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GovExec Announces 2024 Government Hall of Fame Inductees

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
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WASHINGTON, March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- GovExec, the market-leading sales and marketing intelligence company for government leaders and contractors, unveiled today the 2024 Hall of Fame cohort, which the company will recognize during its annual Evening of Honors Gala hosted for the first time at The Anthem in Washington, D.C., on April 24, 2024.

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  • WASHINGTON, March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- GovExec, the market-leading sales and marketing intelligence company for government leaders and contractors, unveiled today the 2024 Hall of Fame cohort, which the company will recognize during its annual Evening of Honors Gala hosted for the first time at The Anthem in Washington, D.C., on April 24, 2024.
  • Building on Government Executive's more than 50-year history covering the government and public sector, the Government Hall of Fame has become a staple of its mission to acknowledge the current and former officials and industry stakeholders leading its evolution.
  • "This year's Government Hall of Fame inductees are prime examples of the powerful change public servants can instill.
  • In addition to the Government Hall of Fame's 2024 class, the Fed 100 Awards will be presented at GovExec's Evening of Honors Gala.

Dunwoody College of Technology Launches PSEO Pathway for Mechanical Engineering

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024
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MINNEAPOLIS, Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dunwoody College of Technology, a leader in hands-on technical education, today announces the launch of Engineering NOW!, an innovative new Post-Secondary Enrollment Option (PSEO) designed specifically for students interested in pursuing an engineering degree while still in high school. Eligible students accepted into the pathway will earn college credits from an ABET accredited engineering program for free, while also meeting high school requirements, as they get a head start on a degree in Mechanical Engineering.

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  • MINNEAPOLIS, Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dunwoody College of Technology , a leader in hands-on technical education, today announces the launch of Engineering NOW!, an innovative new Post-Secondary Enrollment Option (PSEO) designed specifically for students interested in pursuing an engineering degree while still in high school.
  • Eligible students accepted into the pathway will earn college credits from an ABET accredited engineering program for free, while also meeting high school requirements, as they get a head start on a degree in Mechanical Engineering.
  • This unique program can reduce the cost of an engineering degree by allowing students to complete up to one-year of their Mechanical Engineering degree for free through the PSEO program.
  • Accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, Dunwoody's Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering is designed for those who want a project-focused, team-oriented engineering education that starts on day one.

CP Group Signs Lease With Enterprise at Ashford Perimeter in Atlanta

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Monday, July 11, 2022
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Kevin Driver and Billy Graddy from Stream Realty represented CP Group in lease negotiations, while John Flack of Savills and Bubba Chrismer of Cresa represented Enterprise.

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  • Kevin Driver and Billy Graddy from Stream Realty represented CP Group in lease negotiations, while John Flack of Savills and Bubba Chrismer of Cresa represented Enterprise.
  • We are thrilled that Enterprise decided to move their Atlanta office to the newly renovated Ashford Perimeter, said Scott Barr, Senior Vice President at CP Group.
  • Initially acquired by CP Group in 2013, Ashford Perimeter totals 300,000 square feet and offers companies incredible access at the intersection of Ashford Dunwoody Road and I-285.
  • CP Group anticipates that they will continue to see a spike in leasing activity in both Ashford Perimeter and their broader portfolio in Atlanta, which has significantly increased over the past year.

Grab-A-Turkey? Grab My Bag Partners with I Care Atlanta, Inc. for Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway for Families in Need This Holiday Season

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Monday, November 1, 2021
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Grab My Bag has launched its mission to help families in need of holiday meals this season, through their initiative titled "GRAB-A-Turkey."

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  • Grab My Bag has launched its mission to help families in need of holiday meals this season, through their initiative titled "GRAB-A-Turkey."
  • Ana Varela, Director, I Care Atlanta, Inc. said, "We are totally excited to be working with Grab My Bag for Grab-A-Turkey!
  • Emory Reignz, CEO/Founder, Grab My Bag said, "There's nothing like sitting down for a good meal with someone you love.
  • Families will be provided with a turkey 15-20lbs, greens, yams, and other canned good items to prepare their holiday meal.

Polaris Advisors Joins LPL Strategic Wealth Services

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Monday, September 27, 2021
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CHARLOTTE, N.C., Sept. 27, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LPL Financial LLC (Nasdaq: LPLA) announced today that Polaris Advisors has joined LPL Financials broker-dealer, corporate registered investment advisor (RIA) and custodial platforms, affiliating with LPLs Strategic Wealth Services (SWS) model.

