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Jacobs to Restore NASA Installations Through Environmental Engineering

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Thursday, April 18, 2024
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DALLAS, April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A Jacobs (NYSE:J) led joint venture (JV) was selected to provide environmental engineering, restoration and compliance services for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). As an architect-engineer, Jacobs and JV partner Geosyntec will support safe, sustainable operations for multiple NASA centers, component facilities and other infrastructure assets.

Key Points: 
  • DALLAS, April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A Jacobs (NYSE:J) led joint venture (JV) was selected to provide environmental engineering, restoration and compliance services for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).
  • As an architect-engineer, Jacobs and JV partner Geosyntec will support safe, sustainable operations for multiple NASA centers, component facilities and other infrastructure assets.
  • Jacobs will continue to serve NASA as a premier technology-enabled solutions provider focused on addressing its infrastructure, environmental and sustainability needs.
  • The project will also support NASA with Environmental Justice and National Environmental Policy Act evaluations, environmental permitting, planning and compliance activities surrounding emerging contaminants, hazardous and solid waste management, emergency spill cleanup and prevention, energy and water management.

Jacobs Named as Supplier of Cyber Security Services to UK Ministry of Defence

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Thursday, April 18, 2024
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DALLAS, April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Jacobs (NYSE:J) was named as a prime supplier of cutting-edge cyber security solutions to the U.K. Ministry of Defence (MOD).

Key Points: 
  • DALLAS, April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Jacobs (NYSE:J) was named as a prime supplier of cutting-edge cyber security solutions to the U.K. Ministry of Defence (MOD).
  • Under the Digital and IT Professional Services (DIPS) Framework, Jacobs and its specialist suppliers were appointed to provide maintenance, design and support of secure system architecture, cryptographic systems and security, including testing and evaluation of technical and non-technical security features.
  • "This award showcases our ability to provide cutting-edge solutions across various domains within the cyber security sector," said Jacobs Executive Vice President Steve Arnette.
  • The award of a place on the framework has created opportunities for security architects, system penetration testers, security systems engineers, security assurance accreditors and ethical hackers.

Parkland Announces Date of 2024 First Quarter Results

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
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CALGARY, AB, April 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - Parkland Corporation ("Parkland", "we", the "Company", or "our") (TSX: PKI) expects to announce its 2024 first quarter results after markets close on Wednesday, May 1, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • CALGARY, AB, April 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - Parkland Corporation ("Parkland", "we", the "Company", or "our") (TSX: PKI) expects to announce its 2024 first quarter results after markets close on Wednesday, May 1, 2024.
  • A conference call and webcast will then be held at 6:30 a.m. MT (8:30 a.m.
  • ET) on Thursday, May 2, 2024, to discuss the results.
  • Financial Statements and Management's Discussion and Analysis will be posted to www.parkland.ca and www.sedarplus.ca after the results are released.

LivePerson wins Best Business Intelligence Solution at the 2024 Stevie® Awards

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024
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NEW YORK, April 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LivePerson (Nasdaq: LPSN), the enterprise leader in digital customer conversations, was presented with the Gold Stevie® Award for Best Business Intelligence Solution at the 18th annual Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, April 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LivePerson (Nasdaq: LPSN), the enterprise leader in digital customer conversations, was presented with the Gold Stevie® Award for Best Business Intelligence Solution at the 18th annual Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service.
  • Along with the company's 2024 Bronze Stevie honors in both the Best Contact Center Solution and Achievement in Customer Experience categories, this award marks LivePerson's 15th Stevie Win overall.
  • The Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service are the world's top honors for customer service, contact center, business development and sales professionals.
  • "We're proud to have earned the Gold Stevie for Best Business Intelligence for helping our clients unlock the ROI of their conversational data through our Conversational Intelligence suite."

Dean College's President Inducted into the Martin Luther King, Jr. Collegium of Scholars at Morehouse College

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024
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FRANKLIN, Mass., April 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dean College is proud to announce that our president, Kenneth Elmore, J.D., has been inducted into the Martin Luther King, Jr. Collegium of Scholars at Morehouse College.

Key Points: 
  • FRANKLIN, Mass., April 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dean College is proud to announce that our president, Kenneth Elmore, J.D., has been inducted into the Martin Luther King, Jr. Collegium of Scholars at Morehouse College.
  • "That is why being inducted into the Martin Luther King, Jr. Collegium of Scholars at Morehouse College is so very meaningful to me.
  • Dr. King was the epitome of a remarkable leader and selfless servant, and I pledge to continue his legacy as a member of the MLK Collegium of Scholars."
  • The induction ceremony took place on Thursday, April 11, 2024, in the Martin Luther King, Jr. International Chapel.

