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GREATER DES MOINES PARTNERSHIP UNVEILS GOALS FOR DSM WORKFORCE COLLABORATIVE

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Wednesday, May 1, 2024
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GREATER DES MOINES, Ind., May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- To further advance regional workforce needs, the Greater Des Moines Partnership's DSM Workforce Collaborative has outlined strategic objectives and goals.

Key Points: 
  • GREATER DES MOINES, Ind., May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- To further advance regional workforce needs, the Greater Des Moines Partnership's DSM Workforce Collaborative has outlined strategic objectives and goals.
  • The DSM Workforce Collaborative focuses on strengthening the current and future workforce with a collective voice by identifying workforce opportunities and implementing solutions to help meet business and education needs in Greater Des Moines (DSM).
  • The DSM Workforce Collaborative is focusing on the following goals:
    Grow connections between education and industry to share best practices and drive action toward innovative solutions.
  • "We are excited to ramp up our efforts dedicated to implementing innovative solutions that bridge the gap between education and business in Greater Des Moines," said Lexi Shafer, Director of Workforce at The Partnership.

GREATER DES MOINES PARTNERSHIP UNVEILS GOALS FOR DSM WORKFORCE COLLABORATIVE

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Wednesday, May 1, 2024
Education, Lead, Workforce, Human, Curriculum, Partnership, Senior, DSM, Acquisition, WBL, Training and development, Student, Management

GREATER DES MOINES, Ind., May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- To further advance regional workforce needs, the Greater Des Moines Partnership's DSM Workforce Collaborative has outlined strategic objectives and goals.

Key Points: 
  • GREATER DES MOINES, Ind., May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- To further advance regional workforce needs, the Greater Des Moines Partnership's DSM Workforce Collaborative has outlined strategic objectives and goals.
  • The DSM Workforce Collaborative focuses on strengthening the current and future workforce with a collective voice by identifying workforce opportunities and implementing solutions to help meet business and education needs in Greater Des Moines (DSM).
  • The DSM Workforce Collaborative is focusing on the following goals:
    Grow connections between education and industry to share best practices and drive action toward innovative solutions.
  • "We are excited to ramp up our efforts dedicated to implementing innovative solutions that bridge the gap between education and business in Greater Des Moines," said Lexi Shafer, Director of Workforce at The Partnership.

Kuder Launches New Connect 2 Business to Revolutionize Work-Based Learning Programs

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Thursday, February 15, 2024
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ADEL, Iowa, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kuder, Inc. (Kuder), has expanded its college and career readiness offerings to address the growing number of work-based learning policies being passed by states by upgrading Kuder Connect 2 Business® (C2B).

Key Points: 
  • ADEL, Iowa, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kuder, Inc. (Kuder), has expanded its college and career readiness offerings to address the growing number of work-based learning policies being passed by states by upgrading Kuder Connect 2 Business® (C2B).
  • Connect 2 Business is a complete online toolset serving every stakeholder in the work-based learning (WBL) continuum to produce more meaningful outcomes for students who are preparing for our modern workforce.
  • With C2B, students can explore local WBL opportunities that match their Kuder Career Interests Assessment® results to engage in more unique and impactful learning experiences.
  • For educators, Connect 2 Business simplifies their WBL program by easily organizing student and business information and streamlining those details into comprehensive reports to meet state-level requirements.

SchooLinks chosen to Power Central Ohio Talent Network

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
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Columbus, Ohio, Feb. 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SchooLinks - the leading modern college, and career readiness platform - is excited to announce its backing of the creation of Central Ohio Talent Network, run by the Workforce Development Board of Central Ohio.

Key Points: 
  • Columbus, Ohio, Feb. 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SchooLinks - the leading modern college, and career readiness platform - is excited to announce its backing of the creation of Central Ohio Talent Network, run by the Workforce Development Board of Central Ohio.
  • This initiative is aimed to solve challenges around the adoption and accessibility of learning and employment records (LERs).
  • The Central Ohio Talent Network will leverage SchooLinks’ work-based learning solution to power new modes of early career talent and employer matching at scale via LERs.
  • There are 3 objectives of the talent network:
    Broaden access to opportunities - internships, apprenticeships, part-time, and full-time jobs - for students
    Reduce logistical costs for employers by streamlining the matching of opportunities with applications.

Wasatch Biolabs Launches Proprietary Targeted DNA Methylation Sequencing Service for Researchers and Healthcare Providers

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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HEBER CITY, Utah, Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wasatch Biolabs (WBL) , a subsidiary of Renew Biotechnologies and a certified Oxford Nanopore Technologies' laboratory, launches a proprietary Targeted DNA Methylation Sequencing Service for researchers and clinical service providers.

Key Points: 
  • HEBER CITY, Utah, Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wasatch Biolabs (WBL) , a subsidiary of Renew Biotechnologies and a certified Oxford Nanopore Technologies' laboratory, launches a proprietary Targeted DNA Methylation Sequencing Service for researchers and clinical service providers.
  • The DNA methylation service is being released among WBL's first wave of Oxford Nanopore-based sequencing services, and is the company's first big step toward making Oxford Nanopore sequencing and the power of epigenetics more accessible to researchers and healthcare providers.
  • Bisulfite sequencing, which involves chemical treatment of DNA with sodium bisulfite and PCR amplification, remains the de facto standard for DNA methylation analysis.
  • In addition to its proprietary DNA methylation sequencing service, WBL also offers other Oxford Nanopore assay-based sequencing services, including whole genome, cDNA, and RNA sequencing, among others, to researchers and clinical service providers.

