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RECIPIENTS OF 17th TELEVISION ACADEMY HONORS ANNOUNCED
LOS ANGELES, California, April 25 -- The Television Academy issued the following news release:
The Television Academy announced today the recipients of its 17th Television Academy Honors, recognizing seven compelling television programs and their producers who have leveraged the extraordinary power of storytelling to propel social change.
The honorees include four non-scripted series and three scripted series, representing some of the most consequential and inspiring television of 2023. They are 1000% Me: Growing Up Mixed, The 1619 Project, A Small Light, BEEF, Deadlocked: How America Shaped
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LOS ANGELES, California, April 25 -- The Television Academy issued the following news release:
The Television Academy announced today the recipients of its 17th Television Academy Honors, recognizing seven compelling television programs and their producers who have leveraged the extraordinary power of storytelling to propel social change.
The honorees include four non-scripted series and three scripted series, representing some of the most consequential and inspiring television of 2023. They are 1000% Me: Growing Up Mixed, The 1619 Project, A Small Light, BEEF, Deadlocked: How America Shapedthe Supreme Court, Heartstopper and Lakota Nation vs. United States.
Each year, Television Academy Honors celebrates programs across numerous platforms and genres that raise awareness about complex issues facing society. This year's honorees include remarkable programs - original dramas, documentaries and dramatized historical events - that address social injustice; civil rights; LGBTQIA+ rights and experiences; Indigenous history and reparations; the experience of mixed-race Americans; racism and racial justice; and mental health.
"This year's honorees have leveraged the medium's power to drive meaningful conversation and create social impact," said Television Academy Chair Cris Abrego. "We honor their commitment to authentic, evocative storytelling that tackles important social issues that affect the global audience."
Scott Freeman, Governor of the Reality Programming Peer Group, chaired this year's Television Academy Honors selection committee with Bobbi Banks, Governor of the Sound Editors Peer Group, serving as vice chair.
"The Academy Honors Selection Committee was pleased to receive many extraordinary submissions for this award. While all should be commended and it was a challenging responsibility to determine the final honorees, this year's deserving recipients have delivered powerful and thought-provoking stories that resonate with viewers around the world," said Freeman. "This honor recognizes the passion and commitment from all those in front of and behind the camera to power social and cultural transformation," added Banks.
The Honors recipients will be celebrated during a recognition ceremony slated for Thursday, May 23 at Citizen News in Hollywood, CA.
Recipients of the 17th Television Academy Honors are:
1000% Me: Growing Up Mixed (Get Lifted Film Company; HBO Documentary Films) From four-time Emmy-winner W. Kamau Bell, this documentary explores what it means to grow up mixed-race in America through conversations with multiracial children and their families in the San Francisco Bay Area, including his own. Bell tackles the joys and challenges of being multiracial in a country still deeply divided by race. (HBO|Max)
The 1619 Project (Harpo; Lionsgate Television; One Story Up Productions; The New York Times; Onyx Collective)
This Emmy-winning nonfiction series is a dramatic expansion of the "The 1619 Project" created by Pulitzer Prize-winner Nikole Hannah-Jones and the New York Times Magazine. The series seeks to reframe America's history by placing the consequences of slavery and the contributions of Black Americans at the very center of the national narrative, tackling issues surrounding racial justice, economic justice, reproductive justice, racism, democracy, criminal justice and reparations. (Hulu)
A Small Light (ABC Signature; Keshet Studios; National Geographic)
Starring Bel Powley and Liev Schreiber, this Emmy-nominated limited series follows the remarkable tale of Miep Gies, a Dutch woman who risked her life to shelter Anne Frank and her family from the Nazis for nearly two years during World War II. With Miep's story more relevant than ever, this series presents a true account of an ordinary secretary who showed extraordinary courage during one of the darkest moments in history. (National Geographic)
BEEF (A24; Universal Remote; Netflix)
