“AstronetX was founded to create new space-based observational and database services for scientists, scholars, and enthusiasts. We believe there’s a breakthrough-moment in our lunar platform’s promise to serve the space science community, and we’re excited for the opportunity to create a platform for path-breaking scientific discovery,” said Dr. Morse. “Our telescope concept will provide valuable and unique data for time-domain investigations of exoplanets, solar system objects, and the lunar environment.”
The envisioned AstronetX commercial, lunar-based imaging network will serve scientific applications in astrophysics, solar system science, Earth science, and planetary defense.
“Our objective is to create a robust and multi-purpose business that enables customers to conduct frontier space science studies and environmental monitoring,” said Robert Lasky, AstronetX Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer. “The Moore Foundation’s anchor support of our work enables us to pursue our mission to develop new tools and technologies to empower scientific discoveries and public interest in science and space exploration.”
About AstronetX
AstronetX is a Delaware public benefit corporation based in Westport, CT, established in 2019 to provide multi-purpose, space-based observational and database services to customers spanning government agencies, the space science community, and the private sector to enable frontier research in the Earth and space sciences for the benefit of humanity.
The Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation fosters path-breaking scientific discovery, environmental conservation, patient care improvements and preservation of the special character of the San Francisco Bay Area.
Finalists for the 2023 award included Tori Blake, Chief Financial Officer and Co-owner, Western Logistics Express and WLX, and Megan Ferguson, Vice President of End-to-End Delivery Acceleration, Walmart.
“It’s a privilege for Women In Trucking to recognize Shelley Simpson as our 2023 Influential Woman in Trucking award winner,” said Jennifer Hedrick, WIT President and CEO. “Shelley’s passion and leadership for this field, including her commitment to expanding gender diversity in transportation, have been evident throughout her nearly 30-year career.”
“On behalf of Daimler Truck North America, our congratulations to all of the remarkable finalists for the 2023 Influential Woman in Trucking award who have and continue to work tirelessly to create expanded opportunities for women in our industry,” said Angela Lentz, Chief People Officer, DTNA. “In addition, I want to congratulate Shelly Simpson for being named the 2023 Influential Woman in Trucking. Her amazing and vast career, commitment to others and impact on trucking are all impressive accomplishments worthy of this unique recognition.”
Simpson’s career at J.B. Hunt reflects the company’s continued progression as an innovative leader in the transportation and logistics industry.
Since joining J.B. Hunt as an hourly customer service representative, she has held multiple positions for business segments across the company, including most recently serving as Chief Commercial Officer and Executive Vice President of People and Human Resources.
In 2007, Simpson was named President of Integrated Capacity Solutions (ICS), a business unit she helped create. While continuing to develop ICS, Simpson assumed sales and marketing executive responsibilities in 2011 and was appointed Chief Marketing Officer. She took on additional leadership in 2014 as President of J.B. Hunt’s Truckload business segment, helping improve the efficiency of the company’s fleet.
Simpson was named Chief Commercial Officer in 2017, leading strategic direction of marketing, sales, customer experience, and external product development, including J.B. Hunt 360°, the company’s technology platform for freight matching and operational efficiency. As the company evolved J.B. Hunt 360 and its technology-driven services, Simpson was also responsible for commercializing them on a global scale as the leader of International Services. In 2020, she was named Executive Vice President of People and Human Resources, leading the company’s efforts to create a more inclusive culture and work environment.
Simpson was named President in 2022, and currently provides management and performance oversight for all company business units, in addition to emerging technology, developing services and People and Human Resources.
Simpson serves on the board for multiple organizations, including the Mercy Health Foundation and the Dean’s Executive Advisory Board for the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas, in addition to serving on the DSA Selection Committee for the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals.
In 2016, she received the Distinguished Woman in Logistics award by Women In Trucking and was named 2017 ATHENA Woman of the Year at the NWA Business Women’s Conference. In 2020, she received the Power50 Award by the National Diversity Council and was named a 2020 Top Influencer by Arkansas Money & Politics. In 2021, she was named one of the Top 100 Women in Supply Chain by Supply Chain Digital and has been named one of the top 100 HR Professionals by the National Diversity Council in 2022. She recently received the 2022 Woman of the Year in Innovation award by the Women’s Foundation of Arkansas and the Excellence in Free Enterprise Award from Economics Arkansas.
