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USIC Honored as a 2024 VETS Indexes 4 Star Employer

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Thursday, April 11, 2024

USIC, LLC (“USIC”), the leader in underground utility damage prevention, has earned the designation of VETS Indexes 4 Star Employer in the 2024 VETS Indexes Employer Awards.

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  • USIC, LLC (“USIC”), the leader in underground utility damage prevention, has earned the designation of VETS Indexes 4 Star Employer in the 2024 VETS Indexes Employer Awards.
  • “Competition for the VETS Indexes Employer Awards was tougher than ever in 2024, as a record number of organizations participated.
  • Of those, VETS Indexes recognized 285 organizations across the following award levels: 5 Star Employer, 4 Star Employer, 3 Star Employer, and Recognized Employer.
  • This in-depth survey and recognition program analyzes employers’ policies, practices, and outcomes in detail, across the following 5 categories:
    “USIC is honored to be recognized as a VETS Indexes 4 Star Employer, and we appreciate VETS Indexes’ comprehensive process in presenting its Employer Awards,” USIC Chief Human Resources Officer Craig Haydamack stated.

A Hand In Making A Difference: WSOP App Hosts 72-Hour Online Pokerthon in Partnership with Disabled American Veterans

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024

HERZLIYA, Israel, April 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Playtika, a mobile game powerhouse behind the World Series of Poker free-to-play app (WSOP), is calling on all poker aficionados to make a difference this National Poker Day. During a thrilling 72-hour Pokerthon, WSOP will be donating to DAV (Disabled American Veterans), a charity dedicated to empowering veterans to lead high-quality lives with respect and dignity, while app users do what they do best – play poker.

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  • During a thrilling 72-hour Pokerthon, WSOP will be donating to DAV (Disabled American Veterans), a charity dedicated to empowering veterans to lead high-quality lives with respect and dignity, while app users do what they do best – play poker.
  • During the 72 hours, WSOP players will be able to give back to veterans and all they need to do is join the app and play.
  • WSOP isn't just stacking chips and calling bluffs though; it's about making a difference, which is why it's teamed up with a charity doing amazing work to protect veterans.
  • If you love poker, play poker with the WSOP free-to-play app to get in on the Pokerthon action - available on both mobile and desktop using this link: https://wsop.onelink.me/2949075411/h9nvm144

DAV Recognizes PRIDE Industries as a Patriot Employer

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

Roseville, Calif., April 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- PRIDE Industries, the nation’s leading employer of people with disabilities, has been named a DAV Patriot Employer.

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  • Roseville, Calif., April 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- PRIDE Industries, the nation’s leading employer of people with disabilities, has been named a DAV Patriot Employer.
  • “We are honored by this important acknowledgment,” said Tim Young, Vice President, Talent Management at PRIDE Industries.
  • In addition, PRIDE Industries helps veterans access mentoring and training programs, as well as paid internships.
  • “It is with great pleasure that we recognize PRIDE Industries as a DAV Patriot Employer,” said Ryan Burgos, National Employment Director at DAV.

USIC Becomes Official Partner of the U.S. Army’s Partnership for Your Success (PaYS) Program

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

As a PaYS Partner, USIC guarantees soldiers an interview and possible employment following the fulfillment of their commitment to the Army.

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  • As a PaYS Partner, USIC guarantees soldiers an interview and possible employment following the fulfillment of their commitment to the Army.
  • “USIC is honored to serve as a PaYS Program Partner, working alongside Army recruiters and mentoring soldiers as they transition to civilian employment,” TJ Martin, USIC Senior Manager of Military Recruiting, stated.
  • “We are committed to providing meaningful career opportunities, development, and support to military veterans, who comprise nearly 10% of the USIC workforce.
  • To learn more about USIC’s commitment to recruiting and supporting veterans in their search for a meaningful civilian career, visit www.usicllc.com/careers/military/ .

DAV recognizes exceptional veterans advocates

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

Washington, Feb. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DAV ( Disabled American Veterans ) announced the names of eight dedicated veterans advocates being honored for their outstanding efforts and achievements on behalf of the men and women who served.

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  • Washington, Feb. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DAV ( Disabled American Veterans ) announced the names of eight dedicated veterans advocates being honored for their outstanding efforts and achievements on behalf of the men and women who served.
  • Federal executives, senators, representatives, congressional staffers and other veterans advocates are eligible for this recognition, which spotlights commitment and excellence in service to veterans, their families and their survivors.
  • DAV greatly appreciates his staunch advocacy efforts for rural veterans, tribal veterans and veterans’ families, and it salutes his leadership during the 117th Congress on the Veterans’ Emergency Care Claims Parity Act.
  • Lourdes Tiglao, director, Center for Women Veterans, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, for her dedication and commitment to the women veterans community, which deserves our deepest gratitude and admiration.

