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Cat® Simulators Systems and SimScholars™ Curriculum Play Key Roles in Georgia's New Heavy Equipment Operator Training Program's Success

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Saturday, April 1, 2023

PEORIA, Ill., April 1, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Simformotion™ LLC's Cat® Simulators systems and SimScholars™ heavy equipment operator (HEO) curriculum are playing key roles in the state of Georgia's newly launched HEO simulator training program.

Key Points: 
  • PEORIA, Ill., April 1, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Simformotion™ LLC's Cat® Simulators systems and SimScholars™ heavy equipment operator (HEO) curriculum are playing key roles in the state of Georgia's newly launched HEO simulator training program.
  • Cat® Simulators are the main focus of the program because the simulators are so authentic to the real equipment.
  • The simulators, along with the SimScholars™ curriculum, really put our students on the fast track to becoming operators.
  • Jeremy Whitaker, Director of Training & Recruitment, attributes much of the program's success to the Cat® Simulators systems and SimScholars™ curriculum.

Ricoh creates industry-first training-to-career program, investing in Generation Next and the future of print

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Wednesday, August 24, 2022

EXTON, Pa., Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ricoh USA, Inc. today announced Ricoh Advanced Career Education (ACE), an industry-first training program that certifies educators to prepare students for a career in the growing commercial print and sign & graphics fields. Collaborating with industry partners, educational institutions, and organizations nationwide, Ricoh ACE equips the next generation of print professionals with the skills to manufacture today's most complex print products, and the tools to meet tomorrow's sophisticated print demands. The program supports economic development and empowerment by providing access to education and economic mobility to communities in need via careers within the high-demand print industry, furthering Ricoh's support of the United Nation's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

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  • Collaborating with industry partners, educational institutions, and organizations nationwide, Ricoh ACE equips the next generation of print professionals with the skills to manufacture today's most complex print products, and the tools to meet tomorrow's sophisticated print demands.
  • For more information about Ricoh ACE, click here or follow the company's social media channels on Twitter , Facebook and LinkedIn .
  • Ricoh is empowering digital workplaces using innovative technologies and services that enable individuals to work smarter from anywhere.
  • In the financial year ended March 2021, Ricoh Group had worldwide sales of 1,682 billion yen (approx.

Georgia Power launches new education equity initiative with school districts in Albany, Atlanta, Augusta and Savannah

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Tuesday, March 22, 2022

ATLANTA, March 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia Power announced today a new education equity initiative in partnership with four Georgia school districts, designed to support impactful local programs in communities of color and facilitate holistic generational change. The program represents a $3 million investment that will address specific needs and opportunities identified by local school districts focused on improving career readiness and multigenerational economic stability.

Key Points: 
  • ATLANTA, March 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Georgia Power announced today a new education equity initiative in partnership with four Georgia school districts, designed to support impactful local programs in communities of color and facilitate holistic generational change.
  • The four districts that have been selected for the pilot program are Clayton County Public Schools (Atlanta) , Dougherty County School System (Albany) , Richmond County School System (Augusta) and Savannah-Chatham County Public School System .
  • "At Georgia Power, we're focused on making investments that move the needle and generate opportunity for real, inclusive economic growth.
  • Georgia Power, along with the Georgia Power Foundation, have committed to invest $87 million throughout 2021-2025 to continue advancing racial equity and social justice efforts in Georgia.

Georgia Power celebrates Careers in Energy Week

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Monday, October 18, 2021

ATLANTA, Oct. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Georgia Power is joining electrical utilities across the country to highlight Careers in Energy Week, October 18-22.

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  • ATLANTA, Oct. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Georgia Power is joining electrical utilities across the country to highlight Careers in Energy Week, October 18-22.
  • Careers in Energy Week is dedicated to celebrating and raising awareness of energy careers and their importance to our communities, state and nation.
  • As part of Careers in Energy Week this year, Georgia Power will promote an informational flyer on energy careers and a video on a "day in the life" of an apprentice line worker.
  • "The energy industry is growing, and we are always seeking skilled talent to fill key roles here at Georgia Power," said Georgia Power Workforce Development Manager Jamal Jessie.