Originally from Russellville, Arkansas, Simpson graduated from the University of Arkansas with a bachelor’s degree in marketing. She lives in Rogers, AR with her husband David and three children.
About Women In Trucking Association, Inc. Women In Trucking Association, Inc. is a nonprofit association established to encourage the employment of women in the trucking industry, promote their accomplishments and minimize obstacles faced by women working in the trucking industry. Membership is not limited to women, as 17 percent of its members are men who support the mission. Women In Trucking is supported by its members and the generosity of Gold Level Partners: Arrow Truck Sales, Bridgestone Americas, Daimler Truck North America, FedEx Freight, Great Dane, J.B. Hunt Transport, Michelin North America, Navistar International, Inc., PACCAR, Penske Transportation Solutions, Ryder System, Walmart, and WM. Follow WIT on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. For more information, visit http://www.womenintrucking.org or call 888-464-9482.
The patented cryo-EXLO methods and instrumentation will assist cryo-EM researchers in both the life sciences and physical sciences. “Cryo-EXLO is a paradigm shift for manipulation of FIB lift out specimens prepared under cryogenic conditions,” stated Dr. Giannuzzi. “We anticipate cryo-EXLO manipulation of FIB specimens to facilitate throughput resulting in faster and statistically transformational research in cryo-EM in the fields of structural/cell biology and energy materials such as bacteria, virus infected cells and novel battery materials.”
EXpressLO LLC will showcase these methods and results at the following upcoming conferences/exhibits: 16thAnnual FIB SEM Meeting at Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in Laurel, MD USA, May 22-23, 2024; Microscopy & Microanalysis 2024 in Cleveland, OH USA, July 28 – August 1, 2024; 20th World Congress on Structural Biology September 25-26, 2024, Paris, France.
For more information, please visit www.EXpressLO.com or contact Dr. Giannuzzi directly at info(at)EXpressLO(dot)com. Videos may be viewed at www.YouTube.com/LAGiannuzzi/videos.
In 2019, Holy Cross Health’s Community Health Department initiated efforts to address the social needs, such as housing, food, and childcare, of colleagues, resulting in the creation of a specialized screening tool and the deployment of a Community Health Worker (CHW) to assess and support colleagues. This screening process identified key areas where colleagues required assistance, particularly those within departments with lower wages.
Building on this foundation, Holy Cross Health expanded the screening program in 2021, reaching 25% of its workforce, with approximately one-third of colleagues reporting at least one need. Food insecurity and the desire for increased work hours and higher pay emerged as top concerns among colleagues.
The Career Pathways Program was launched in the fall of 2022 to address these needs directly. This pioneering program offers colleagues the opportunity to advance within Holy Cross Health by completing certification programs. Eligible colleagues can apply to the program, and those selected enroll in certification courses tailored to their career goals. The program currently includes pathways for Certified Medical Assistants, Certified Nursing Assistants, Pharmacy Technicians, Central Sterile Processing Technicians, Certified Healthcare Access Associates, and Phlebotomy Technicians.
With generous support from Holy Cross Health Foundation donors and Maryland Physicians Care, the program covers tuition fees and provides additional resources. A dedicated CHW assists colleagues throughout the program, addressing any barriers they may encounter. Holy Cross Health partnered with Montgomery College and Anne Arundel Community College to offer coursework, ensuring colleagues receive high-quality education.
“As one of Maryland’s largest Medicaid Managed Care organizations, MPC is acutely aware of the impact of social needs on a person’s life and health. Giving someone the opportunity and training needed to move from an entry-level job to a career path will improve not only the life of the individual but also the lives of their entire nuclear family. MPC is proud to partner with Holy Cross on this important initiative. The Career Pathways Program is already showing success with two Certified Medical Assistants hired in new roles, a Certified Nursing Assistant pending hire, and eight Pharmacy Technician students completing their coursework and preparing for exams. Additionally, five Central Sterile colleagues are currently completing their externships,” said Jason Rottman, Maryland Physicians Care CEO.
