in Research and Treatment Act of 2019 (S. 1676) was introduced by Senators Ben Cardin and Roy Blunt. - May 28, 2019 - Kidney Care Partners
Utah Real Estate Brokerage Opens Specialty Veterans Office
Aubrey and Associates Realty has opened a new real estate office focused on serving military veterans. The branch office is licensed from the Utah Division of Real Estate under the name Aubrey and Associates Realty (Veterans). All agents of this office have themselves served in the armed forces and... - May 25, 2019 - Aubrey and Associates Realty
SMi Release 10 Key Reasons to Attend and Preliminary Attendee List for MilSatCom USA 2019
SMi Reports: SMi Group releases ten reasons to attend the 4th Annual MilSatCom USA conference on the 26th-27th June in Arlington, Virginia. - May 25, 2019 - SAE Media Group
Alliance Opposes Legislation to Roll Back Site Neutral Reforms
H.R. 2552 threatens to raise healthcare costs for patients and taxpayers, fuel consolidation, and decrease transparency. - May 24, 2019 - Alliance For Site Neutral Payment Reform
Listen to the Mueller Report - There’s an App for That
New iOS app lets anyone hear the entire Mueller Report in an average week’s commute and adds interactive multimedia to the Special Council's findings. - May 23, 2019 - Ontario Britton
Alex Salmond TV Show Soars Beyond 220,000 Viewers via Facebook's Video Platform
The Facebook audience for the former First Minister of Scotland, Alex Salmond's political talk show has soared to over 220,000 viewers on Facebook's "Watch" video platform. The last two programmes featured an interview with top ten UK political blogger, Craig Murray - the former British Ambassador. - May 23, 2019 - Slainte Media Ltd.
Malaysian Ministry Witnesses Partnership Between FinTech School, UC Berkeley’s Sutardja Center and FinTech Lab
With the rapid growth of FinTech in Asia, the need for tech capacity building in the ASEAN countries has increased. Taking a cue from this, Malaysian government takes the opportunity to collaborate with organizations around the world to work together with Malaysia’s FinTech Lab and FinTech... - May 22, 2019 - FinTech School
Advancing Intelligence IT To Enable IC Integration and Innovation at Defense Strategies Institute’s Intelligence Exploitation Summit
Defense Strategies Institute is proud to announce the 5th annual Intelligence Exploitation Summit, occurring on July 23-24, 2019 at the American Institute of Architects in Washington, DC. This year’s summit is designed to bring together members of the Intelligence Community, military... - May 22, 2019 - Defense Strategies Institute
Bay Area Police Crack Serial Shooter Case with the Help of Portable Gunshot Detection Technology: Defendant Convicted on 26 Counts, Faces up to 54 Years Prison
A Bay Area police department stopped a four-month reign of terror, in which San Jose resident Michael Lewis, 33, is convicted of shooting at drivers in moving cars along a Silicon Valley freeway, injuring several victims and raising public safety concerns. Shooting from his Dodge Charger, Lewis was... - May 21, 2019 - V5 Systems
FinTech School Partners with the Government of Bermuda to Make FinTech Education Accessible to Bermudian Citizens
With the mission of making FinTech education accessible, FinTech School has partnered with the Government of Bermuda to launch an online program where any citizen of Bermuda will be able to access FinTech courses developed by FinTech School. FinTech School really appreciates the vision of the... - May 21, 2019 - FinTech School
ComSec LLC to Participate in the 2019 Special Operations Forces Industry Conference (SOFIC)
ComSec LLC Exhibiting Cutting-Edge TSCM and SIGINT Solutions and Equipment at the 2019 SOFIC Convention in Tampa, FL, May 20-23, 2019. Visit Booth 1420. - May 21, 2019 - ComSec LLC
7 Briefings from Leading Vendors to be Delivered at the Future Soldier Technology USA Conference
SMi Reports: Seven high-level briefings from key industry suppliers will be presented at Future Soldier Technology USA 2019 taking place June 24th-25th. - May 21, 2019 - SAE Media Group
National LTC Pharmacy Advocacy Group Disappointed CMS Failed to Eliminate DIR Fees
SCPC Reiterates Need to Protect LTC Pharmacy, Seniors from Unintended Consequences of Drug Pricing Reforms. - May 21, 2019 - Senior Care Pharmacy Coalition
National Drug & Alcohol Screening Association Releases Statement on State's Rights Act
Following is a statement from National Drug & Alcohol Screening Association regarding the STATES Act: H.R. 2093/S.1028, known as the “STATES Act,” will perpetuate an unintended consequence, detrimental to U.S. transportation safety, which has been protected by the Omnibus Act for... - May 18, 2019 - National Drug & Alcohol Screening Association
APTQI Commends Introduction of Physical Therapist Workforce and Patient Access Act (H.R. 2802) in House of Representatives
Bipartisan bill addresses the physical therapist professional shortage by enabling physical therapists to participate in the National Health Service Corps student loan repayment program. - May 18, 2019 - Alliance for Physical Therapy Quality and Innovation
The Zalkin Law Firm Responds to California Catholic Dioceses Victims Compensation Fund
