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CORT Furniture Rental Promotes Doug Steil to Executive Vice President Operations, West

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024
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CORT Furniture Rental, the nation’s leading provider of furniture rental and destination services, is proud to announce the promotion of Doug Steil to Executive Vice President Operations, West.

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  • CORT Furniture Rental, the nation’s leading provider of furniture rental and destination services, is proud to announce the promotion of Doug Steil to Executive Vice President Operations, West.
  • In this new role, Doug will be responsible for overseeing the operational efficiency and growth of CORT across the Western region.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240306523356/en/
    Doug brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his new role, having previously served as the Senior Vice President of Operations for the West Coast.
  • "We are thrilled to announce Doug's promotion to Executive Vice President Operations, West," said Paula Newell, Chief Operating Officer of CORT.

Wai Ming Lau Elected Chairman of the Board of Directors of Deswell Industries

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Monday, February 26, 2024
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Deswell Industries, Inc. (Nasdaq: DSWL) is pleased to announce that the Board of Directors has unanimously elected Ms. Lau Wai Ming as Chairman of the Board, effective February 19, 2024.

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  • Deswell Industries, Inc. (Nasdaq: DSWL) is pleased to announce that the Board of Directors has unanimously elected Ms. Lau Wai Ming as Chairman of the Board, effective February 19, 2024.
  • Ms. Lau was elected to the Board of Directors by the Company’s shareholders at the 2023 Annual Meeting of Shareholders on February 6, 2024.
  • Prior to joining the Company, Ms. Lau was an Executive Director at PAG Consulting where she headed the firm’s Global Human Capital operations.
  • Prior to PAG Consulting, Ms. Lau worked at Goldman Sachs for over 13 years, including serving as an Executive Director in Goldman Sachs’ Finance Division.

Viz.ai Announces Successful Completion of SOC 2 Type II + HIPAA Audits for Viz.ai One Platform

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Monday, February 26, 2024
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Viz.ai, the leader in AI-powered disease detection and intelligent care coordination, today announced the completion of the Service Organization Control (SOC) 2 Type II + HIPAA audit, which includes both SOC 2 and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

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  • Viz.ai, the leader in AI-powered disease detection and intelligent care coordination, today announced the completion of the Service Organization Control (SOC) 2 Type II + HIPAA audit, which includes both SOC 2 and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
  • Successful completion of this auditing standard developed by the American Institute of Certified Public Accounts (AICPA), further validates Viz.ai’s focus on security, compliance and responsible AI.
  • “We are proud to have achieved SOC 2 Type II compliance for the fourth year in a row,” said Tom Vaknin, Chief Information Security Officer at Viz.ai.
  • To learn more about SOC 2 audit and request the report, please visit the Viz.ai Trust Center .

MCR to Purchase BT Tower 

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
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MCR, the third-largest hotel owner-operator in the U.S., has agreed to purchase the BT Tower — one of London’s tallest buildings — from BT Group.

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  • MCR, the third-largest hotel owner-operator in the U.S., has agreed to purchase the BT Tower — one of London’s tallest buildings — from BT Group.
  • MCR will own the 620-foot Tower and podium, encompassing a full London city block, freehold.
  • “We are proud to become owners and custodians of the iconic BT Tower,” says Tyler Morse, CEO and owner of MCR.
  • It’s been a privilege to adapt the TWA Flight Center into new use for future generations, as it will be the BT Tower.”
    Thomas Heatherwick, Founder and Design Director, Heatherwick Studio, said: “My team and I are thrilled to partner with MCR to reimagine the BT Tower.

Architecture and Design Firm Carrier Johnson + Culture Announces New Leaders for Higher Education and Technology

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Renowned Architecture, Interiors, Landscape, and Planning firm Carrier Johnson + Culture (CJ+C) proudly welcomes two significant hires: Nash Reyes, Director of Technology, and Craig Atkinson, Director of Higher Education.

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  • LOS ANGELES, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Renowned Architecture, Interiors, Landscape, and Planning firm Carrier Johnson + Culture (CJ+C) proudly welcomes two significant hires: Nash Reyes, Director of Technology, and Craig Atkinson, Director of Higher Education.
  • Nash adds, "I believe technology is a transformative force that will enhance our design capabilities, streamline operations, and increase client satisfaction.
  • Together, we will revolutionize AEC through tech-driven innovation such as sustainable technology, AI-driven design solutions, and collaborative virtual environments."
  • To lead their higher education practice and build upon an already robust portfolio, Carrier Johnson + Culture brought on Craig Atkinson, whose 34-year career has revolved around educational facility design.

At UltraCon 2024, the Latest Breakthroughs in Ultrasound Technology Take Center Stage

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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AUSTIN, Texas, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- These are three of the words used to describe the upcoming medical ultrasound event in Austin, Texas. The American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM) has announced UltraCon 2024, a gathering that promises to bring together the brightest minds in ultrasound technology. From April 6–10, the Hilton Austin will serve as the focal point for comprehensively exploring the advancements shaping the field's future.