The Career Pathways Program is already showing success, with two Certified Medical Assistants hired in new roles and eight Pharmacy Technician students completing their coursework and preparing for exams. Additionally, five Central Sterile Processing colleagues are completing their externships.
Holy Cross Health remains committed to its colleagues’ professional growth and well-being by creating opportunities for advancement and personal development.
About Holy Cross Health
Founded in 1963 by the Sisters of the Holy Cross, Holy Cross Health is a leading Catholic, not-for-profit health system serving Maryland’sMontgomery and Prince George’s counties. As a member of Trinity Health, one of the nation’s largest multi-institutional Catholic healthcare delivery systems, Holy Cross Health provides trusted healthcare services. Our flagship, Holy Cross Hospital, in Silver Spring, is among Maryland’s largest, while Holy Cross Germantown Hospital, the nation’s first on a community college campus, reflects our commitment to education. The Holy Cross Health Network operates primary care practices, affordable health centers, and community-based wellness programs, aiming to enhance lives and well-being. In 2022, Holy Cross Health contributed nearly 10 percent of its $654 million revenue to community benefit activities that meet community needs and improve access to health. Learn more at HolyCrossHealth.org.
About Maryland Physicians Care
Maryland Physicians Care, headquartered in Linthicum Heights, Md., provides free, quality health care services to Maryland’s HealthChoice enrollees by extending the full benefits of Medicaid through a comprehensive network of medical providers. MPC was founded in 1996 and is owned by Ascension Saint Agnes, Holy Cross Health, Meritus Health, and UPMC Western Maryland. MPC serves over 240K members and covers all counties in the State of Maryland. MPC believes in helping its members make good decisions about their health and works to help them plot a course to maintain or improve their health. Those interested in enrolling with MPC must be qualifying members of HealthChoice, a program of the Maryland Department of Health. Learn more about MPC by visiting mpcMedicaid.com. Enroll with MPC at mpcmedicaid.com/enroll.
Previously, Singh was at Microsoft for over a decade. He helped build the Microsoft Dynamics Enterprise ERP product portfolio and was a Partner General Manager of the Global Team.
“The success of Zenoti is driven by the success of our customers,” said Sudheer Koneru, Zenoti co-founder and CEO. “We felt it very important to bring in a senior leader who can integrate our product and delivery functions, scale our operations to the next level, and continue to deliver significant business impact to our users globally.”
“With Neal, we have someone with the leadership ability and passion to ensure that all Zenoti customers continue to outpace the industry in revenue and profit growth,” continued Koneru. “I also see him as a partner who will help me drive Zenoti’s continued growth.”
“I’m excited to join Zenoti,” said Singh. “The company is a global leader in the beauty, wellness, and fitness industry. They’ve grown rapidly through innovation and by deeply verticalizing core enterprise solutions extending into payments, fintech, and the supply chain. I look forward to partnering with my fellow Zenotians to deliver on the company mission to be the only software needed by any business in beauty, wellness, or fitness.”
Singh joins Zenoti today and will be based in the company’s corporate headquarters in Bellevue, Washington.
ABOUT ZENOTI
With the industry’s most complete end-to-end growth software platform, Zenoti helps 25,000+ beauty, wellness, and fitness businesses across 50+ countries find their greatness. The choice of top salons, spas, medical spas, and fitness centers, Zenoti helps ambitious brands grow their business, elevate the guest experience, engage their talented staff, and work more efficiently than ever.
Brand owners, managers, and staff use Zenoti to seamlessly run every aspect of their business, both online and in person. Zenoti provides a single solution that includes online appointment booking, POS, CRM, employee management and engagement, inventory management, built-in marketing programs, and more. Zenoti is also the force behind the industry’s premier live event, Innergize, which hosted more than 600 business leaders and innovators in September 2023. For more information about Zenoti, see zenoti.com.
“I speak to many prospective clients every day, and they are all under the impression that CPQ HAS to be hard, HAS to be expensive. Changing their mind isn’t as simple as telling them ‘there’s a better way’!” said Todd Zitin, Director of Business Development.