Leading victim's attorney responds to California Bishops move to create a "victims compensation fund" for alleged clergy abuse victims. Victims should have legal representation before giving up their options for civil justice, according to Irwin Zalkin, San Diego based victims attorney. - May 17, 2019 - The Zalkin Law Firm
Everitt Lawson Group - Chinese Exporters Could Lose All US Business
Everitt Lawson Group - Chinese exporters stand to lose out on significant amount of US business as higher tariffs will wipe out profit margins. - May 17, 2019 - Everitt Lawson Group
US Secretary of the Navy Honorable Richard V. Spencer Visits Fairbanks Morse’s Beloit Facility
Secretary recognizes the significant impact Fairbanks Morse workforce has on the US Navy. - May 17, 2019 - Fairbanks Morse
CMS' Announcement of Capacity Policy and New Bidding Window Date Earns Applause from Industry Leaders, Allows More Time to Educate Bidders
Defining the capacity policy brings long-overdue clarity to how bidders’ capacity affects the Single Payment Amounts (SPAs). The 60-day bidding window will open on July 16, giving potential bidders and suppliers of durable medical equipment (DME) more time to understand the major changes coming to Round 2021 of the competitive bidding program. - May 16, 2019 - CQRC
Michael Weinstock Announces Congressional Campaign in NY 3
Michael Weinstock is seeking to become the first 9/11 firefighter elected to Congress. If elected, Michael will also become the first openly gay person elected to Congress from New York City. He is running for New York’s 3rd Congressional District, which stretches from Queens to Suffolk County. Michael is a proud New Yorker. He has lived nearly his entire life in Queens and Long Island. He grew up here, and on his eighteenth birthday, he joined the volunteer fire department in Great Neck. - May 16, 2019 - Michael Weinstock for Congress
Defense Strategies Institute’s 3rd Annual Advanced Materials for Defense Summit
Defense Strategies Institute is proud to announce the 3rd Annual Advanced Materials for Defense Summit occurring July 17th & 18th at the Mary M. Gates Learning Center in Alexandria, Virginia. DSI designed this year’s summit to focus on the theme of “Applying Innovative Materials and Manufacturing Processes for Operational Superiority.” - May 15, 2019 - Defense Strategies Institute
Book Claims Trump, Authoritarianism, Capitalism Made Worse by Sex on the Wrong Brain
In “Sex On The Wrong Brain,” author Ard Falten throws a monkey wrench into the nature vs. nurture debate on human behavior and blames many of humanity’s problems on the diversion of reproductive urges to wrong parts of the brain. - May 14, 2019 - Ard Falten
Everitt Lawson Group: Brexit Impasse Takes Toll on UK Economy
Everitt Lawson Group reports housing and labour markets suffer in the face of prolonged Brexit uncertainty. - May 13, 2019 - Everitt Lawson Group
Startup City Names Manish Jha Top Ambitious Business Leader to Follow in 2019
Manish Jha, a seasoned political consultant and election strategist, has been recognised as one of the 30 ambitious business leaders to follow in 2019 by Startup City India Magazine. - May 13, 2019 - Janadhar India
Weld County Colorado Official Recall Headquarters
Grand Opening of the Official Recall Polis Headquarters at 808 9th Street, Greeley, Colorado on Saturday May 11, 2019. - May 10, 2019 - Official Recall Colorado Governor Jared Polis
Home Health Leaders Applaud House Introduction of Legislation to Strengthen Medicare Home Health Reforms
Partnership and NAHC commend bipartisan lawmakers for introducing legislation to refine new Medicare home health payment model. - May 09, 2019 - Partnership for Quality Home Healthcare
New Xcenda White Paper Discusses Why the International Pricing Index Model is Not the Answer to Reforming Medicare Part B
White Paper Highlights Impact of IPI Model on Patients and Health Care Providers - May 09, 2019 - Part B Access for Seniors and Physicians Coalition
SMi Group Share 10 Key Reasons to Attend the Military Space USA Conference Next Month
SMi Group reports: The conference, taking place in Los Angeles in June, is a key calendar meeting for Military Satellite professionals that are driving innovation across the space enterprise. - May 07, 2019 - SAE Media Group
Huckworthy and Boeing Complete Successful Department of Defense Mentor-Protégé Program
Huckworthy and Boeing have successfully completed the three-year US DoD Mentor-Protégé Program for Small Businesses, under which The Boeing Company has mentored Huckworthy in business and product improvements for government clients. - May 06, 2019 - Huckworthy LLC
TechFlow Announces Promotion of Mark Carter to President
Company’s COO has been instrumental in taking company to next level; new role will elevate his responsibilities and visibility. - May 06, 2019 - TechFlow
DSI’s Military Power & Energy Summit to Take Place May 15-16
DSI’s Military Power & Energy Summit, taking place on May 15-16, 2019 in Alexandria, VA, will convene senior leaders in the operational power & energy community, for two days of discussion about enhancing energy capabilities. - May 04, 2019 - Defense Strategies Institute
The Lehigh Valley Tea Party Endorses Rebecca Warren for PA Superior Court
The Executive Board and voting membership of The Lehigh Valley Tea Party announces that it has endorsed Rebecca Warren for PA Superior Court. The group’s Chairman, Tom Carroll states, “Rebecca Warren is an honorable and trustworthy individual who is loyal to our Constitutional values... - May 03, 2019 - Lehigh Valley Tea Party
