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Aventiv Technologies Champions Rehabilitative Justice and Second Chances, Sponsors Justice-Impacted Panel and Inaugural Career Fair at the American Probation and Parole Association 48th Annual Training Institute

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Thursday, September 14, 2023
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DALLAS, Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Aventiv Technologies, a technology company delivering secure and affordable products to bridge the digital divide and help America's 1.9 million incarcerated individuals successfully reenter society, hosted several discussions as part of the American Parole and Probation Association (APPA) 48th Annual Training Institute. Aventiv used the forum to convene justice-impacted individuals who have created innovative solutions that help those reentering their communities break through barriers to gain access to fair chance job opportunities.

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  • "In any major opportunity in our lives, there is usually a box we all have to check.
  • This pain point is most often felt in the workforce because 9-out-10 employers use background checks as a screening tool.
  • Aventiv Technologies is a proud fair chance employer and continues to invest in propelling second chance initiatives forward, empowering justice-impacted individuals and driving innovation within the justice system.
  • To discover how Aventiv Technologies is shaping the future of justice and innovation, please visit Aventiv Technologies .

Smart Start Celebrates Its 30th Anniversary on December 2nd

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Thursday, November 24, 2022
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GRAPEVINE, Texas, Nov. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Smart Start, the U.S. and world leader in alcohol testing and electronic monitoring, has spent this calendar year gearing up for its milestone 30th Anniversary. As their anniversary is approaching, they will be celebrating with a special event on Friday, December 2, at the company's global headquarters in Grapevine, Texas.

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  • Based in Grapevine, Texas, Smart Start celebrates its 30th anniversary on Dec. 2
    GRAPEVINE, Texas, Nov. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Smart Start , the U.S. and world leader in alcohol testing and electronic monitoring, has spent this calendar year gearing up for its milestone 30th Anniversary.
  • Since its inception in 1992, Smart Start has prevented more than 12 million illegal vehicle starts.
  • We have become the world's largest Ignition Interlock company and the most innovative in the industry," said Smart Start CEO Matt Strausz.
  • Since November 2013, Smart Start has been based out of Grapevine, Texas, and employs over 600 people in the U.S.

Smart Start Doubles Down on Government Affairs by Hiring Traffic Safety Veteran

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Tuesday, September 13, 2022
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GRAPEVINE, Texas, Sept. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Smart Start, the worldwide leader in alcohol monitoring services and technologies with its ignition interlocks and portable breath-testing devices, is pleased to announce the hiring of Brandy Nannini as Vice President of Government Affairs. She brings more than 30 years of expertise in prevention of impaired driving, with extensive experience in federal and state government relations.

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  • She brings more than 30 years of expertise in prevention of impaired driving, with extensive experience in federal and state government relations.
  • "Brandy brings a wealth of experience, a broad network of connections, and a proven record of dedication and leadership to her new role," said Smart Start CEO Matt Strausz.
  • "With her on our team, we will continue to strengthen our reputation as a government affairs leader."
  • She managed government relations and traffic safety programs for Responsibility.org and spearheaded passage of numerous state and federal laws, including ignition interlock laws.