AArete Promotes Three New Managing Directors in Healthcare Consulting Practice

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024
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AArete , a leading global management and technology consulting firm, is pleased to announce that three members of its Healthcare practice – Leslie Lotano-Saba , SueEllen Carroll and Jeff Schacht – have been promoted to managing directors.

Key Points: 
  • AArete , a leading global management and technology consulting firm, is pleased to announce that three members of its Healthcare practice – Leslie Lotano-Saba , SueEllen Carroll and Jeff Schacht – have been promoted to managing directors.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240130290102/en/
    AArete has promoted three new managing directors, (left to right) SueEllen Carroll, Leslie Lotano-Saba and Jeff Schacht.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    "Leslie, SueEllen and Jeff are highly respected by AArete’s healthcare clients, and we congratulate them on their well-earned promotions,” said Loren Trimble, AArete CEO.
  • In 2023, she was recognized by Consulting Magazine as a Rising Star for Excellence in Healthcare Strategy Consulting .

Kuder Connect 2 Business® Selected by State of Oklahoma for Work-based Learning

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023
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ADEL, Iowa, Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kuder, Inc. (Kuder) is pleased to announce it was selected by the Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education (CareerTech) in collaboration with the Oklahoma State Department of Education (OSDE) to engage students, schools, and businesses across the state in work-based learning (WBL) and job alignment.

Key Points: 
  • ADEL, Iowa, Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kuder, Inc. (Kuder) is pleased to announce it was selected by the Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education (CareerTech) in collaboration with the Oklahoma State Department of Education (OSDE) to engage students, schools, and businesses across the state in work-based learning (WBL) and job alignment.
  • ~Brent Haken, CareerTech State Director
    Kuder's custom career readiness platform for all Oklahomans (K-Adult), the OKCareerGuide , will accelerate more robust interactions and participation in WBL and job skills development.
  • CareerTech and OSDE saw Kuder's employer engagement toolset, Connect 2 Business (C2B), as an ideal fit to accomplish their objectives.
  • "Kuder has consistently delivered high quality products and services that are tailored to the state of Oklahoma," said Shawna Nord, Counseling and Career Development Manager, CareerTech.

Vector Solutions acquires PATHWAYos to close skills gap for students entering the workforce

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023
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TAMPA, Fla., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Vector Solutions, the leading provider of training and software solutions dedicated to helping schools make their communities safer, smarter, and better, today announced it has acquired PATHWAYos, the leading platform for connecting K-12 schools and students to work-based learning opportunities. The acquisition expands Vector Solutions' footprint at the intersection of education and industry with a move into the Career and Technical Education (CTE) market. The transaction brings together two companies passionate about providing best-in-class technology to support building a stronger and more successful workforce.

Key Points: 
  • As the lines between education and employment increasingly blur, Vector Solutions and PATHWAYos aim to support students on their chosen career paths and bridge the gap between education and workforce-ready skills.
  • Today, Vector Solutions provides skills and safety training to over 2,000 industry customers, who use that training to ensure their workforce has the necessary skills to perform their jobs effectively.
  • "Our acquisition of PATHWAYos reaffirms our commitment to helping students excel on their chosen career paths," said Jonathan Cherins, Chief Executive Officer of Vector Solutions.
  • The combined expertise and resources will strengthen Vector Solutions' CTE offerings and solidify its position as a leader in the industry.

Northwest Regional ESD Partners with SchooLinks to Elevate College and Career Readiness Initiatives

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023
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The team at Northwest Regional ESD is proactively engaging with districts and students to identify their unique needs.

Key Points: 
  • The team at Northwest Regional ESD is proactively engaging with districts and students to identify their unique needs.
  • SchooLinks emerged as the preferred choice due to its exceptional solutions aimed at supporting guidance and career readiness educators with intentional career & college guidance curricula and tools.
  • “We believe in the power of having a platform to support our college and career readiness initiatives.
  • Through this collaboration, the ESD reiterates its commitment to advancing educational opportunities and strengthening college and career readiness across the region.

WORLD BOWLING LEAGUE ANNOUNCE STRIKING PLANS FOR THE SPORT

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Thursday, October 5, 2023
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DUBAI, UAE, Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Any sport that claims to have more than 150 million regular participants worldwide has enormous potential. 

Key Points: 
  • Adi K Mishra, founder and Chief Executive of League Sports Co, explains why the project is vital for the future of the sport as a whole.
  • DUBAI, UAE, Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Any sport that claims to have more than 150 million regular participants worldwide has enormous potential.
  • Primarily, this will involve the launch in 2024 of the World Bowling League (WBL), which will aim to redefine the appeal of bowling through the WBL Pro Tour and WBL Global calendars for fans and competitors alike, as well as broadcasters, sponsors, agencies and bookmakers.
  • With the introduction of the World Bowling League suite of products we intend to bring back the commercial allure of bowling."