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Billington CyberSecurity to Host 1st State and Local Cyber Summit in Wake of Serious Cyber Attacks on State and Local Governments

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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The inaugural Billington State and Local CyberSecurity Summit will be held on March 19-20, 2024 at the National Press Club in Washington, DC as well as virtually.

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  • The inaugural Billington State and Local CyberSecurity Summit will be held on March 19-20, 2024 at the National Press Club in Washington, DC as well as virtually.
  • The two-day summit will convene the senior-most cyber leaders who will discuss cybersecurity issues and solutions for government entities at the state and local level.
  • “Keeping our nation safe from cyber criminals also means keeping state and local governments safe from these bad actors,” explained Thomas K. Billington, CEO and Founder, Billington CyberSecurity , a leading cyber education company for executives founded in 2010.
  • Presented by a variety of sponsors, led by: CISCO, Amazon Web Services, NightDragon, Carahsoft Technology Corp., Anomali, CompTIA, Presidio, and Sailpoint.

National Press Club Journalism Institute welcomes 2024 Board of Directors

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Press Club Journalism Institute is pleased to announce its 2024-25 Board of Directors.

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  • WASHINGTON, Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Press Club Journalism Institute is pleased to announce its 2024-25 Board of Directors.
  • Five new directors join the 15-member body, which provides the strategic direction and oversight of the nonprofit affiliate of the National Press Club.
  • "Their collective expertise will help guide the Institute in fulfilling its vital role in supporting and strengthening the journalism profession."
  • The five new members join existing board directors:
    Mizell Stewart III , President and CEO of Emerging Leaders, LLC; Professional-in-Residence, School of Media and Journalism at Kent State University; and Institute Secretary
    For more information about the National Press Club Journalism Institute and its programs, please visit pressclubinstitute.org .

Press Club Statement on murder of Honduran journalist Luis Alonso Teruel

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Friday, February 2, 2024
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Following is a statement by Emily Wilkins, president of the National Press Club, and Gil Klein, president of the National Press Club Journalism Institute, on the murder of Honduran journalist Luis Alonso Teruel on Sunday.

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  • WASHINGTON, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Following is a statement by Emily Wilkins, president of the National Press Club, and Gil Klein, president of the National Press Club Journalism Institute, on the murder of Honduran journalist Luis Alonso Teruel on Sunday.
  • "The National Press Club is outraged over the murder of Luis Alonso Teruel, the first Honduran journalist killed in 2024.
  • The Honduran government must thoroughly investigate Teruel's killing and determine if he was targeted for his work, while bringing his murderers to justice."
  • The National Press Club Journalism Institute promotes an engaged, global citizenry through a free and independent press and through programs and trainings.

National Press Club announces journalism, communications Career Day, coming March 22

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Thursday, February 1, 2024
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- To help connect employers to journalists and communication professionals looking for new opportunities, the National Press Club and its nonprofit affiliate the NPC Journalism Institute will host a Career Day on Friday, March 22.

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  • WASHINGTON, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- To help connect employers to journalists and communication professionals looking for new opportunities, the National Press Club and its nonprofit affiliate the NPC Journalism Institute will host a Career Day on Friday, March 22.
  • Participants can meet recruiters and exhibitors, get job search training and free professional headshots, and more during the 2024 Career Day at the National Press Club , to be held in-person from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, March 22, 2024.
  • Whether you make a day of it or spend only an hour, get your ticket to grow your network and explore your career options.
  • Recruiters will also include fellowship and academic opportunities for those exploring different career paths.

Press Club Statement on Russia's Detention of U.S. Journalist Alsu Kurmasheva

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Thursday, February 1, 2024
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Following is a statement by Emily Wilkins, President of the National Press Club, and Gil Klein, President of the National Press Club Journalism Institute, on a Russian court's extension of the detention of U.S. journalist Alsu Kurmasheva.

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  • WASHINGTON, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Following is a statement by Emily Wilkins, President of the National Press Club, and Gil Klein, President of the National Press Club Journalism Institute, on a Russian court's extension of the detention of U.S. journalist Alsu Kurmasheva.
  • With 3,000 members from nearly every leading news organization, the Club is a leading voice for press freedom in the U.S. and worldwide.
  • The National Press Club Journalism Institute promotes an engaged, global citizenry through a free and independent press and through programs and trainings.
  • NPCJI is the non-profit affiliate of the National Press Club.

