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Acquisition of Captira Bail Software Provider Provides New Growth Focus
Captira Analytical was acquired effective January 31, 2017 from the NASDAQ listed Intersections Inc. Captira provides the silent software backbone to bail agents to manage and bring bonds to life – processing over $1.3 billion every 90 days. This provides relief to countless families across the country, saving billions of county dollars as judges move to release pre-trial defendants. Tracking 20%+ EBITDA and with no debt and strong cash reserves, Captira is well positioned for future growth. - February 22, 2017 - Captira Analytical
MilSatCom USA Returns Stateside to Focus on Optimising Future US MilSatCom Capabilities
SMi Group, organizers of leading industry event Global MilSatCom, announces the return of MilSatCom USA on June 28th and 29th 2017 at the Sheraton Pentagon City, Arlington, VA. - February 22, 2017 - SAE Media Group
German Navy and Combined Joint Operations at Sea Centre of Excellence Join Expert Speaker Line-Up at Unmanned Maritime Systems Technology 2017
SMi’s Unmanned Maritime Systems Technology conference will take place in London on the 24th & 25th May 2017. - February 22, 2017 - SAE Media Group
Agenda Released for Close Air Support 2017
SMi Group have released the agenda for their highly anticipated Close Air Support conference, coming to London on the 7th and 8th June 2017. - February 17, 2017 - SAE Media Group
Agenda Released for Czech Air Force’s Fast Jet Pilot Training CEE 2017
Event organizers SMi Group, partnered with the Czech Air Force, have released the agenda for their second annual Fast Jet Pilot Training Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) conference, returning to Prague on the 5th and 6th June 2017. - February 17, 2017 - SAE Media Group
Announced: The Next-Generation Utility-Locating and Planning Tool for Municipalities and Public Utilities
Toms River MUA partners with Meemim to spearhead the Next-Generation Utility-Locating and Planning Tool for Municipalities and Public Utilities. The Toms River Municipal Utilities Authority (TRMUA) has partnered with Meemim Corp., a developer of knowledge-management software and mixed-reality... - February 16, 2017 - Meemim
Alex Wan Again Gains Support of National Victory Fund in Race for Atlanta City Council President
Atlanta City Councilmember Alex Wan, who is seeking the second-highest elected position in Atlanta government, Atlanta City Council President, has been endorsed by Gay & Lesbian Victory Fund. www.AlexWanForAtlanta.com - February 16, 2017 - Alex Wan for Atlanta
Huckworthy and IOMAXIS to Deliver Cutting-edge Mobile and Network Communications Through New Partnership
Huckworthy and IOMAXIS have partnered together to bring innovative secure mobility and network communications solutions to their customers. - February 15, 2017 - Huckworthy LLC
Turkey Announces Plan to Enhance Developments of Combat Vehicles Survivability
SMi Reports: Turkish Ministry of Defence’s Head of Land Platforms SSM to give an update on the nation’s combat vehicles development plans to enhance survivability at Future Armoured Vehicles Central & Eastern Europe conference. - February 15, 2017 - SAE Media Group
Admiral Sir George Zambellas, Former First Sea Lord to Provide Key Note Address at Unmanned Maritime Systems Technology
SMi’s Unmanned Maritime Systems Technology will take place in London on the 24th - 25th May 2017. - February 15, 2017 - SAE Media Group
Deer Jet Medical Partners with GlobalMed to Advance Access to Quality Healthcare in China
Deer Jet Medical Co., Ltd. has signed an exclusive agreement with GlobalMed to distribute GlobalMed's full line of hardware, software and cloud solutions to the Greater China region. - February 13, 2017 - GlobalMed
New Novels About Vietnam War Hold Answers to Refugee, Veterans, Foreign Policy
New books about the Vietnam War, plus documentaries and theatrical productions offer fresh insight into the legal battle over President Donald Trump's refugee ban and current U.S. foreign policy and attitudes. Among the literary offerings are: “The Sympathizer,” “Tribe,” and “Escape from Saigon - a Novel.” There are also documentaries by Rory Kennedy and Ken Burns and two theatrical productions: "Miss Saigon" which returns to Broadway in March and a new play, "Children of the April Rain." - February 11, 2017 - Pirozzolo Company Public Relations
Atlanta City Council President Candidate Alex Wan Off to Strong Fundraising Start
Atlanta City Councilmember Alex Wan, who is seeking the second-highest elected position in Atlanta government – Atlanta City Council President, raised $85,704.59 in his first campaign finance disclosure period of the race. www.AlexWanForAtlanta.com - February 10, 2017 - Alex Wan for Atlanta
Synagro Secures 5 Year Contract Extension to Provide Waterbury, CT and Surrounding Communities with State of the Art Biosolids Management Services
Synagro Technologies, Inc., the largest recycler of biosolids and organic by-products in North America, is pleased to announce it has secured a new five year contract, with the option for 3 extension years, with the City of Waterbury, CT for management of biosolids using thermal reduction... - February 08, 2017 - Synagro Technologies, Inc.
