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Appian is Transforming Business Registrations and Services in the Texas Secretary of State's Office

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
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MCLEAN, Va., Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Appian (Nasdaq: APPN) today announced its partnership with the Texas Secretary of State's Business Services & Public Filings Division to accelerate end-to-end process automation in government operations. This partnership aims to transform the entire lifecycle of business registrations and secure transactions in the state of Texas, replacing the existing system with the Appian AI Process Platform. The Business Services Division deployed their first Appian application for trademark registration in just seven weeks.

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  • This partnership aims to transform the entire lifecycle of business registrations and secure transactions in the state of Texas, replacing the existing system with the Appian AI Process Platform .
  • The Business Services Division deployed their first Appian application for trademark registration in just seven weeks.
  • Appian partners with the Texas Secretary of State to accelerate end-to-end process automation in government operations.
  • The partnership with Appian will modernize user experiences for the general public, business owners, third-party business administrators, and in-house staff.

Juris Disputes & Investigations Announces Partnership with CW Resources to Grow its Cybersecurity Services

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Thursday, January 5, 2023
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Juris Disputes & Investigations, LLC , a full-service investigation and cybersecurity firm, announced today that the firm has entered into a partnership with CW Resources, Inc. , an organization that provides employment opportunities for persons with disabilities, veterans, wounded warriors and more.

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  • Juris Disputes & Investigations, LLC , a full-service investigation and cybersecurity firm, announced today that the firm has entered into a partnership with CW Resources, Inc. , an organization that provides employment opportunities for persons with disabilities, veterans, wounded warriors and more.
  • “Partnering with CW Resources is a positive step in providing meaningful employment to a diverse group of professionals that has been deeply underutilized,” says Andrew Sternke, CEO of Juris Disputes & Investigations.
  • “We are very excited about our partnership with Juris Disputes & Investigations.
  • The partnership will grow Juris Disputes & Investigations’ cybersecurity division, DarkBox Security Systems , a managed security service that has a customized subscription-based cybersecurity protection plan that includes Incident Response, Threat Hunting, Digital Forensics and Penetration Testing.

The National Institute for Innovation and Technology (NIIT) and Applied Materials Establish Texas' First Apprenticeship for Semiconductor Equipment Manufacturing

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022
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HANOVER, Md., Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the National Institute for Innovation and Technology (NIIT), the leader in developing the nation's semiconductor talent pipeline, and Applied Materials, Inc. ("Applied"), the world's largest semiconductor equipment group, announced an agreement to establish a Registered Apprenticeship Program designed specifically to strengthen the company's technician and assembler workforce.

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  • "Applied Materials is excited to launch this key program at our Austin manufacturing site," said David Immenhauser, Vice President of Manufacturing at Applied Materials.
  • The Applied initiative is part of NIIT's "Growing Apprenticeships in Nanotechnology and Semiconductors" (GAINS) program, designed specifically to meet the needs of the semiconductor industry.
  • Applied Materials provides foundational technology for the semiconductor industry, supporting chip production facilities around the world.
  • We are excited to be supporting Applied Materials, a technology leader and the largest provider of equipment to semiconductor fabs around the world."

Texas State University releases new findings on COVID vaccine hesitancy

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Thursday, June 2, 2022
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This becomes increasingly important as the COVID-19 numbers spike again nationwide and healthcare experts worry about a new wave of infections.

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  • This becomes increasingly important as the COVID-19 numbers spike again nationwide and healthcare experts worry about a new wave of infections.
  • The Texas Department of Health reports 1.75 million confirmed cases of COVID in the state just since the beginning of 2022.
  • According to the latest figures as of the beginning of April , 65% of Latinos in Texas have been vaccinated.
  • There will also be webinars scheduled to share the information and coordinate efforts in rural Texas cities.

CVS Health to Invest $11.6 Million in Affordable Housing in Austin

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Tuesday, December 14, 2021
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WOONSOCKET, R.I., Dec. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --CVS Health (NYSE: CVS) announced it will invest $11.6 million with Boston Financial Investment Management to provide 171 units of much-needed permanent supportive housing in Austin, Texas.

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  • WOONSOCKET, R.I., Dec. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --CVS Health (NYSE: CVS) announced it will invest $11.6 million with Boston Financial Investment Management to provide 171 units of much-needed permanent supportive housing in Austin, Texas.
  • This investment is part of CVS Health's commitment to address racial inequity and social determinants of health in underserved communities.
  • "When people have access to high-quality, affordable housing, it puts them in a better position to take care of their health and manage chronic disease," said David Casey, Senior Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer, CVS Health.
  • CVS Health is working with the Caritas of Austin, The Vecino Group, and Austin Housing Finance Corporation to build the apartment complex , known as Espero Austin at Rutland.

Virginia GrandDriver Goes Retro with New 80's-Themed Workout Series Aimed to Help Older Drivers Get Fit, Drive Safely, and Have Fun!

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Thursday, September 23, 2021
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The RadDriver Totally 80's Workout Tape is a new series of short exercise videos recently launched to help older adults improve coordination, flexibility, and maintain strength to drive safely.

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  • The RadDriver Totally 80's Workout Tape is a new series of short exercise videos recently launched to help older adults improve coordination, flexibility, and maintain strength to drive safely.
  • While most senior drivers may be good drivers, there are physical changes that come with aging.
  • The new workout video series can help build that independence that drivers desire as they age.
  • "The new workout video series focuses on building up your strength and flexibility that can help older adults continue driving."