To double down on SAASTEPS’ mission, we have kicked off a very special promotion for businesses to implement SAASRAM, our revenue management suite, now and begin payments in Q1 of 2024. “We know most businesses are trying to keep their budgets lean for the remainder of the year. This promotion is in support of that and will allow businesses who are ready to start growing their revenue to see our product in action, see it work first-hand before having to make any financial investments,” said Rachel Beck, Chief of Design and co-founder.
The SaaS world is changing, and strategic, nimble businesses are leaning into this less complex and way more affordable paradigm. Make the most of your Q4 today by implementing SAASRAM and start managing your marketing, accounting, finance, sales, IT, and CRM all in one app.
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Commenting on this partnership, Roger Odegard, senior program manager, National Security/Biosecurity Programs at Draper, said, “Draper’s collaboration with BARDA marks an important milestone in the development of the company’s end-to-end MCM evaluation and screening platform.”
Draper’s MCM evaluation platform consists of the PREDICT96 system, which is a high-throughput, microfluidic three-dimensional tissue culture platform, supported by a suite of organ-on-chip tissue models, molecular assays, omics-based technologies, and advanced analytical methods for biomarker discovery and biomarker correlation with animal models.
“PREDICT96 will enable the evaluation and screening of potential MCMs—comprising biological products, such as vaccines and antibody-based treatments, and drugs—that target high-priority CBRN threats and emerging infectious diseases,” said Tim Petrie, head of Strategy and Business Development, Pharmaceutical R&D Technologies at Draper.
Draper previously participated in BARDA’s ImmuneChip+ program for the development of a lung-on-chip that successfully modeled healthy and diseased tissue, and measured immune system activity and response to drugs. Recently, Draper reported development of the first organ-on-chip model of the human lung capable of accurately assessing the efficacy of SARS-CoV-2 therapeutics in a high-throughput system.
The MCM evaluation platform is part of an integrated portfolio of technologies and resources at Draper intended to help government, industry and academia make better use of biomedicine. This project has been supported in whole or in part with federal funds from the Department of Health and Human Services; Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response; Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA), under Other Transaction Agreement number 75A50123C00042. Funding for this award comes from BARDA’s Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) Countermeasures and Project NextGen programs.
Draper
As a nonprofit engineering innovation company, Draper serves the nation’s interests and security needs; advances technologies at the intersection of government, academia, and industry; cultivates the next generation of innovators; and solves the most complex challenges. Multidisciplinary teams drawn from a broad and deep talent pool of 1,300 engineers and scientists collaborate to develop first-of-a-kind solutions. Draper’s unbiased approach enables the company to focus on their customers’ needs and to deliver new capabilities to them. Learn more at draper.com.
This celebration signifies the pride of being an immigrant and receiving recognition for one’s generosity.
ATLANTA, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — MobileRecharge.com, a leading online mobile top-up service, is excited to announce the celebration of World Top-Up Day on November 10th, 2023. This annual event is dedicated to recognizing the importance of staying connected with loved ones around the world and giving back to loyal customers.
A way to give back… MobileRecharge.com is proud to be at the forefront of facilitating international mobile recharges, enabling people to stay in touch with their friends and family, no matter where they are. World Top-Up Day is the company’s way of expressing gratitude to its valued customers and celebrating the power of connectivity. To mark this special day, MobileRecharge.com has planned a series of exciting activities and promotions:
Facebook Contests: The official Facebook page will host fun contests and giveaways throughout the day. Customers and the public can engage with MobileRecharge.com on social media and share their top-up stories for a chance to win big!
Special Promo on November 10th: On World Top-Up Day, MobileRecharge.com will offer a special promotion to all its customers. Exclusive discounts and bonuses will be available on mobile top-ups made on November 10th. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to save on international recharges.
MobileRecarge.com has always been committed to providing a seamless and reliable top-up service, making it easy for customers to connect with their loved ones globally. World Top-Up Day is a way for the company to give back to its loyal customers and show appreciation for their trust and support.