Stuart Gasner, Partner, Keker & Van Nest to Speak at the Knowledge Group’s The DOJ's Cartel Enforcement Actions: What You Need to Know in 2017 Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Stuart Gasner, Partner, Keker & Van Nest will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “The DOJ's Cartel Enforcement Actions: What... - February 05, 2017 - The Knowledge Group
UK Royal Air Force Added to the Military Space Situational Awareness Presentation Line-Up
In the run-up to the event, SMi Group adds a new expert presenter to Military Space Situational Awareness 2017: Air Commodore Alan Gillespie, Battlespace Management Force Commander of the UK Royal Air Force. - February 03, 2017 - SAE Media Group
Derwin Ray Beasley Honored as a VIP Member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who
Derwin Ray Beasley, of Cleveland, Texas, has recently been honored as a 5 year VIP member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in Governmental Labor Law. - February 01, 2017 - Strathmore Who's Who
Registration Closing Soon for Border Security 2017: Hear from Aeroports de Paris, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Italian Navy & EUROPOL
In two weeks’ time, SMi will once again return to Rome to open its doors for the 10th annual Border Security conference. - February 01, 2017 - SAE Media Group
Inaugural Class of GW Congressional Nuclear Security Fellows Selected
Fellows will spend one year working on nuclear security issues in the House of Representatives. - January 31, 2017 - Elliott School of International Affairs
Capita Conferences' Child Protection Event is Announced for the 19th April in Edinburgh
With the Child Protection Improvement Programme reviewing policy, practice, services and structures, this event is timed to provide the latest best practice and effective child protection provision. Following the review of the Named Person Scheme pilots as part of GIRFEC approach to improving... - January 31, 2017 - Capita Conferences
Wan Launches Bid to be City Council President
Atlanta City Councilman Alex Wan touts deep roots in the community, long-time civic leadership, business acumen and solid record during seven years at city hall. www.AlexWanForAtlanta.com - January 30, 2017 - Alex Wan for Atlanta
ATL Host Cyber Security Training
Advanced Technology Leaders, Inc. (ATL) hosted Cyber Range Training conducted by Metova CyberCENTS at their IT/Cyber Training facility located in the Enterprise Mill in downtown Augusta, GA last week. Students were provided lecture and hands-on instruction. Training topics included: · Cyber... - January 30, 2017 - Advanced Technology Leaders, Inc.
Robotic Transportation Infrastructure Save Billions
IPC Infrastructure Preservation Corporation has developed a line of robotic infrastructure inspection services that give better and more accurate visibility as to deterioration so that the DOT’s can make the right choices with appropriating their limited funds for their massive infrastructure issues. - January 29, 2017 - Infrastructure Preservation Co.
