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Pratt & Whitney and Indian Start-up Awiros launch AI-based Aircraft Engine Inspection Tool, Percept

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023

PARIS, June 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- PARIS AIR SHOW -- Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, announces the launch of Percept – an advanced AI-based Aircraft Engine Analysis Tool.

Key Points: 
  • PARIS, June 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- PARIS AIR SHOW -- Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, announces the launch of Percept – an advanced AI-based Aircraft Engine Analysis Tool.
  • Instead of an inspector having to examine an engine and check part-by-part, Percept automates this inspection, and reduces time taken by nearly 90%.
  • "The Percept tool helps reduce time and effort involved in the pre-and-post lease analysis of aircraft engines," said O Sung Kwon, vice president, Customer Support, Pratt & Whitney.
  • The Percept solution will be deployed exclusively on Pratt & Whitney's most advanced commercial engines, including the Pratt & Whitney GTF™ engine and the V2500.

GOVERNOR HOCHUL ANNOUNCES $3 MILLION EXPANSION OF MANHATTAN TELECOMMUNICATIONS CORPORATION IN NEW YORK CITY

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Tuesday, June 13, 2023

NEW YORK, June 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that Manhattan Telecommunications Corporation, a global communications solution provider for businesses worldwide, is investing $3 million to extensively renovate its 55 Water Street headquarters in New York City. As part of its growth plans, MetTel has committed to creating at least 100 new full-time jobs in software development and professional services while retaining 180 full-time jobs, supported by up to $2.2 million in performance-based Excelsior Jobs Program tax credits from Empire State Development. ESD was joined by the New York City Economic Development Corporation to mark the milestone with a ribbon cutting at MetTel's 55 Water Street headquarters.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, June 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that Manhattan Telecommunications Corporation, a global communications solution provider for businesses worldwide, is investing $3 million to extensively renovate its 55 Water Street headquarters in New York City.
  • ESD was joined by the New York City Economic Development Corporation to mark the milestone with a ribbon cutting at MetTel's 55 Water Street headquarters.
  • "New York City stands as a beacon of innovation where creativity flourishes and the entrepreneurial spirit thrives," Governor Hochul said.
  • Founded in New York City in 1996, Manhattan Telecommunications Corporation (MetTel) has helped businesses and government organizations boost enterprise productivity, reduce costs and simplify operations through automation.

New Industrial Services Investment Company, Oakley Services, Set to Drive Growth and Innovation in the South

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Tuesday, June 13, 2023

Now, with the introduction of Oakley Services, the group is set to firmly plant its flag as the leading services group for manufacturing organizations in the region.

Key Points: 
  • Now, with the introduction of Oakley Services, the group is set to firmly plant its flag as the leading services group for manufacturing organizations in the region.
  • "We're thrilled to launch Oakley Services and embark on this new chapter," said Aaron Phillips, Co-Founder and CEO of Oakley Services.
  • Oakley Services will serve as a catalyst for growth, providing not just financial support, but also strategic guidance and operational expertise.
  • Their unwavering dedication, entrepreneurial acumen, and profound industry knowledge have laid the foundation for a venture like Oakley Services to shape the future of industrial services in the South.

Montfort Ventures Opens Inaugural Branch in San Diego

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Friday, June 9, 2023

SAN DIEGO, June 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Montfort Ventures, a boutique startup fundraising advisory firm specializing in startup fundraising and growth acceleration, is thrilled to announce the opening of its inaugural branch in San Diego, California.

Key Points: 
  • SAN DIEGO, June 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Montfort Ventures, a boutique startup fundraising advisory firm specializing in startup fundraising and growth acceleration, is thrilled to announce the opening of its inaugural branch in San Diego, California.
  • Montfort Ventures opens inaugural branch in San Diego, drawn by the city's vibrant and dynamic startup scene.
  • Montfort Ventures' San Diego branch will offer a comprehensive suite of services designed to support startups at every stage of their growth journey.
  • The opening of Montfort Ventures' San Diego branch at the University Club Atop The Symphony Towers further solidifies Montfort Ventures' commitment to fostering innovation and driving economic growth in the region.

Inc. Founders House Announces First 30 Under 30-ish, Atlanta

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Wednesday, May 10, 2023

ATLANTA, May 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Inc. Business Media today announced the 30 Under 30-ish, Atlanta event to honor the best and brightest in the city's business community. The event, which will kick off Inc.'s regional 30 Under 30-ish tour, will be held on Wednesday, May 10, from 4 to 6 pm at Inc. Founders House Atlanta, located at The Gathering Spot. Inc. editor-in-chief Scott O. will unveil the honoree list, the first of its kind to include not only entrepreneurs but also those who support them: hometown investors, networking gurus, accelerators, and ecosystem builders.

Key Points: 
  • Founders House Atlanta, located at The Gathering Spot.
  • Inc. is partnering with the Atlanta Chamber of Commerce to present its 30 Under 30-ish event.
  • "That's what we're trying to recognize with the 30 under 30-ish list, the people who are upstarts in local communities."
  • Inc. is partnering with the Atlanta Chamber of Commerce to present the 30 Under 30-ish event.

Porsche Centre Kitchener-Waterloo inaugurates its sales pop-up store

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Monday, May 8, 2023

Toronto, ON, May 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Porsche Cars Canada, Ltd. (PCL) announces the opening of a temporary pop-up store ahead of the opening of the future Porsche Centre Kitchener-Waterloo.