What does World Top-Up Day represent? This celebration signifies the pride of being an immigrant and receiving recognition for one’s generosity. Expatriates express their support for their families, while residents extend their assistance to loved ones and friends. MobileRecharge.com in turn, supports both these groups with a range of offers, giveaways, and zero fees on November 10.
Anyone interested in enjoying savings on their mobile top-ups is cordially invited to participate in the World Top-Up Day festivities on November 10th, through MobileRecharge.com, the app, or Facebook. To maximize the benefits of the day’s promotions, individuals simply need to create a free account, a process that takes less than a minute, and complete their online transactions swiftly.
About MobileRecharge.com: MobileRecharge.com, the originator of World Top-Up Day, operates under the umbrella of KeepCalling, a global telecommunications company established in 2002 in the USA. KeepCalling has earned recognition as one of the fastest-growing companies in the USA for five consecutive years, according to Inc 5000. Currently, KeepCalling serves hundreds of thousands of consumers, with a primary focus on ensuring customer satisfaction.
A company must have at least one office in the United States to be eligible for the Globee® Awards for American Business. Foreign companies with one or more offices in the USA are also eligible. Organizations can either nominate themselves or be selected by their customers, partners, industry analysts, or other stakeholders. Winning this award can bring significant recognition and validation to a company, as well as opportunities for increased visibility, networking, and marketing.
The Globee® Awards recognize excellence in business, marketing, technology, and more. These awards serve as a platform to showcase and celebrate the remarkable accomplishments of American companies, executives, and teams that have demonstrated exceptional performance and contributions to their industries.
The awards program is open to organizations of all sizes, from startups to established enterprises and individuals who have significantly contributed to the American business landscape. Entrants have the opportunity to compete in various categories and gain industry recognition for their accomplishments.
“We are excited to announce the call for entries for the 9th Globee® Awards for American Business,” said San Madan, President at the Globee Awards. “This is an opportunity for American businesses and leaders to showcase their achievements, innovations, and contributions to the business community. We look forward to recognizing and celebrating their successes.”
Key highlights of the 9th Globee® Awards for American Business include:
A diverse range of categories covering business achievements, leadership, marketing, and technology.
ABOUT THE GLOBEE AWARDS
The Globee Awards present recognition in nine programs and competitions, including the Globee® Awards for American Business, Globee® Business Awards, Globee® Awards for Customer Excellence, Globee® Awards for Cybersecurity, Globee® Awards for Disruptors, Golden Bridge Awards®, Globee® Awards for Technology, Globee® Awards for Leadership, and Globee® Awards for Women In Business. To learn more about the Globee Awards, please visit their official website: https://globeeawards.com.
Stay connected with Globee Awards through their weekly Newsletter, YouTube channel, Twitter, and LinkedIn accounts to stay up to date with industry trends and upcoming events.
The planning grant, awarded to 20 museums, will extend for one year and allows participating museums to explore and learn more about character development and contemplate ways to incorporate character development into museum activities. At the end of one year, museums participating in the planning phase will be eligible to submit proposals for grants to implement character building activities in their museum.
“Children’s museums are in a unique position to support the development of character—the curiosity, creativity, persistence, empathy, and other personality traits that make individuals who they are,” said Melissa Higgins, Vice President Programs & Exhibits. “We’re very grateful to Lilly for the chance to further expand our work in this area by conducting research, learning from experts in the field of child development and character, and engaging in meaningful conversations about character with the parents, caregivers, and children we serve.”
Through the grant, Boston Children’s Museum will seek to answer a series of questions with the intention to enhance its character development work and define a clear vision for what a next phase implementation grant would entail.
About Boston Children’s Museum Boston Children’s Museum engages children and families in joyful discovery experiences that instill an appreciation of our world, develop foundational skills, and spark a lifelong love of learning. More information about Boston Children’s Museum can be found at http://www.BostonChildrensMuseum.org Become a fan of the Museum on Facebook and follow us on Twitter
Hours and Admission The Museum is open Wednesday–Sunday from 9:00am-4:00pm. Advance tickets/reservations are highly recommended, especially during weekends, holidays, and school vacation weeks. Adults, $22, children (1-15) and senior citizens, $22; children under 12 months and Museum members are always free.
