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James R. Hoffa Memorial Scholarship Fund Awards $1.2 Million to Children of Teamster Members

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Monday, October 30, 2023
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The James R. Hoffa Memorial Scholarship Fund (JRHMSF) today announced that it has awarded $1.2 million in academic and vocational scholarships this year to the children of Teamster members throughout the U.S. and Canada.

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  • The James R. Hoffa Memorial Scholarship Fund (JRHMSF) today announced that it has awarded $1.2 million in academic and vocational scholarships this year to the children of Teamster members throughout the U.S. and Canada.
  • The Fund was started in 1999 in honor of Teamsters General President Emeritus James R. Hoffa due to his belief in having education accessible to all children of members of the Teamsters.
  • Since inception, the Fund has awarded over $14 million in scholarships to over 4,000 recipients.
  • “We awarded $1.2 million in scholarships in 2023 – and not just for college but also for vocational training courses,” said James P. Hoffa, a member of the board of the JRHMSF.

Jose Valdes-Fauli Reelected Chair of Coral Gables Museum Board of Directors

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Friday, September 22, 2023
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CORAL GABLES, Fla., Sept. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Jose Valdes-Fauli has been reelected Chair of the Coral Gables Museum's Board of Directors for another term of two years.

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  • CORAL GABLES, Fla., Sept. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Jose Valdes-Fauli has been reelected Chair of the Coral Gables Museum's Board of Directors for another term of two years.
  • "I am honored to continue to serve as Chair of the Coral Gables Museum Board of Directors," said Valdes-Fauli.
  • The Coral Gables Museum is a non-profit museum dedicated to the civic arts of architecture, urban design and public art, as well as the cultural history of Coral Gables.
  • Nicolas Cabrera is Young Associates Liaison and Ex-Officio member in representation of the city of Coral Gables is Mayor Vince Lago.

Kaseya Addresses Tech Skills Gaps with New Online Certification Course

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
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They don’t have the time to teach candidates how to use the necessary technology or the essential customer service skills needed for the job.

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  • They don’t have the time to teach candidates how to use the necessary technology or the essential customer service skills needed for the job.
  • Students can get their certification as part of a course or online, using the self-led course.
  • “Thanks to the RITSM course, job seekers are able to change their lives,” said Kaseya CEO, Fred Voccola.
  • Further, MSPs that are powered by Kaseya can use the RITSM course as a powerful tool for onboarding and upskilling current employees.

Announcing Griffin Catalyst, Ken Griffin's Civic Engagement Initiative

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023
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MIAMI, Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Griffin Catalyst, the new civic engagement initiative that encompasses the philanthropic and community impact efforts of Citadel founder and CEO Ken Griffin, has launched.

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  • Building on Citadel Founder's Decades of Philanthropic Leadership, Griffin Catalyst to Fund High-Potential, Action-Oriented, Evidence-Driven Solutions to the World's Greatest Challenges
    Initiative Encapsulates Griffin's Approach to Civic Engagement and Outlines Six Key Priorities: Education, Science & Medicine, Upward Mobility, Freedom & Democracy, Enterprise & Innovation, and Communities
    MIAMI, Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Griffin Catalyst, the new civic engagement initiative that encompasses the philanthropic and community impact efforts of Citadel founder and CEO Ken Griffin, has launched.
  • "Having experienced the power of the American Dream in my own life, I am committed to ensuring that everyone in our country has the freedom and opportunity to pursue their dreams," said Ken Griffin.
  • "Through Griffin Catalyst, I look forward to continuing this work, tearing down barriers and advancing solutions in the pursuit of improving people's lives."
  • In recent years, Griffin has provided more than $2 billion to support efforts that expand opportunity and improve lives at scale.

EC-Council: Hacker Halted Academy Comes to Miami This October

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023
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The Hacker Halted conference brand is returning this October in Miami, FL with a slightly different approach this year.

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  • The Hacker Halted conference brand is returning this October in Miami, FL with a slightly different approach this year.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230905002856/en/
    This year’s Hacker Halted Academy will offer three courses: Certified Network Defender (CND) , Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) , and Certified Chief Information Security Officer (CCISO) .
  • The full conference event, complete with speakers, sponsors, interactive workshops, and more will return to the Miami area in 2024, marking the first time the event has been in Miami since 2012.
  • Their CAE-CD designation and active student community has positioned them to quickly produce work-ready graduates ready to enter the Cyber Security workforce.”

Miami Dade College Will Once Again Host Artificial Intelligence Bootcamp – APPLICATIONS CLOSING SOON!