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  • CHARLOTTE, N.C., Sept. 27, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LPL Financial LLC (Nasdaq: LPLA) announced today that Polaris Advisors has joined LPL Financials broker-dealer, corporate registered investment advisor (RIA) and custodial platforms, affiliating with LPLs Strategic Wealth Services (SWS) model.
  • In that spirit, the Polaris team turned to LPL Strategic Wealth Services in the next step of their firms journey.
  • The move to LPL will also allow Polaris Advisors to work together as a team as they expand their presence in the market.
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Puttshack Signs Second Atlanta Lease at High Street

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Wednesday, September 22, 2021
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ATLANTA, Sept. 22,2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Puttshack , the world's first and only upscale, tech-infused mini golfexperience with global food and drink,has announced today that it has signed a second Atlanta lease atHigh Street, the $2 billion, 36-acre,mixed-use destinationin Central Perimeter, with plans to open in 2023.

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  • ATLANTA, Sept. 22,2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Puttshack , the world's first and only upscale, tech-infused mini golfexperience with global food and drink,has announced today that it has signed a second Atlanta lease atHigh Street, the $2 billion, 36-acre,mixed-use destinationin Central Perimeter, with plans to open in 2023.
  • "Our first ever location in the U.S., Puttshack Atlanta, continues to exceed all expectations," said Joe Vrankin, CEO of Puttshack.
  • As the firstanchor tenant to be announced for High Street, the more than 26,000-square-foot Puttshack space will feature four custom-made, tech-driven, highly competitive mini golf courses.
  • With a prime location overlooking an expansive events lawn, Puttshack at High Street anchors the uniquely upscale and dynamic retail and public space atmosphere.

Dunwoody College of Technology Launches School of Design

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Tuesday, July 6, 2021
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MINNEAPOLIS, July 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Dunwoody College of Technology , a private, non-profit institution and pioneer in technical education, today announced the launch of its first School of Design .

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  • MINNEAPOLIS, July 6, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Dunwoody College of Technology , a private, non-profit institution and pioneer in technical education, today announced the launch of its first School of Design .
  • "Our students are creators, makers, designers, and doers, and Dunwoody has a long history of excelling in design-forward programs," said Rich Wagner, President of Dunwoody College of Technology.
  • Korrin Howard will also join the School of Design as the Director of both the Interior Design and Graphic Design programs.
  • Founded in 1914, Dunwoody College of Technology is the only private, not-for-profit technical college in the Upper Midwest.

Krystal Unveils New Restaurant Prototype In Atlanta Hometown

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Friday, July 2, 2021
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ATLANTA, July 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Krystal Restaurants LLC , the original quick-service restaurant chain in the South, announced today the unveiling of its new restaurant prototype.

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  • ATLANTA, July 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Krystal Restaurants LLC , the original quick-service restaurant chain in the South, announced today the unveiling of its new restaurant prototype.
  • The new location will be built in the brand's hometown, within minutes of its Atlanta headquarters.
  • The Krystal restaurant prototype will feature a smaller footprint and focus on more off-premise services.
  • Headquartered in Atlanta, GA, Krystal Restaurants LLC is the original quick-service restaurant chain in the South.

Krystal Appoints Industry Expert as New Chief Marketing Officer

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Tuesday, June 22, 2021
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ATLANTA, June 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --In time for the iconic slider brand's 90-year anniversary next year, Krystal Restaurants LLC has named Alice Crowder as its new Chief Marketing Officer.

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  • ATLANTA, June 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --In time for the iconic slider brand's 90-year anniversary next year, Krystal Restaurants LLC has named Alice Crowder as its new Chief Marketing Officer.
  • Crowder previously served as the brand's Vice President of Marketing from 2014 to 2018 before leaving to head menu strategy and innovation at industry leader Tropical Smoothie Cafe.
  • "We have an aggressive growth plan at Krystal, and Alice will be instrumental in ensuring we meet our goals," said brand President, Tom Stager .
  • She transitioned to restaurant marketing after ten years of experience in packaged goods brand management with Royal Dutch Shell.

Parsons Awarded $27 Million Contract By Georgia Department of Transportation To Improve I-285/I-20 East Interchange

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Wednesday, May 19, 2021
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b'CENTREVILLE, Va., May 19, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Parsons Corporation (NYSE: PSN) announced today that the company was awarded a change order by the Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) to continue serving as the owner\xe2\x80\x99s representative and general engineering consultant for the I-285/I-20 East Interchange reconstruction.

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  • b'CENTREVILLE, Va., May 19, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Parsons Corporation (NYSE: PSN) announced today that the company was awarded a change order by the Georgia Department of Transportation (Georgia DOT) to continue serving as the owner\xe2\x80\x99s representative and general engineering consultant for the I-285/I-20 East Interchange reconstruction.
  • \xe2\x80\x9cAs we become more interconnected, we implement best practices to address environmental risk as part of our corporate ESG strategy.
  • Parsons has supported this program for four years as part of the I-285/I-20 East Interchange reconstruction general engineering services contract.
  • Please visit parsons.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook to learn how we\xe2\x80\x99re making an impact.\n'