4Front Ventures Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Financial Results

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Monday, April 15, 2024
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"As the new CEO of 4Front Ventures, I'm thrilled to take the helm at such a pivotal juncture for our company.

Key Points: 
  • "As the new CEO of 4Front Ventures, I'm thrilled to take the helm at such a pivotal juncture for our company.
  • Having navigated the many challenges of 2023, I couldn't be more excited to turn the page to 2024," said Andrew Thut, CEO of 4Front Ventures.
  • Peter Kampian has been welcomed aboard 4Front Ventures as the new Chief Financial Officer, starting December 1, 2023.
  • Revenue was $ 21.0 million for Q4 2023, down 21% from the fourth quarter of 2022 ("Q4 2022"), and $97.4 million for FY 2023, a decrease of 10% from the prior year.

Toronto Pearson Announces Industry Forum, Preparing for a New Era of Investment in Canada's Largest Airport

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Friday, April 12, 2024
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Toronto Pearson executives will launch today the first phase of a procurement process at an industry forum for 700 participants from design, construction, and technology industry companies.

Key Points: 
  • Toronto Pearson executives will launch today the first phase of a procurement process at an industry forum for 700 participants from design, construction, and technology industry companies.
  • Toronto Pearson Airport is making smart investments to accommodate increasing passenger demand to meet the expectations and experiences they expect, with a focus on affordability, smart design, and sustainability.
  • "LIFT is an investment in Canada's future economic prosperity and is poised to generate billions of dollars in economic benefits.
  • These enhancements will pave the way for Toronto Pearson to become one of the greenest, technologically advanced, and passenger-friendly airports in North America and globally.

National Week of Conversation: Uniting Americans to #DisagreeBetter and Build Connection

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Thursday, April 11, 2024
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Now in its seventh year, NWoC invites Americans to rise above division April 15-21 by participating in a signature experience that builds connection across differences.

Key Points: 
  • Now in its seventh year, NWoC invites Americans to rise above division April 15-21 by participating in a signature experience that builds connection across differences.
  • NWoC offers unique opportunities for individuals from all walks of life to enjoy meaningful engagement with fellow Americans and strengthen the fabric of our nation.
  • Throughout the week, Americans can join virtual and in-person activities, including panel discussions, workshops, community forums, one-on-one conversations and the inaugural Better Together Film Festival .
  • For more information about the National Week of Conversation, including a schedule of events - both in-person and virtual - and how you can get involved, please visit https://conversation.us .

Second Life Sciences GenAI Council Expands Global Perspective

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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BOSTON, April 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ArisGlobal , an innovative life sciences technology company and creator of LifeSphere®, today announced the details for the second Life Sciences Generative AI Council.

Key Points: 
  • BOSTON, April 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ArisGlobal , an innovative life sciences technology company and creator of LifeSphere®, today announced the details for the second Life Sciences Generative AI Council.
  • Aman Wasan, CEO of ArisGlobal, said: "After an incredible first session in the USA, this first European assembly of the Life Sciences GenAI Council will go deeper into practical applications of GenAI.
  • Partnering with top global pharmaceutical companies and the best AI technologists to rapidly deploy new solutions that transform critical business operations in life sciences, is deeply meaningful work for all of us at ArisGlobal."
  • The global GenAI Council is an exclusive peer group whose remit is to define and shape the targeted use of next-generation artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) innovation, particularly in the form of Generative AI (GenAI), across the Life Sciences research and development (R&D) lifecycle.

Second Life Sciences GenAI Council Expands Global Perspective

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
Conversation, AI, LLM, Machine learning, MLOps, Council, Synthetic media, Microsoft, Generative, Organization, Medical device

BOSTON, April 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ArisGlobal , an innovative life sciences technology company and creator of LifeSphere®, today announced the details for the second Life Sciences Generative AI Council.

Key Points: 
  • BOSTON, April 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ArisGlobal , an innovative life sciences technology company and creator of LifeSphere®, today announced the details for the second Life Sciences Generative AI Council.
  • Aman Wasan, CEO of ArisGlobal, said: "After an incredible first session in the USA, this first European assembly of the Life Sciences GenAI Council will go deeper into practical applications of GenAI.
  • Partnering with top global pharmaceutical companies and the best AI technologists to rapidly deploy new solutions that transform critical business operations in life sciences, is deeply meaningful work for all of us at ArisGlobal."
  • The global GenAI Council is an exclusive peer group whose remit is to define and shape the targeted use of next-generation artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) innovation, particularly in the form of Generative AI (GenAI), across the Life Sciences research and development (R&D) lifecycle.