Niteworks Join the British Army to Deliver Training and Simulation Requirements Update
Brigadier General (ret) Haldenby will be speaking at Land Forces Simulation & Training conference taking place on 13-14 February 2017 in London. - January 28, 2017 - SAE Media Group
Zenius Corporation’s Whitepaper Advocates New Approach for Cost-Effective Federal Program Management Oversight
Proposed archetype from innovative small business supports best practices and new legislation requiring program management accountability across the federal government - January 28, 2017 - Zenius Corporation
Jail Achieves National Accreditation
On January 27, 2017, Wayne County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) became the first jail in Indiana to undergo and successfully meet Accreditation requirements through the National Institute for Jail Operations (NIJO). The NIJO accreditation process requires agencies pursing accreditation to provide... - January 27, 2017 - National Institute for Jail Operations
Agenda Released for SMi’s Unmanned Maritime Systems Technology Conference
The agenda has been released and registration is now open for SMi’s Unmanned Maritime Systems Technology which will take place on 24th - 25th May 2017. - January 27, 2017 - SAE Media Group
Arkansas Public Fleet Professionals Association Announces Board Changes and Its 2017 Annual Conference
The Arkansas Public Fleet Professionals Association (“APFPA”), an industry group for all of AR and surrounding States’ public sector fleet personnel and related industry service providers, announced a change in its Board of Directors for 2017 as well as the timing of its 2017 conference. - January 24, 2017 - APFMA
Lance LoRusso, Author of When Cops Kill, Peacemaking and Blue News to Speak at the Georgia Sheriff’s Association’s Winter Training Conference on January 24th
LoRusso’s Presentation is Blue News: Managing The Media - January 20, 2017 - Lance LoRusso Books
King Abdullah II Special Operations Training Centre, Jordan, Confirmed to Speak at Land Forces Simulation and Training 2017
Land Forces Simulation and Training conference will bring the best of the simulation and training community together just four weeks from now. - January 20, 2017 - SAE Media Group
Registration Opens for 8th Annual Air Mission Planning and Support Conference 2017
SMi Group Reports: Registration is now live for Annual Air Mission Planning and Support Conference 2017. - January 13, 2017 - SAE Media Group
INVISTA and SEA Confirmed Speakers for Future Soldier Technology 2017
SMi Group Reports: INVISTA and SEA join Future Soldier Technology Conference 2017 - January 13, 2017 - SAE Media Group
USA, UK, Italy, France and Austria Reveal Updates on Border Security Projects
Next month, SMi will return to Rome, Italy for the 10th annual Border Security conference on the 15th and 16th February 2017. - January 13, 2017 - SAE Media Group
Effectiveness of Prescription Bottle Lock Mechanisms When Dispensing Opioids to be Studied by Department of Defense
The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) For Fiscal Year 2017 takes steps to bolster the defense of the homeland, including an amendment requiring the U.S. Department of Defense to study the feasibility and cost effectiveness of using upgraded prescription bottle lock mechanisms when... - January 11, 2017 - Gatekeeper Innovation
Hear Updates on How to Maximise Maritime Situational Awareness Capabilities
With less than 4 weeks to go, SMi’s 2nd annual Maritime Reconnaissance and Surveillance Technology conference will return to Rome on the 29th & 30th January 2017. - January 07, 2017 - SAE Media Group
EMAS Litigation Settlement
ESCO and Runway Safe announced today that they reached an agreement to end the lawsuit between them. The terms were not announced and will remain confidential. Trial in the action had been scheduled to begin on November 7, 2016, in federal court in Austin, Texas, but was adjourned in light of the... - December 21, 2016 - Zodiac Arresting Systems
Tracking Web Pages with Intelligent Spiders — The Hub Page Monitoring
The Hub releases Page Monitoring technology that offers the ability to turn any website’s data into a structured API. - December 21, 2016 - The Hub
Luxury Camping Portal Glamping Hub Offers to Take Oprah and Michelle Obama Glamping
