Defense Innovation Advisory Board

NightDragon and Stratascale - An SHI Company, Partner to Accelerate Innovative Cybersecurity Technology to Market

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Monday, November 21, 2022

SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- NightDragon, an investment and advisory firm focused on the cybersecurity, safety, security and privacy industry, today announced a new strategic partnership with Stratascale, an SHI company, to bring the latest innovations and disruptive technologies in these essential sectors to market to Stratascale customers alongside the company's leading services and advisory offerings.

Key Points: 
  • We are excited to now partner with NightDragon, a clear leader in investing in and advising innovative cybersecurity startups, to further accelerate our ability to provide customers with cutting-edge technology to better mitigate risk and accelerate their businesses," said David Olzak, Senior Vice President of Stratascale, an SHI company.
  • Under this partnership, Stratascale will benefit from early access to NightDragon companies to identify companies that fit best within its focus areas and customer needs.
  • "When it comes to helping the world's leading companies identify and implement innovative technologies, SHI and Stratascale are clear market leaders.
  • NightDragon is an investment and advisory firm focused on growth and late-stage investments within the cybersecurity, safety, security and privacy industries.

Morehouse College Partners with Information Technology Industry Council to Launch New Center Aiming to Diversify the Global Tech Industry Workforce

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Wednesday, October 19, 2022

The Center will serve as a hub for training college students across 19 metro-Atlanta area institutions through Morehouse's participation in Atlanta Regional Council for Higher Education.

Key Points: 
  • The Center will serve as a hub for training college students across 19 metro-Atlanta area institutions through Morehouse's participation in Atlanta Regional Council for Higher Education.
  • High school students from across the state of Georgia will also have an opportunity to participate in center activities as well.
  • A collaboration with tech start-up Karat will allow for several free practice technical interviews thanks to their Brilliant Black Minds program.
  • As part of its outreach, the Center will develop a collaborative conference to share research and strategies with peers in higher education and the tech industry.

BrandDataLab (BDL) Announces Dr. Bill Morice as a New Advisory Board Member

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Thursday, April 28, 2022

IRVINE, Calif., April 28, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dr. William (Bill) Morice brings to BrandDataLab a deep understanding of healthcare markets and opens up global connections. He currently is the Chair of the Mayo Clinic Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology, and President of Mayo Clinic Laboratories.

Key Points: 
  • Dr. William (Bill) Morice brings to BrandDataLab a deep understanding of healthcare markets and opens up global connections.
  • IRVINE, Calif., April 28, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dr. William (Bill) Morice brings to BrandDataLab a deep understanding of healthcare markets and opens up global connections.
  • Dr. Morice is an accomplished medical and business leader and serves as a bridge between clinical innovations and sustainable financial performance.
  • Member, Research and Innovation Advisory Board, Brussels Academic Hospitals Laboratory
    Professor of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
    Dr. Morice is a graduate of Mayo Clinic College of Medicine (MD/Ph.D.)

McCourt Institute Announces Former POLITICO Europe CEO Shéhérazade Semsar-de Boisséson as Inaugural Executive Director

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Wednesday, November 10, 2021

PARIS, Nov. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The McCourt Institute today announced Shhrazade Semsar as its first executive director.

Key Points: 
  • PARIS, Nov. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The McCourt Institute today announced Shhrazade Semsar as its first executive director.
  • The McCourt Institute is part of Project Liberty, a visionary initiative launched by civic entrepreneur Frank McCourt to transform how the internet works and create a more equitable digital economy.
  • Semsar will lead the McCourt Institute after serving as the founding CEO of POLITICO Europe.
  • After leaving her role as CEO in 2021, Semsar remains an advisory board member for POLITICO Europe.