National Harbor, Maryland

Self-Driving Shuttle, Olli, Continues Testing on Public Roads in Maryland

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Tuesday, October 22, 2019
Regions of the United States, Local Motors, National Harbor, Maryland, Olli, Articles, MARYLAND, Vehicles, Department of transportation, Autonomous car

Local Motors and Maryland DOT agree to expand Olli testing in National Harbor, including some public roads to help provide solutions to the city's congestion challenges

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  • Local Motors and Maryland DOT agree to expand Olli testing in National Harbor, including some public roads to help provide solutions to the city's congestion challenges
    NATIONAL HARBOR, Maryland, Oct. 22, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Local Motors by LM Industries Inc., in partnership with the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT), has expanded the testing of Olli, its low-speed, connected, self-driving shuttle, to public roads in National Harbor.
  • Any interested member of the public who is a guest of Local Motors can ride Olli Monday through Friday from 10:00 AM-5:00 PM ET.
  • "By completing 'real-world' testing on public roads in National Harbor, we're compiling the data needed to ensure that Olli meets consumer needs and desires in all scenarios."
  • This public road testing in Maryland also marks the power of local legislators working with American manufacturers like Local Motors to drive mobility innovation.

Krystal wins ATD BEST Award for success through talent development

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Wednesday, October 16, 2019
Singers, Musicians, ATD, Oxon Hill, Maryland, Krystal Jung, National Harbor, Maryland

Krystal was one of 59 recipients of the 2019 ATD BEST Award presented on Oct. 3 at MGM National Harbor in Oxon Hill, Maryland.

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  • Krystal was one of 59 recipients of the 2019 ATD BEST Award presented on Oct. 3 at MGM National Harbor in Oxon Hill, Maryland.
  • The ATD BEST Award recognizes organizations that demonstrate success through talent development.
  • "Krystal is committed to investing in the growth and development of our employees, and this award is validation of these efforts."
  • ATD received entries for the BEST Award from 142 organizations including Krystal, which submitted quantitative and qualitative information about its talent development practices and programs.

Topgolf Opens Newest Venue in National Harbor

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Monday, June 17, 2019
Military personnel, Sports entertainment, Topgolf, National Harbor, Maryland, Humans, George Washington, Presidents of the United States

WASHINGTON, June 17, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Global sports entertainment leader Topgolf opens the doors to its latest Washington, D.C.-area location at 9 a.m. Friday near National Harbor.

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  • WASHINGTON, June 17, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Global sports entertainment leader Topgolf opens the doors to its latest Washington, D.C.-area location at 9 a.m. Friday near National Harbor.
  • "As Topgolf continues to expand throughout the country, we are thrilled to strengthen our presence in the nation's capital as we officially open Topgolf National Harbor this week," said Topgolf Chief Operations Officer Craig Kessler .
  • Along with enjoying the new venue in National Harbor, guests in the surrounding communities can visit venues in both Alexandria and Loudoun County.
  • For more information about the venue and upcoming events, please visit topgolf.com/national harbor , facebook.com/nationalharbor or @Topgolf on Twitter and Instagram.

FINN Partners Tapped By National Harbor Convention & Visitors Association As PR Agency Of Record

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Thursday, April 25, 2019
National Harbor, Maryland, Oxon Hill, Maryland, Waterfront

NEW YORK, April 25, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Global marketing and communications agency, FINN Partners, has been named PR Agency of Record by the National Harbor Convention & Visitors Association after a competitive review.

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  • NEW YORK, April 25, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Global marketing and communications agency, FINN Partners, has been named PR Agency of Record by the National Harbor Convention & Visitors Association after a competitive review.
  • The firm will spearhead a full PR program including media relations, partnerships, promotions and a visiting journalist program for media awareness building.
  • "National Harbor is a live, work, play waterfront resort destination situated on the banks of the historic Potomac River and an influential economic driver for the DC area," said Josh Winston, Director of Tourism, National Harbor Convention & Visitors Association.
  • "FINN has a proven track record of elevating the allure of destinations and increasing visitor traffic.

500 Topgolf Jobs Now Available in National Harbor

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Monday, April 1, 2019
Oxon Hill, Maryland, Sports entertainment, Topgolf, National Harbor, Maryland, Maryland Route 414, Crofton, Maryland, Job, Articles, Personal life, Geography of the United States

Approximately 500 new jobs have been posted online at topgolf.com/careers , and MISSION: Ambition auditions begin in three weeks.

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  • Approximately 500 new jobs have been posted online at topgolf.com/careers , and MISSION: Ambition auditions begin in three weeks.
  • A Topgolf MISSION: Ambition hiring event is one of the most unique ways one will ever interview for a job.
  • "We are so excited to provide 500 jobs to the Washington D.C. area," said Topgolf National Harbor Director of Operations Sean Crofton.
  • Topgolf National Harbor is located at the intersection of Clipper Way and Oxon Hill Road.