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Blue Star Families, Howard University, and The Chamberlain Project Recognize 75th Anniversary of Military Desegregation

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023

Blue Star Families, Howard University and The Chamberlain Project commemorate 75th Anniversary of Military Integration.

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  • Blue Star Families, Howard University and The Chamberlain Project commemorate 75th Anniversary of Military Integration.
  • "Civic responsibility and civic rights go hand in hand," said Kathy Roth-Douquet, CEO of Blue Star Families.
  • "The Chamberlain Project was founded to help bridge the civil-military divide, and we are proud to be a partner with Howard University and Blue Star Families in commemorating this important anniversary and recognizing the essential connection between our civil and military institutions."
  • At the commemoration, The Chamberlain Project announced Howard University's incoming Chamberlain Fellow, Colonel (Ret.)

Making the Cut: Insights into a Successful Air Force Application - New Book by Ericka Kelly Reveals Insider Tips

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Thursday, June 29, 2023

LONG BEACH, Calif., June 29, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The United States Air Force, renowned for its highly trained personnel, presents a unique and rewarding career path for individuals seeking to serve their country. However, understanding the intricacies of the application process and preparing for the demands of Airmen training can be overwhelming. In her new book, "Do You Have What it Takes? – 5 Things A Recruiter Cannot Help You With," Ericka Kelly, a distinguished military expert with over 32 years of experience in the Air Force, offers invaluable insights and advice to help aspiring recruits stand out from the competition.

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  • Kelly emphasizes the intangible qualities that set successful applicants apart and enable them to thrive in the demanding Air Force culture.
  • Ericka Kelly's book is filled with indispensable insights, distilling her wisdom, experiences, and observations into easily digestible morsels of information.
  • Readers will gain crucial life skills and lessons that can transform their journey toward a successful career in the United States Air Force.
  • Ericka was the 17th Command Chief Master Sergeant for the Air Force Reserve Command and the Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chief of the Air Force Reserve.

PCS Edventures! Provides Operational Update

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Tuesday, March 28, 2023

As announced in our press release dated February 9, 2023, we retired all Company debt with the proceeds from this second payment.

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  • As announced in our press release dated February 9, 2023, we retired all Company debt with the proceeds from this second payment.
  • We will end Fiscal Year 2023 on March 31, 2023 as a debt-free company.
  • We also have the wind at our backs operationally as we build upon the revenue momentum we generated in Fiscal Year 2023.
  • Our primary focus is on execution in this favorable environment.”
    For more information about PCS Edventures!, Inc., visit our website .

Flex Air Launches Civil Path To Wings Cadet Program Amidst Growing National Pilot Shortage to Help Aspiring Aviators Qualify for U.S. Air Force Service

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Thursday, September 8, 2022

MANHATTAN, Kan, Sept. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Flex Air, one of America's leading Part 61 flight training academies, today announces its Civil Path To Wings (CPW) Cadet Program, a new offering that will help aspiring aviators qualify to serve in the flight deck of United States Air Force planes on an accelerated timeline. A growing national pilot shortage, already severely impacting airlines around the country, is also jeopardizing the U.S. military's recruiting efforts. Flex Air, a veteran and minority-owned flight school, will help mitigate this issue through its new class-defining Cadet Program, where students can learn to fly without a commitment to serve until conditional acceptance as a pilot by the U.S. Air Force. Extra emphasis is placed on creating more equitable skies for all through Flex Air's commitment to diversity and inclusion, with scholarships available to applicants from underrepresented, minority, and marginalized communities.

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  • A growing national pilot shortage, already severely impacting airlines around the country, is also jeopardizing the U.S. military's recruiting efforts.
  • Upon acceptance into the Civil Path To Wings Cadet Program, Flex Air students will earn the civilian ratings required to qualify for direct entry into the U.S. Air Force's Civil Path to Wings program.
  • Our program will help them compete for, and earn, coveted pilot billets in the ranks of our esteemed Air Force and Air National Guard."
  • Students of Flex Air's existing SkillBridge program are also eligible to become Civil Path To Wings Cadets.

Truckstop.com Spotlights Veterans in Honor of National Hire a Veteran Day

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Monday, July 25, 2022

BOISE, Idaho, July 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In honor of National Hire a Veteran Day, Truckstop.com, who is celebrating their 27th anniversary, spoke with several former military officers about the importance of workforce development programs after military retirement, including FASTPORT, who helps solve America's toughest and most important employment challenges by innovating workforce development through people, programs, research and technology.

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  • Donald Anderson retired from the Navy in 1996 where he was accepted into the Submarine Special Forces and later the Navy Airborne Special Forces.
  • Casey Richmond works in IT Support Services at Truckstop.com and retired as a Master Sargent in the Airforce after 24 years of service.
  • It took him nearly nine months to find the right job using traditional job search sites and general networking.
  • Chip Schultz, senior business development representative for Truckstop.com said, "Serving my country as a United States Marine was the greatest honor of my life."