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Monday, August 14, 2023
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MIAMI, Aug. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Time is running out to apply to participate in the Mark Cuban Foundation Artificial Intelligence (AI) Bootcamp hosted by Miami Dade College (Wolfson Campus) in Miami.

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  • MIAMI, Aug. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Time is running out to apply to participate in the Mark Cuban Foundation Artificial Intelligence (AI) Bootcamp hosted by Miami Dade College (Wolfson Campus) in Miami.
  • Miami Dade College has been selected as one of the 28+ host companies across the U.S. for fall 2023.
  • If accepted, participants will engage in a four-week bootcamp held on consecutive Saturdays from October 14th to November 4th.
  • Students interested in applying to the Mark Cuban Foundation AI Bootcamp should do so before Friday, September 8th, 2023 at markcubanai.org/mdcprwolfson .

Island Fin Poké Co. Hosts Third Annual Franchise Conference Emphasizing Brand Consistency and IncrediBOWL Guest Experience

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Monday, August 14, 2023
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At Island Fin Poké Co., the essence of Ohana goes beyond a Hawaiian word that means family; it's a way of life.

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  • At Island Fin Poké Co., the essence of Ohana goes beyond a Hawaiian word that means family; it's a way of life.
  • The Annual Franchise Conference serves as a cornerstone event to strengthen this bond, encouraging franchisees to share experiences, learn from one another and collectively elevate the brand to new heights.
  • Island Fin Poké Co.'s Third Annual Franchise Conference promises to be an unforgettable experience for all attendees, strengthening bonds within the Island Fin Ohana and setting the stage for an exciting future of expansion and success.
  • For more information on their third conference, visit Island Fin Poké Co.'s website at www.IslandFinPoke.com or contact Bianca Kasawdish for media inquiries at [email protected].

Miami Dade College Will Once Again Host Artificial Intelligence Bootcamp – APPLICATIONS CLOSING SOON!

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Friday, August 11, 2023
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MIAMI, Aug. 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Time is running out to apply to participate in the Mark Cuban Foundation Artificial Intelligence (AI) Bootcamp hosted by Miami Dade College in Miami.

Key Points: 
  • MIAMI, Aug. 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Time is running out to apply to participate in the Mark Cuban Foundation Artificial Intelligence (AI) Bootcamp hosted by Miami Dade College in Miami.
  • Miami Dade College has been selected as one of the 28+ host companies across the U.S. for fall 2023.
  • If accepted, participants will engage in a four-week bootcamp held on consecutive Saturdays from October 14th to November 4th.
  • Students interested in applying to the Mark Cuban Foundation AI Bootcamp should do so before Friday, September 8th, 2023 at markcubanai.org/mdcpr.

GigXR and DICOM Director Debut Three-Dimensional Medical Imagery Learning Using Holograms of CT Scans and MRIs

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Thursday, August 3, 2023
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The new application renders a complete set of hyper-realistic 3D medical imagery derived from MRI and CT scans for use in teaching, training, and simulation.

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  • The new application renders a complete set of hyper-realistic 3D medical imagery derived from MRI and CT scans for use in teaching, training, and simulation.
  • This empowers nursing and medical schools, hospitals, and the Department of Defense with the all-new ability to leverage holographic medical imagery in anatomy and pathophysiology curricula.
  • I also saw firsthand the need for better imaging technology,” said David Pearlstone, MD, CEO at DICOM Director.
  • With DICOM XR Library, learners can make a likely diagnosis of the patient prior to reviewing the corresponding 3D medical imagery.

Voices for Children and Nomi Health Provide Clothing and School Supplies to Children in Foster Care Ahead of 2023-2024 School Year

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Thursday, August 3, 2023
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On August 2, 2023, Voices for Children Foundation, Inc. and the Nomi Health Charitable Foundation hosted a back-to-school shopping event for 400 children in Miami-Dade County’s foster care system.

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  • On August 2, 2023, Voices for Children Foundation, Inc. and the Nomi Health Charitable Foundation hosted a back-to-school shopping event for 400 children in Miami-Dade County’s foster care system.
  • The event helps ease the financial burdens many caregivers of children in foster care experience as children head back to the classroom.
  • Many of the approximately 1,600 children in foster care in Miami-Dade County are in need of school essentials like backpacks, lunch boxes, clothing and shoes.
  • “As children in foster care often move to new placements, many will also be starting a new school, which can bring heightened feelings of uncertainty.