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Peraton Appoints New Advisory Board Members

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Thursday, January 11, 2024
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RESTON, Va., Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Peraton today announced the appointment of four new Advisory Board members:

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  • RESTON, Va., Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Peraton today announced the appointment of four new Advisory Board members:
    Peraton's Advisory Board provides advice and expertise to the company on its strategic direction.
  • They join Robert Cardillo, former director, National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) and Kevin Meiners, former deputy director of National Intelligence (DD/DNI) for Enterprise Capability.
  • "Each of these exceptional leaders has demonstrated through their service to our country a unique understanding of national security, how it evolves, and the approaches required to stay ahead," said Peraton Chairman, President, and CEO Stu Shea.
  • Emeritus members of Peraton's Advisory Board include:
    Jeanne Tisinger, former deputy director of Support, Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)
    Comprised of a group of proven government, military, and industry technology experts, Peraton's Advisory Board provides advice and expertise to the company on its strategic direction.

Interpres Security Announces Advisory Group With Top Industry Veterans

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Interpres Security, a company dedicated to optimizing defenses against actual threats targeting organizations to help reduce threat exposure, today announced its newly formed Advisory Group. The Interpres Security Advisory Group (ISAG) brings together a seasoned group from the CIA, NSA, DISA, Sourcefire DOD, and other leading cybersecurity practices to address the growing need for the modern CISO and business leaders to shift the security mindset from risk-based modeling to threat-based modeling. With recent SEC requirements and enforcement actions, the need is even greater for CISOs and their teams to be armed with operationalized evidence-based threat data, that they can use to optimize defenses against the cyber threats that are most likely to target their organization. The inaugural members bring decades of experience to Interpres:

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  • WASHINGTON, Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Interpres Security , a company dedicated to optimizing defenses against actual threats targeting organizations to help reduce threat exposure, today announced its newly formed Advisory Group.
  • The Interpres Security Advisory Group (ISAG) brings together a seasoned group from the CIA, NSA, DISA, Sourcefire DOD, and other leading cybersecurity practices to address the growing need for the modern CISO and business leaders to shift the security mindset from risk-based modeling to threat-based modeling.
  • Our management team is looking forward to working closely with each of them as we continue to scale the business and address the ever-growing needs of the CISO," said Nick Lantuh, CEO of Interpres Security.
  • With Interpres Security, organizations can automate & prove defense readiness, prioritize vulnerabilities with context and intelligence, optimize the defense surface to eliminate gaps in coverage while reducing costs, and show where you are over and under invested regarding your defensive security program.

The Carnegie at Washingtonian Center Introduces Custom Crafted Experiences with Washington's Cultural Heavyweights and Local Artisans

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024
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The Carnegie has fortified its commitment to cultural enrichment through partnerships with acclaimed institutions like The Kennedy Center, The Library of Congress and The Smithsonian Institution.

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  • The Carnegie has fortified its commitment to cultural enrichment through partnerships with acclaimed institutions like The Kennedy Center, The Library of Congress and The Smithsonian Institution.
  • These collaborations offer residents exclusive access to cultural events, educational programs and opportunities to engage in unique artistic experiences.
  • The Carnegie's new relationships with local artisans offer residents exclusive opportunities to creatively engage in hands-on, personalized experiences.
  • For media interested in speaking with The Carnegie team, please contact Kylie Pray at [email protected] or call 214.378.7970 ext.

FROM TWO SPACE WARFARE EXPERTS COMES A BLUEPRINT FOR FIGHTING AND WINNING WARS IN OUTER SPACE

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A groundbreaking guidebook for fighting and winning the upcoming wars in outer space was released today from space warfare experts Paul Szymanski and Jerry Drew.

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  • WASHINGTON, Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A groundbreaking guidebook for fighting and winning the upcoming wars in outer space was released today from space warfare experts Paul Szymanski and Jerry Drew.
  • All warfare is a competition between human minds, even the battle in outer space.
  • "[This book] is a great read that will be very valuable for both casual observers and professional space warfighters alike."
  • Space warfare will test the knowledge, experience, fears, beliefs, stamina, and will of civilians, military commanders, and political leadership like never before.

The IIA Releases New Global Internal Audit Standards to Lead Profession into the Future

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024
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LAKE MARY, Fla., Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Institute of Internal Auditors (The IIA) – the internal audit profession's leader in standards, certifications, education, research, and technical guidance worldwide – today released its new Global Internal Audit Standards™.

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  • "The new Global Internal Audit Standards meet an urgent professional and marketplace need," said Anthony Pugliese, CIA, CPA, CGMA, CITP, President and CEO of The IIA.
  • The Global Internal Audit Standards become effective in January 2025, 12 months after their release, though The IIA encourages early adoption.
  • "Today's release of the new Global Internal Audit Standards is a tremendous milestone for the internal audit profession," said Naohiro Mouri, CIA, CPA, chairman of the International Internal Audit Standards Board (IIASB).
  • A free webinar – Get to Know the Global Internal Audit Standards – is being offered to IIA members and nonmembers on January 24.