Kay Properties & Investments, Leader in Delaware Statutory Trust 1031 Exchange Investments, Announces the Promotion of Steve Haskell to Senior Vice President

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Tuesday, June 28, 2022

TORRANCE, Calif., June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Kay Properties & Investments, which generates some of the largest DST 1031 exchange investment volume in the United States, today announced it has promoted Steve Haskell to the position of Senior Vice President.

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  • During his tenure, Steve has been a valuable part in helping Kay Properties grow to be one of the most sought-after Delaware Statutory Trust 1031 Exchange investment firms in the nation," said Dwight Kay, Founder and CEO of Kay Properties.
  • According to Kay, Haskell heads-up the firm's San Diego office where he assists accredited investors with their 1031 Exchanges and direct-cash investments.
  • Kay explained that Haskell has served in numerous locations around the world, including multiple deployments to Afghanistan and locations throughout Africa.
  • Kay Properties & Investments is a national Delaware Statutory Trust (DST) investment firm.

Lt. Gen. John F. Thompson and Maj. Gen. James O. Poss Join Radiance Technologies' Board of Directors

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Tuesday, June 28, 2022

HUNTSVILLE, Ala., June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Radiance Technologies (Radiance) would like to announce the joining of Lt. Gen John F. Thompson and Maj. Gen. James O. Poss to its Board of Directors.

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  • HUNTSVILLE, Ala., June 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Radiance Technologies (Radiance) would like to announce the joining of Lt. Gen John F. Thompson and Maj. Gen. James O. Poss to its Board of Directors.
  • "We are pleased to welcome Lt. Gen. Thompson and Maj. Gen. Poss to the Radiance Board of Directors.
  • Lt. Gen. John F. Thompson was the Commander of the Space and Missile Systems Center at the Los Angeles Air Force Base in California.
  • Maj. Gen. James O. Poss was the Assistant Deputy Chief of Staff for Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance, Headquarters U.S. Air Force, Washington, D.C.

The U.S. Air Force Supports SkillsUSA and Workforce Development

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Wednesday, June 22, 2022

LEESBURG, Va., June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The U.S. Air Force has become an official partner of SkillsUSA, a national nonprofit focused on workforce development. Through this official partnership, the Air Force will provide support for SkillsUSA's National Leadership & Skills Conference, specifically, sponsorship and participation in the SkillsUSA community service project to be held on Friday, June 24 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta. They will also provide support SkillsUSA TECHSPO, as well as general mission support.

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  • LEESBURG, Va., June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The U.S. Air Force has become an official partner of SkillsUSA, a national nonprofit focused on workforce development.
  • "We sincerely thank the U.S. Air Force for supporting the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference by providing financial assistance for the community service project," said Chelle Travis, executive director at SkillsUSA.
  • For 2022, Air Force Recruiting Service is hiring over 26,000 new Airmen into one of over 130 enlisted career opportunities.
  • Additionally, our total force partners, the Air Force Reserve and Air National Guard are collectively hiring more than 19,000 part-time Airmen.

Robert Morris University President Christopher Howard Joins Ellucian Board of Directors

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Thursday, October 28, 2021

Dr. Howard is the eighth president of Robert Morris University (RMU), a private nationally ranked doctoral granting institution near Pittsburgh serving 4,500 students.

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  • Dr. Howard is the eighth president of Robert Morris University (RMU), a private nationally ranked doctoral granting institution near Pittsburgh serving 4,500 students.
  • "We are honored to welcome Dr. Howard to the Board of Directors under our new investors, Blackstone and Vista Equity Partners.
  • Prior to RMU, Dr. Howard was president of Hampden-Sydney College in Virginia, and vice president for Leadership & Strategic Initiatives at the University of Oklahoma.
  • Dr. Howard is a trustee on the Harvard University Board of Overseers and serves on the Board of Directors of AvalonBay Communities.

Draganfly Commences Drone Pilot Training Program at Alabama State University

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Thursday, October 21, 2021

Los Angeles, CA., Oct. 21, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Draganfly Inc. (NASDAQ: DPRO) (CSE: DPRO) (FSE: 3U8) (Draganfly or the Company), an award-winning, industry-leading drone solutions and systems developer, is pleased to announce that its Drone Pilot Training program is now being offered at Alabama State University (ASU) in Montgomery, Alabama.

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  • Los Angeles, CA., Oct. 21, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Draganfly Inc. (NASDAQ: DPRO) (CSE: DPRO) (FSE: 3U8) (Draganfly or the Company), an award-winning, industry-leading drone solutions and systems developer, is pleased to announce that its Drone Pilot Training program is now being offered at Alabama State University (ASU) in Montgomery, Alabama.
  • From sophomores to PhD experts, the Drone Pilot Training program teaches future generations how to solve real world problems through the proper operation of unmanned aerial vehicles, said Cameron Chell, CEO of Draganfly.
  • With the help of ASU and their association within the HBCU community we see a lot of potential to grow this program into a national footprint of drone pilot training at the university level.
  • Draganflys Drone Pilot Training program will also be commercialized next year.