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Hedera and Blockchain Foundation Initiative Spotlights Efforts by National Institutions to Advance Responsible Innovation in Web3

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Friday, April 26, 2024
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WASHINGTON, April 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hedera, a Web3 network, in collaboration with Blockchain Foundation, a 501c3 nonprofit focused on education, today announced the launch of an Education Learning Briefing Series to explore the critical aspects of responsible innovation in Web3 with regional forums in Washington, DC; Boston, MA; Columbus, OH; and Anaheim, CA.

Key Points: 
  • Focusing on the mission of the bipartisan Financial Literacy & Wealth Creation Caucus and efforts by public institutions, the initiative aims to illustrate how the Web3 ecosystem is not being built in isolation.
  • The briefings will spotlight traditional entities developing financial security and risk mitigation tools and standards to educate and empower Web3 market participants.
  • "Education is paramount," said Nilmini Rubin , Chief Policy Officer at Hedera , "especially in the evolving Web3 landscape.
  • Alongside Blockchain Foundation, we're paving the way towards a more informed and resilient ecosystem by bringing together key stakeholders at the institutional and community levels.

Walmart Backs Trailblazing Competency-Based Learning Nonprofit To Unleash Potential of Skills-Based Hiring

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Tuesday, April 23, 2024
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WASHINGTON, April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Competency-Based Education Network (C-BEN), the international leader in re-centering learning to demonstrate what people know and can do, today announced the launch of the Center for Skills by C-BEN (CFS x C-BEN), an ambitious initiative to turn the promise and opportunity of a skills-based economy into practice. Supported by a $1.5 million grant from Walmart, CFS x C-BEN will leverage C-BEN's unique expertise to create and implement objective, reliable ways to assess and validate skills that can bridge the gap between education and the workforce.

Key Points: 
  • Today, at least 20 states have made formal announcements to focus hiring around skills rather than degrees, while nearly half of all employers have plans to remove bachelor's degree hiring requirements.
  • The work of CFS x C-BEN will play a critical leadership role in accelerating the shift to a skills-based economy."
  • CFS x C-BEN is excited to welcome ETS as the first global assessment partner to join.
  • To learn more about CFS x C-BEN, visit c-ben.org/centerforskills and register here for a webinar on Tuesday, May 7th at 2 pm CT.

Former Dreambox CEO Jessie Woolley-Wilson Joins Owl Ventures as Operating Partner

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Thursday, April 11, 2024
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Jessie was most recently the CEO and President of DreamBox Learning, an Owl Ventures portfolio company since 2015 that was acquired by Discovery Education in 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Jessie was most recently the CEO and President of DreamBox Learning, an Owl Ventures portfolio company since 2015 that was acquired by Discovery Education in 2023.
  • In addition to being a former Owl Ventures portfolio company CEO, Jessie currently serves on the boards of Owl Ventures portfolio companies Quizlet and Class Technologies.
  • She created enormous enterprise value alongside deep scaled social impact at DreamBox Learning", said Tory Patterson, Co-Founder & Managing Director at Owl Ventures.
  • "I was introduced to Owl Ventures in 2015 when Tory Patterson decided to make a bet on DreamBox Learning and me as a CEO", said Jessie Woolley-Wilson.

Former Dreambox CEO Jessie Woolley-Wilson Joins Owl Ventures as Operating Partner

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Thursday, April 11, 2024
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Jessie was most recently the CEO and President of DreamBox Learning, an Owl Ventures portfolio company since 2015 that was acquired by Discovery Education in 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Jessie was most recently the CEO and President of DreamBox Learning, an Owl Ventures portfolio company since 2015 that was acquired by Discovery Education in 2023.
  • In addition to being a former Owl Ventures portfolio company CEO, Jessie currently serves on the boards of Owl Ventures portfolio companies Quizlet and Class Technologies.
  • She created enormous enterprise value alongside deep scaled social impact at DreamBox Learning", said Tory Patterson, Co-Founder & Managing Director at Owl Ventures.
  • "I was introduced to Owl Ventures in 2015 when Tory Patterson decided to make a bet on DreamBox Learning and me as a CEO", said Jessie Woolley-Wilson.

How to Coach Kids and the National Recreation and Park Association Join Effort to Train 1 Million Coaches in Youth Development

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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Both organizations have joined in the commitment to train one million coaches in positive youth development techniques by 2025.

Key Points: 
  • Both organizations have joined in the commitment to train one million coaches in positive youth development techniques by 2025.
  • This initiative aims to bridge the gap in coach training, ensuring that coaches are equipped with the necessary tools to promote positive youth development.
  • Despite the pivotal role coaches play in fostering youth development, many feel unsupported due to barriers such as cost, time constraints, and a lack of resources .
  • "We are thrilled to welcome How to Coach Kids, co-developed by Nike and the USOPC, and the National Recreation and Park Association as partners in the Million Coaches Challenge.