DTS Cybersecurity Expert Derek Kernus Selected for Prestigious SAME 2023 Technology Award for Cybersecurity Contributions

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
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ARLINGTON, Va., Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- DTS, delivering cyber, consulting, and management services, is proud to announce that Director of Cybersecurity Operations Derek Kernus was selected by the Washington DC Post of the Society of Military Engineers' (SAME) Annual Award for Outstanding Contributions to Technology (Cybersecurity) for 2023. In his role as Director of Cybersecurity Operations, Mr. Kernus leads a team of cybersecurity professionals focusing on compliance, process improvement, and technology transformation.

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  • DTS' Director of Cybersecurity Operations Derek Kernus was selected by the Washington DC Post of the Society of Military Engineers' (SAME) Annual Award for Outstanding Contributions to Technology (Cybersecurity) for 2023.
  • ARLINGTON, Va., Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- DTS , delivering cyber, consulting, and management services, is proud to announce that Director of Cybersecurity Operations Derek Kernus was selected by the Washington DC Post of the Society of Military Engineers' (SAME) Annual Award for Outstanding Contributions to Technology (Cybersecurity) for 2023.
  • In his role as Director of Cybersecurity Operations, Mr. Kernus leads a team of cybersecurity professionals focusing on compliance, process improvement, and technology transformation.
  • For more information on DTS CyberSchool and how small businesses can be active participants in their own cybersecurity compliance, email [email protected] .

National Press Club Statement on Milestone Detentions of U.S. Journalists in Russia

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Thursday, January 25, 2024
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Following is a statement from Emily Wilkins, president of the National Press Club, and Gil Klein, president of the National Press Club Journalism Institute, on milestones in the cases of jailed journalists and U.S. citizens Alsu Kurmasheva and Evan Gershkovich.

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  • WASHINGTON, Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Following is a statement from Emily Wilkins, president of the National Press Club, and Gil Klein, president of the National Press Club Journalism Institute, on milestones in the cases of jailed journalists and U.S. citizens Alsu Kurmasheva and Evan Gershkovich.
  • Founded in 1908, the National Press is the world's leading professional organization for journalists.
  • The National Press Club Journalism Institute promotes an engaged, global citizenry through a free and independent press and through programs and trainings.
  • NPCJI is the non-profit affiliate of the National Press Club.

National Press Club Statement on House Passage of PRESS Act

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Friday, January 19, 2024
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Following is a statement from Eileen O'Reilly, president of the National Press Club, and Gil Klein, president of the National Press Club Journalism Institute, on the passage of legislation in the House that would create a federal shield law protecting journalists from being compelled by federal law enforcement to reveal their sources.

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  • WASHINGTON, Jan. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Following is a statement from Eileen O'Reilly, president of the National Press Club, and Gil Klein, president of the National Press Club Journalism Institute, on the passage of legislation in the House that would create a federal shield law protecting journalists from being compelled by federal law enforcement to reveal their sources.
  • The PRESS Act helps protect the First Amendment freedoms in our Constitution, which are key to our democracy.
  • Founded in 1908, the National Press Club is the world's leading professional organization for journalists.
  • The NPCJI is the nonprofit affiliate of the National Press Club.

National Press Club Statement On Iranian Journalists Release From Prison

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Sunday, January 14, 2024
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Following is a statement from Eileen O'Reilly, president of the National Press Club and Gil Klein, president of the National Press Club Journalism Institute on the release of Iranian journalists Niloofar Hamedi and Elaheh Mohammadi earlier today from prison in Tehran.

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  • WASHINGTON, Jan. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Following is a statement from Eileen O'Reilly, president of the National Press Club and Gil Klein, president of the National Press Club Journalism Institute on the release of Iranian journalists Niloofar Hamedi and Elaheh Mohammadi earlier today from prison in Tehran.
  • Founded in 1908, the National Press Club is the world's leading professional organization for journalists.
  • The National Press Club Journalism Institute promotes an engaged, global citizenry through a free and independent press and programs and trainings.
  • NPCJI is the non-profit affiliate of the National Press Club.

The National Press Club is Now Accepting Entries for the Best in Journalism Awards

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Press Club is now accepting entries for its annual journalism awards, which recognize and honor professional journalists who produced outstanding work in 2023.

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  • WASHINGTON, Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Press Club is now accepting entries for its annual journalism awards, which recognize and honor professional journalists who produced outstanding work in 2023.
  • The deadline to submit entries is April 30, 2024. Review the full contest details online and find past winners here .
  • Winners will be honored during the 51st Annual National Press Club Journalism Awards Dinner at the National Press Club on Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2024.
  • Founded in 1908, the National Press Club is the world's leading professional organization for journalists.