New Research Examines Risks and Rewards of Lifetime Pension Pool Design Elements

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Monday, December 11, 2023
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The report Exploration of Lifetime Pension Pools Design Elements focuses on modern retirement arrangements that enable retirees to convert a single premium into income for life, varying with investment and mortality experience.

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  • The report Exploration of Lifetime Pension Pools Design Elements focuses on modern retirement arrangements that enable retirees to convert a single premium into income for life, varying with investment and mortality experience.
  • With growing interest in these pools, the pace of adoption is dependent, in part, on an evolving regulatory framework, effective communication and further consensus on optimal design elements.
  • It also shows that most design elements give rise to trade-offs between risk and reward.
  • "Our general motivation for this research was to understand more about these lifetime pension pools.

Canada's Actuaries Support Drug Coverage for All Canadians by Improving Existing Systems

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023
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However, the CIA believes this can be accomplished more effectively and implemented more quickly by enhancing elements of existing public and private drug coverage plans.

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  • However, the CIA believes this can be accomplished more effectively and implemented more quickly by enhancing elements of existing public and private drug coverage plans.
  • The CIA proposes that provinces and territories establish or adjust their own pharmacare platforms to guarantee that all residents are covered by a prescription drug plan.
  • The CIA proposal offers a more flexible and competitive drug coverage for all Canadians at a lower cost than a universal single-payer system.
  • "Canada's actuaries believe the hybrid model proposed in our independent report would provide individual Canadians with the right combination of supports for a healthy future."

SMX Appoints Andrew Makridis Former Chief Operating Officer of the Central Intelligence Agency to its Board of Directors

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023
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SMX (the “Company”), a leader in next-generation mission support, digital transformation and IT solutions, announced today the appointment of Andrew Makridis , former Chief Operating Officer of the Central Intelligence Agency (the “CIA”), to its Board of Directors.

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  • SMX (the “Company”), a leader in next-generation mission support, digital transformation and IT solutions, announced today the appointment of Andrew Makridis , former Chief Operating Officer of the Central Intelligence Agency (the “CIA”), to its Board of Directors.
  • Makridis spent nearly four decades of service in the U.S. Intelligence Community and national security establishment, rising to the number three position at the CIA until his retirement at the end of 2022.
  • As Chief Operating Officer, Makridis was responsible for managing the CIA’s day-to-day operations, including budgeting, personnel-related issues, resource management, security and information technology, and developing the multi-year strategy for fulfilling the agency’s primary mission as the nation’s first line of defense.
  • Among his many other distinguishments, Makridis was awarded the CIA’s George H.W.

Custard Companies Celebrate Success Through Expansion

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Monday, December 18, 2023
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PEACHTREE CORNERS, Ga., Dec. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Custard Companies would like to recognize the continued expansion of their Specialty Divisions, further increasing the already robust array of services offered to their client partners.

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  • PEACHTREE CORNERS, Ga., Dec. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Custard Companies would like to recognize the continued expansion of their Specialty Divisions, further increasing the already robust array of services offered to their client partners.
  • Known as a premier nationwide transportation claim adjusting company, Custard remains focused on transportation claims, building on 61 years of partnership with many major freight carriers, trucking, and logistics companies.
  • Rick Linville, Chairman of Custard Companies, states "It's exciting to see how Riverwood has grown since opening its doors.
  • Additionally, with the recent acquisition of SIAdvisers, located in Toronto, Custard Companies is excited to enlarge their geographical footprint into the Canadian market.

Central Indiana Ace Hardware Group Partners with Riley Children's Foundation to Co-Host the Ace Christmas Tree Farm for Riley Children's Hospital Patients

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Friday, December 15, 2023
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INDIANAPOLIS, Dec. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Central Indiana Ace Hardware Group (CIA) and Riley Children's Foundation teamed up today to help brighten the rooms of children staying at Riley Children's Hospital with the Ace Christmas Tree Farm. Children were invited to select their own four-foot, artificial Christmas tree to decorate with lights and ornaments and keep in their room for the holiday season. The Ace Christmas Tree Farm was set up in a common area in the hospital for all patients to access and supported by a team of Ace employee volunteers from various stores in the central Indiana area. The trees and all decorating supplies were funded by donations from stores in the CIA group.

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  • INDIANAPOLIS, Dec. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Central Indiana Ace Hardware Group (CIA) and Riley Children's Foundation teamed up today to help brighten the rooms of children staying at Riley Children's Hospital with the Ace Christmas Tree Farm.
  • Children were invited to select their own four-foot, artificial Christmas tree to decorate with lights and ornaments and keep in their room for the holiday season.
  • The Ace Christmas Tree Farm was set up in a common area in the hospital for all patients to access and supported by a team of Ace employee volunteers from various stores in the central Indiana area.
  • To learn more about Ace's efforts to give back to its local communities and help those in need, visit www.acehardware.com/community-involvement .