Food & Society at the Aspen Institute Releases the 2024 Food is Medicine Research Action Plan

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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Washington, DC, April 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Food & Society at the Aspen Institute has released its 2024 Food is Medicine Research Action Plan.

Key Points: 
  • Washington, DC, April 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Food & Society at the Aspen Institute has released its 2024 Food is Medicine Research Action Plan.
  • It is the first report to pull together the latest peer-reviewed Food is Medicine research in a digestible, comprehensible, and action-oriented format.
  • Associated health outcomes like diabetes and heart disease remain far greater among Black and Latinx individuals and households.
  • Like the original, the revised version of the Research Action Plan has been made possible thanks to the continuing support of the Walmart Foundation.

Writer CEO May Habib Joins World Economic Forum’s Young Global Leaders Class of 2024

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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Today CEO and co-founder of Writer , the full-stack enterprise generative AI platform, May Habib announced her inclusion in the 2024 World Economic Forum ( WEF ) Young Global Leaders , a prestigious group recognized for their impact in their respective fields on a global scale.

Key Points: 
  • Today CEO and co-founder of Writer , the full-stack enterprise generative AI platform, May Habib announced her inclusion in the 2024 World Economic Forum ( WEF ) Young Global Leaders , a prestigious group recognized for their impact in their respective fields on a global scale.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240408625210/en/
    May Habib, CEO and co-founder of Writer (Photo: Business Wire)
    The Forum of Young Global Leaders is a two decades-long initiative that spotlights the people driving global advancement and change.
  • “I’m humbled to be included in this program, and proud that Writer can be involved in something this impactful,” said Habib.
  • Habib and the Writer team have successfully raised over $126M in funding from notable investors, including ICONIQ Growth, Balderton Capital, and Insight Partners.

Elise Smith and Heather Shen of Praxis Labs Make Inc.'s 2024 Female Founders List

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Inc. today announced its seventh annual Female Founders list, honoring a bold group of 250 women whose innovations are shaping the world. Elise Smith, Co-founder and CEO, and Heather Shen, Co-founder and CPO, of Praxis Labs, the leading immersive practice-based platform that drives more inclusive, engaged, & higher-performing teams, are among the select women chosen for this honor.

Key Points: 
  • Elise Smith, Co-founder and CEO, and Heather Shen, Co-founder and CPO, of Praxis Labs , the leading immersive practice-based platform that drives more inclusive, engaged, & higher-performing teams, are among the select women chosen for this honor.
  • Elise and Heather's understanding of today's business landscape and commitment to redefining leadership have positioned Praxis Labs as an essential solution for leading organizations.
  • Female Founders List amongst women who are ushering in a new era of leadership, innovation, and creativity," said Elise Smith, Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of Praxis Labs.
  • Heather Shen, Co-founder and Chief Product Officer, added "Our mission at Praxis Labs has always been about taking action and empowering leaders to make an impact through technology."

Wayfinder Family Services Honors The Ralph M. Parsons Foundation

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wayfinder Family Services recently honored The Ralph M. Parsons Foundation at The Conversation.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wayfinder Family Services recently honored The Ralph M. Parsons Foundation at The Conversation.
  • Over 200 guests gathered for the luncheon and panel discussion co-presented by Wayfinder Family Services and the Aspen Institute.
  • The Wayfinder Award recognizes dedication and commitment to children and families at Wayfinder and the communities it serves.
  • This year, Wayfinder recognized the foundation for its responsive grantmaking and tremendous impact in Los Angeles County.

New Report Reveals How Retirement Plan Design Can Address the Racial and Gender Retirement Savings Gap

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
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The Collaborative for Equitable Retirement Savings today published its first report, “ Racial and Gender Disparities in 401(k) Account Balances: How Large are They and What is Causing Them?

Key Points: 
  • The Collaborative for Equitable Retirement Savings today published its first report, “ Racial and Gender Disparities in 401(k) Account Balances: How Large are They and What is Causing Them?
  • Additional findings from the first report include:
    Black and Hispanic females contribute lower percentages of their salaries than their counterparts after controlling for age, salary, tenure, and plan design variables.
  • Examining the retirement savings data, and the underlying behaviors, around the existing disparities has unveiled preliminary insights that will help the retirement savings system evolve to address the racial and gender wealth gap,” said Lew Minsky, president and chief executive officer of DCIIA.
  • “This report signals that minor plan and benefit changes can likely translate to significant increases in the retirement savings balances of Black and Hispanic households in particular.