Patrick J. Burke Recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Patrick J. Burke of Saint Louis, Missouri has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2019 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of government building inspection. About Patrick J. Burke Patrick Burke is a... - May 03, 2019 - Strathmore Worldwide
TACG President Recognized as Leader in Aerospace and Defense by Dayton Business Journal in "Who’s Who" Edition for Second Consecutive Year
TACG President named as one of the top 100 leaders in Aerospace and Defense by Dayton Business Journal. - May 03, 2019 - TACG
Kidney Care Community Commends Lawmakers for Adding Critical “KidneyX” Funding in Proposed House FY 2020 Appropriations Bill to Address Nation’s Kidney Disease Epidemic
Inclusion of $10 Million in Federal Funding Will Complement $25 Million in Private Sector Investment for Kidney Disease Research and Innovation. - May 02, 2019 - Kidney Care Partners
TACG Named to Ohio Business Magazine’s "Best Workplaces in Ohio" List
TACG Recognized as a “Best Workplace” by Ohio Business Magazine in 2019 for Second Consecutive Year. - May 01, 2019 - TACG
Registration Closes in 3 Weeks for the Future Armoured Vehicles Central and Eastern Europe Conference
SMi Group Reports: SMi Group are delighted to be holding the 5th annual Future Armoured Vehicles Central and Eastern Europe Conference in Prague, Czech Republic on 20th and 21st May 2019. - April 29, 2019 - SAE Media Group
Smoke-Free Alternatives Trade Association (SFATA) Responds to Recent Vaping Advertisement
The Smoke-Free Alternatives Trade Association says, "The FDA, the government and elected officials have hired a famous movie director to scare our kids. That’s what he does in his movies - makes people afraid. Except our kids aren’t dumb - they know there’s no scientific proof of what’s in this commercial. Kids won’t be lied to. They know the truth about vaping and you should too." - April 26, 2019 - SFATA
JOA, Subconsultant to Hout Construction Services, Inc., Begins Work on Transit Facility Projects for the Orange County Transportation Authority
The project team, which includes Hout Construction and subconsultant JOA, will provide program and construction management services on projects at bus bases, transportation centers, and park-and-ride facilities. - April 26, 2019 - JOA
Belkasoft Evidence Center 9.5 Aims to Help in Corporate Investigations
Belkasoft releases a major update to Belkasoft Evidence Center, the company’s flagship digital forensic solution. The new release adds a number of features to help IT security staff analyze incidents and perform remote investigations, investigate hacking attempts and analyze evidence across... - April 18, 2019 - Belkasoft LLC
SFATA Uncovers an Epidemic of Misinformation About Vaping
There’s an epidemic of misinformation about vaping in the United States. SFATA, the Smoke Free Alternatives Trade Association, wants to make sure you’re getting the truth – not just the fake facts. SFATA believes that while the FDA is busy giving adults and teens an epidemic of... - April 16, 2019 - SFATA
ROK Technologies Teams Up with AWS & GovLoop for a Live Training on How to Modernize Your GIS in the Cloud
Government agencies are tasked with modernizing their GIS while simultaneously struggling to support outdated hardware and siloed systems. This one-hour conversation will highlight how to effectively transform by utilizing services like AWS AppStream 2.0 to stream GIS software directly from the cloud. - April 16, 2019 - ROK Technologies
Yorktel’s Univago HE Telehealth Platform Announced as Top 40 Finalist at the Sixth Annual Igniting Innovation 2019 Conference and Awards
Yorktel is pleased to announce they have been officially named as a Top 40 finalist at this year’s Igniting Innovation Conference and Awards hosted by the American Council for Technology and Industry Advisory Council (ACT-IAC), the premier public-private partnership in the government IT... - April 12, 2019 - Yorktel
National Rifle Association Announces Patriot Mobile as Its Endorsed Cellular Service Provider
The National Rifle Association proudly announces Patriot Mobile as its endorsed cellular service provider. The companies will join forces to strengthen support for the 2nd Amendment; Patriot Mobile will provide NRA Members with exclusive offers on their cell phone plans and products to further the cause of America’s foremost defender of Second Amendment rights. - April 12, 2019 - Patriot Mobile
Leveraging Identity and Access Management Technologies to Protect Against Insider Threats at Defense Strategies Institute’s Identity Management Symposium
Defense Strategies Institute is proud to announce the 6th annual Identity Management Symposium, occurring June 18-19, 2019 at the Mary M. Gates Learning Center in Alexandria, VA. The most respected minds in in identity management, as well as key-policy makers across military and civilian offices... - April 12, 2019 - Defense Strategies Institute
Next Step Partners with Santa Clara County Housing Authority
Next Step’s science-backed behavioral marketing techniques will be used to help more low-income families access affordable housing. - April 11, 2019 - Next Step