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  • The American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM) has announced UltraCon 2024, a gathering that promises to bring together the brightest minds in ultrasound technology.
  • UltraCon 2024 emerges not merely as a conference but as a pivotal forum for debate, discovery, and dialogue.
  • This convergence of experience and expertise underscores the dynamic nature of ultrasound technology, highlighting its critical role in enhancing patient outcomes.
  • UltraCon 2024 stands as a testament to the spirit of collaboration and innovation that drives the medical ultrasound community forward.

CHALLENGER CENTER AND AIAA ANNOUNCE 2024 TRAILBLAZING STEM EDUCATOR AWARDEES

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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WASHINGTON and RESTON, Va., March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Challenger Center and the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) announce Jenn Donais, Sarah Leonard, and Darryl Newhouse as the winners of the 2024 Trailblazing Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Educator Award. Each teacher and their respective schools will be awarded $5,000. Additionally, each teacher will receive free access to Challenger Center STEM programming, a trip to Washington, D.C., to be honored at the 2024 AIAA Awards Gala, and an invitation to attend a future space launch experience.

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  • WASHINGTON and RESTON, Va., March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Challenger Center and the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) announce Jenn Donais, Sarah Leonard, and Darryl Newhouse as the winners of the 2024 Trailblazing Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Educator Award .
  • Additionally, each teacher will receive free access to Challenger Center STEM programming, a trip to Washington, D.C., to be honored at the 2024 AIAA Awards Gala , and an invitation to attend a future space launch experience.
  • The 2024 Trailblazing STEM Educator Award recipients are:
    Jenn Donais, STEM Coach at Amesbury Middle School, Amesbury, Mass.
  • Darryl Newhouse, Engineering, Design, Mathematics, and Robotics Teacher at Foshay Learning Center, Los Angeles, Calif.
    "We are thrilled to award Jenn, Sarah, and Darryl with the 2024 Trailblazing STEM Educator Award.

National Group Formulating Accounting Talent Strategies Fields Two Surveys to Help Shape Its Recommendations

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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NEW YORK , March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Pipeline Advisory Group (NPAG), an independent panel convened by the American Institute of CPAs' governing Council to look into ways to boost the pipeline of future accountants and CPAs, is currently fielding two surveys that will help drive its recommendations this spring. One survey is focused on college students, the other on the profession as a whole.

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  • One survey is focused on college students, the other on the profession as a whole.
  • The group has launched two new surveys designed to fill in gaps and solicit feedback on some of the group's potential options.
  • "These surveys are an important tool that will help inform our recommendations, backed by the research analysis, outreach and deliberation that we've already done."
  • The other is open to the full accounting profession, including CPAs, accounting and finance professionals, educators, association members, state regulators and other stakeholders.

Wanclouds Receives SOC 2® Type II Compliance Certification

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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SANTA CLARA, Calif., March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Wanclouds, a leading multi-cloud SaaS and managed service provider, today announced the successful completion of its System and Organization Controls 2 (SOC2) Type II report for its cloud migration solutions. This landmark achievement affirms Wanclouds' commitment to meeting and exceeding industry standards by providing a secure data environment for its customers. Developed by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), a SOC 2 information security standard is a report that validates controls relevant to security, availability, integrity, confidentiality, and privacy.

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  • "Wanclouds has a dedicated security and privacy team that establishes policies and controls, continuously monitors compliance, and undergoes third-party audits, such as SOC2, to demonstrate our commitment to security and compliance."
  • Wanclouds partnered with Johanson Group LLP, a premier certification body that helps organizations obtain and maintain global compliance standards, to complete the globally recognized audit, following its successful audit and SOC 2 Type I compliance certification.
  • SOC2 II compliance represents a commitment that secure systems and controls are maintained by the organization on an ongoing basis.
  • "Security and compliance are of utmost importance at Wanclouds, and we prioritize helping our customers enhance their security and compliance measures, which starts with ensuring our own organizational security and compliance practices," said Faiz Khan, CEO and founder of Wanclouds.

TeachTown Successfully Completes the System and Organization Controls (SOC) 2 Audit

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Monday, March 4, 2024
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WOBURN, Mass., March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- TeachTown, a leading provider of special education curriculum for students with moderate to severe disabilities, proudly announces its successful completion of the System and Organization Controls (SOC) 2 audit process.

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  • WOBURN, Mass., March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- TeachTown, a leading provider of special education curriculum for students with moderate to severe disabilities, proudly announces its successful completion of the System and Organization Controls (SOC) 2 audit process.
  • "TeachTown's successful completion of the SOC 2 audit underscores our commitment to data security and privacy for our customers," shares Brad Sheneman, Director of Technology, TeachTown.
  • TeachTown will continue an annual SOC 2 compliance audit to mitigate risk and establish customer trust and reassurance.
  • To learn more about TeachTown and its K-12 standards-based, adapted core curriculum, enCORE, visit teachtown.com.