New report highlights mental health challenges facing women veterans

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

DAV’s report, Women Veterans: The Journey to Mental Wellness , is the most comprehensive assessment of the unique factors contributing to the staggering rates of suicide among women veterans and how the system charged with their mental health care—the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)—can and must do better.

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  • DAV’s report, Women Veterans: The Journey to Mental Wellness , is the most comprehensive assessment of the unique factors contributing to the staggering rates of suicide among women veterans and how the system charged with their mental health care—the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)—can and must do better.
  • Gaps in mental health care: DAV’s report reveals the need to improve access to mental health care that accounts for the unique risk factors women veterans face, improve suicide prevention efforts among women veterans, and invest in further research and data collection that proportionally represents women veterans.
  • Understanding: The impact of reproductive health life stages on mental health and suicide risk among women veterans is woefully understudied and not well defined.
  • Women Veterans: The Journey to Mental Wellness is DAV’s third report focused on the unique experiences and needs of women veterans.

DAV, PVA, and the VFW release Independent Budget recommendations for the Department of Veterans Affairs and call on Congress to fully support our nation's veterans

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

The Independent Budget's (IB) recommendations, coupled with the Administration's FY 2025 budget proposal, still yet to be released, will be used to guide Congress with its spending decisions for the coming year.

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  • The Independent Budget's (IB) recommendations, coupled with the Administration's FY 2025 budget proposal, still yet to be released, will be used to guide Congress with its spending decisions for the coming year.
  • Our veterans depend on timely passage of this budget, and we urge Congress to allot the necessary funding to fully support America's veterans and their families."
  • This year's IB recommendations serve as a blueprint for Congress and the Administration to ensure that VA has sufficient funding to meet these needs.
  • The IBVSOs continue to believe VA infrastructure projects, particularly those that will mitigate serious safety risks to veterans and employees, must be fully funded.

 Expro to Enhance Well Construction and Well Intervention & Integrity Offerings With Acquisition of Aberdeen Scotland-based Coretrax

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

Expro is targeting up to $10 million of annual run-rate cost synergies to be achieved in the first 18 months.

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  • Expro is targeting up to $10 million of annual run-rate cost synergies to be achieved in the first 18 months.
  • Michael Jardon, Expro Chief Executive Officer, said: “We are thrilled to announce our proposed acquisition of Coretrax, and look forward to welcoming John Fraser and his teammates to the Expro family.
  • John Fraser, CEO at Coretrax said: “I’m excited about the opportunities the acquisition brings for Coretrax and our team.
  • The Company’s extensive portfolio of capabilities spans well construction, well flow management, subsea well access, and well intervention and integrity solutions.

EG America Raises $750,000 for Disabled American Veterans

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Monday, February 5, 2024

WESTBOROUGH, Md., Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Following their fifth annual fundraiser for Disabled American Veterans (DAV), EG America raised $750,000 for the nonprofit that provides a lifetime of support to veterans and their families.

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  • WESTBOROUGH, Md., Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Following their fifth annual fundraiser for Disabled American Veterans (DAV), EG America raised $750,000 for the nonprofit that provides a lifetime of support to veterans and their families.
  • DAV provides a range of programs for veterans including benefits assistance, transportation to and from medical appointments, and more, at no cost.
  • Members of EG America's leadership team presented a check to DAV Executive Director and CFO Cody Vanboxel at the company's headquarters on January 23, 2024.
  • "We are honored to support the critical services and benefits DAV provides to veterans across the nation," said EG America President John Carey.

Foundation Automotive of Wichita Falls Donates Over $30,000 to their Community in 2023

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Monday, January 29, 2024

Foundation Automotive of Wichita Falls proudly recaps an extraordinary year of community engagement and philanthropic efforts throughout 2023.

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  • Foundation Automotive of Wichita Falls proudly recaps an extraordinary year of community engagement and philanthropic efforts throughout 2023.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240129042382/en/
    Foundation Automotive of Wichita Falls shares their extraordinary community engagement for 2023.
  • "Our commitment to the Wichita Falls community is at the heart of everything we do," said Kevin Kutschinski, owner of Foundation Automotive.
  • Further demonstrating their support for the Wichita Falls community, Foundation Automotive was present at the Chamber of Commerce Annual Celebration in March 2023.