Glamping Hub would like to invite Oprah and the First Lady to go glamping at any one of the 5,000 featured accommodations on the luxury camping portal, following Oprah's Hour-Long Special, "First Lady Michelle Obama Says Farewell to the White House: An Oprah Winfrey Special." - December 20, 2016 - Glamping Hub
Enhancing Tactical Data Link Capabilities for Greater Communication Resiliency
The 2017 Joint Tactical Networks Summit, occurring on January 17th & 18th, 2017, will be held at the Parma Payne Goodall Alumni Center, San Diego State University. - December 17, 2016 - Defense Strategies Institute
New Politically Themed Giftbox Brings Easy Last-Minute Gift to Politically Activated People
The Pantsuit Gift Box: Don’t Feel Hopeless, Feel the Power; For the millions of women who joined the Pantsuit movement during the presidential campaign, Pantsuit Creations offers a pick-me-up gift that packages empowerment with a side of humor. Note to men: It’s an easy-to-purchase-online gift that broadcasts father, boyfriend and brother solidarity. They've created a way for formerly Trump-supporting brothers and boyfriends to extend an olive branch. Pre-order for January pantsuitcreations.com - December 16, 2016 - PantsuitCreations
The Hub Adds Irregular Personnel Activity Classification Using Deep Learning
The Hub artificial intelligence monitoring platform has developed a deep learning model that tracks employee behaviour and protects organisations by detecting errant patterns including staff activity, social engineering and resident software. It enables organisations to automate personnel monitoring and be alerted to anomalous activity. - December 16, 2016 - The Hub
Inhaler Group UK Explore the Impact of Inhaled Therapies Next March in London
SMi’s 13th annual Asthma & COPD conference returns to London on the 29th and 30th March 2017. - December 15, 2016 - SAE Media Group
Aéroports De Paris Discuss Border Security Measures at 10th Annual Border Security Conference
SMi’s will return to Rome, Italy for the 10th annual Border Security conference on the 15th and 16th February 2017 - December 14, 2016 - SAE Media Group
Consumer Centre Helps Families Through "Share Christmas" with Donation to Centre55
Consumer Centre is the global leader in providing business expansion through both private lending and Government funding programs. Centre55 is an agency of the City of Toronto and a registered Charity. Consumer Centre's employees raised $1,200 for Centre55's "Share Christmas." "We... - December 13, 2016 - Consumer Centre
TravelCompute Wins APICTA 2016 Award for Its Travel Technology Platform & Big Data Solution for NTOs
TravelCompute (TravelCompute.com) was coined the winner of Hospitality and Tourism Category at the Asia Pacific ICT Alliance Awards (APICTA) 2016 ceremony held on Dec. 05 in Taipei, Taiwan. - December 10, 2016 - Octraves Technology
National Maritime Surveillance Programme Updates from Italy, UK, Belgium, France, Portugal, Israel, US, Canada, NATO, etc.
SMi Group will return to Rome, Italy on the 29th-30th January 2017 for the 2nd annual Maritime Reconnaissance and Surveillance Technology conference. - December 08, 2016 - SAE Media Group
Canless Air System to Continue Manufacturing in the USA, Credits Trump While Announcing Decision
Canless Air System joins growing list of US based companies who are no longer looking to move manufacturing outside of the country. - December 06, 2016 - Canless Air System
Abolition Day 2016: U.S.'s Vegan, Abolitionist Political Party Publishes Final Draft of Abolition Amendment; Will Grant Legal Personhood, Rights to Other Animals
The Humane Party has published the final, full draft of the Abolition Amendment, a proposed amendment to the United States Constitution. Upon ratification, the Abolition Amendment will abolish the property status of all animals under U.S. jurisdiction, thereby bringing an immediate end to the meat, dairy, egg, poultry, fish, leather, fur, vivisection, rodeo, and other violence-based industries. - December 06, 2016 - The Humane Party
Profound Technologies Licenses New Laser Strike Recording App for the Aviation Community
Laser strikes are becoming an increasing danger to the aviation community. New mobile app to reduce the risk. - December 05, 2016 - Profound Technologies, Inc
U.S. Rep. Mulvaney Pays Visit to SAFE Federal Credit Union
Promising changes regarding federal financial industry regulation, U.S. Rep. Mick Mulvaney visited SAFE Federal Credit Union this week for input on how the regulatory landscape can be improved. - December 02, 2016 - SAFE Federal Credit Union