Key Points: 
  • Toronto, ON, May 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Porsche Cars Canada, Ltd. (PCL) announces the opening of a temporary pop-up store ahead of the opening of the future Porsche Centre Kitchener-Waterloo.
  • It will allow customers the ability to interact with the brand and begin a relationship with the team before the opening of Porsche Centre Kitchener-Waterloo.
  • “We are delighted to bring the iconic Porsche brand to this vibrant community,“ said Francesco Policaro, CEO, Policaro Group.
  • Slated to open in the fall of 2023, the latest Porsche Centre will become the second for the Policaro Group, after Porsche Centre Oakville.

Netflix drama ‘Another Self’ spotlights traumas and forced migration shaping modern Turkey

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023

One of the protagonists, Sevgi (Boncuk Yilmaz), has a cancer diagnosis.

Key Points: 
  • One of the protagonists, Sevgi (Boncuk Yilmaz), has a cancer diagnosis.
  • Sevgi attends a form of group therapy about connecting with ancestors, and for a time appears to get better.
  • A theme in the show is some of the characters’ own skepticism about the role of ancestors in current suffering or problems, and their emerging exploration of this.

Great Population Exchange

    • The show depicts what is known as the Great Population Exchange between Turkey and Greece.
    • Due to the hostilities between Turkish and Greek forces, both countries decided to exchange populations in the aftermath of the war.
    • This population exchange was not the first of its kind between Turkey and Greece.

Balkan Wars

    • In 1912, as a result of the Balkan Wars, Muslims and Turks living in the Balkans had to emigrate to Anatolia.
    • At the same time, a lack of transportation, infrastructure, roads and housing caused slums to become widepsread in urban areas.

Cold War conflict

    • However, she learns from her mother her real father was a revolutionary who was shot at a meeting.
    • This context refers to how during the Cold War, Turkey was a hotbed of ideological conflict.
    • Following the 1980 military coup, the Turkish state implemented a strict policy against the leftist / revolutionary groups within the country.

Times of displacement


    Through watching this show, both as a historian and as a displaced scholar, it occurred to me that my quest for academic freedom has, in a sense, duplicated a family tradition of trauma through displacement. Maybe, in times of displacement, what we need is to acknowledge ties with our past and start a new life, just like the soundtrack of Another Self suggests.

Toledo Solar Wins $8.8 Federal Grant To Make See-Through Solar Windows, a near-term solution for Net Positive Buildings

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Monday, May 1, 2023

The DOE's award to Toledo Solar reflects their commitment to drive American innovation to meet the nation's evolving electrical demand from domestically manufactured and renewable sources.

Key Points: 
  • The DOE's award to Toledo Solar reflects their commitment to drive American innovation to meet the nation's evolving electrical demand from domestically manufactured and renewable sources.
  • This award represents the largest investment of its kind to a solar panel manufacturer as part of the SETO Fiscal Year 2022 Solar Manufacturing Incubator.
  • The development of semi-transparent solar glass will allow markets that utilize traditional glass to incorporate an energy generation solution.
  • Solar generation has increased 73 times over that same period, from 2 million MWh to 146 million MWh.

Tabnine Bolsters Executive Team to Foster Continued Momentum as Generative AI Surges

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Monday, May 1, 2023

“Tabnine is in lockstep with the rapidly evolving generative AI space, and building out our team with the industry’s brightest minds is key as we scale our business to better serve our global user base,” said Dror Weiss, co-founder and CEO of Tabnine.

Key Points: 
  • “Tabnine is in lockstep with the rapidly evolving generative AI space, and building out our team with the industry’s brightest minds is key as we scale our business to better serve our global user base,” said Dror Weiss, co-founder and CEO of Tabnine.
  • In his new role as Executive Chairman of Tabnine, Robertson will provide strategic guidance as the company continues to be a frontrunner in the development of generative AI-powered software solutions.
  • “I’m thrilled to join Tabnine as the company is at the forefront of helping businesses adopt generative AI to drive better business outcomes,” Owenby said.
  • I believe Tabnine’s AI technology has the potential to transform the way developers work and drive meaningful progress for their organizations.”

Andy Volkmann of FranConnect Named "2023 NVTC Emerging Growth CFO of the Year Award Finalist" by the Northern Virginia Technology Council

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Thursday, April 20, 2023

HERNDON, Va., April 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- FranConnect, the global leader of franchise and multi-location management solutions for driving success in sales, operations, and marketing, is proud to announce its Chief Financial Officer, Andy Volkmann, has been recognized as a finalist for the 27th annual Northern Virginia Technology Council (NVTC) Emerging Growth CFO of the Year Award. This prestigious award recognizes top finance leaders for their extraordinary achievements and excellence in advancing the economic development of the region's technology community. 

Key Points: 
  • This prestigious award recognizes top finance leaders for their extraordinary achievements and excellence in advancing the economic development of the region's technology community.
  • The panel of independent judges include former CFO award winners, who selected Volkmann for exceeding the traditional expectations of a CFO.
  • "Congratulations Andy Volkmann for being named a finalist for Emerging Growth CFO of the Year.
  • "I am honored to be named a finalist for this prestigious award," said Andy Volkmann.