Created by Lee Sung Jin, this eight-time Emmy-winning series is an honest portrayal of loneliness and depression in the modern world. In BEEF, a road rage incident between two strangers - played by Emmy-winning actors Steven Yeun and Ali Wong - sparks a feud that brings out their darkest impulses. (Netflix)
Deadlocked: How America Shaped the Supreme Court (Showtime Documentary Films; Showtimes Networks; Trilogy Films)
This documentary series examines the vital role the Supreme Court plays in the ongoing fight for civil liberties in the context of America's shifting political landscape. From Chief Justice Earl Warren in the mid-20th century through the latest sessions under Chief Justice John Roberts, each of the four episodes features an in-depth look at pivotal cases that altered the state of the union. The series explores issues within the justice system, civil rights, women's rights, and LGBTQ+ rights. (Showtime)
Heartstopper (See-Saw Films; Netflix)
Based on the global best-selling graphic novels from author and creator Alice Oseman, Heartstopper stars Kit Connor and Joe Locke and explores the relationship between teens Charlie and Nick who discover their unlikely friendship might be something more as they navigate school and young love. The critically acclaimed, coming-of-age series celebrates the spectrum of LGBTQIA+ teen hood by centering its story and characters on queer love. (Netflix)
Lakota Nation vs. United States (Unceded Films, LLC; IFC Films)
This documentary chronicles the Lakota Indians' fight to protect their sacred land. This visually stunning program about indigenous Americans is a provocative testament to a land and a people who have survived removal, exploitation and genocide - and whose best days are yet to come. (AMC+)
The Television Academy Honors is sponsored by Drybar, Franciacorta, Johnnie Walker Blue Label, People, The Ritz-Carlton and United Airlines.
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About the Television Academy
The Television Academy strives to shape and advance the dynamic television landscape; cultivate a diverse, inclusive and accessible professional community; and advocate for the television industry while capturing the spirit of a new generation of content creators and industry professionals. Through innovative programs, publications and events, the Academy and its Foundation foster and empower storytellers. The Academy also celebrates those who excel in the industry recognizing their achievements through awards and accolades, including the renowned Emmy(R) Award. Membership in the Academy is open to working professionals in the television industry. For more information, please visit TelevisionAcademy.com.
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Original text here: https://www.emmys.com/sites/default/files/press/honors-announce-240424-v2.pdf
[Category: Entertainment Industry]
NAFA Names the 2024 100 Best Fleets in the Americas at Its Annual Institute & Expo
EDISON, New Jersey, April 25 -- The NAFA Fleet Management Association issued the following news release on April 24, 2024:
NAFA Fleet Management Association (NAFA), the vehicle fleet industry's largest membership association, today announced the 100 Best Fleets in the Americas for 2024. NAFA's 100 Best Fleets in the Americas program recognizes peak-performing public and commercial fleet operations, as well as the Fleet Professional and Fleet Technician of the Year. The winners were announced this morning during NAFA's annual Institute & Expo (I&E) in San Antonio.
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EDISON, New Jersey, April 25 -- The NAFA Fleet Management Association issued the following news release on April 24, 2024:
NAFA Fleet Management Association (NAFA), the vehicle fleet industry's largest membership association, today announced the 100 Best Fleets in the Americas for 2024. NAFA's 100 Best Fleets in the Americas program recognizes peak-performing public and commercial fleet operations, as well as the Fleet Professional and Fleet Technician of the Year. The winners were announced this morning during NAFA's annual Institute & Expo (I&E) in San Antonio.
This contest aims to cultivateindustry pride, enhance visibility within the fleet community, improve productivity and operational efficiency, and inspire individuals to pursue careers in fleet operations. Originally conceived by the late fleet industry advocate Tom Johnson, this contest is now in its 25th year running.
"The 100 Best Fleets contest plays such an integral role in the NAFA community," says Mike Camnetar, CAFM, NAFA Board President. "These awards showcase the outstanding achievements and leadership within our industry. We commend these fleets and individuals for their dedication to excellence and innovation, and we look forward to seeing what they accomplish in 2024."
The 2024 winners for each of the following categories:
* Best Public Fleet: Dakota County Fleet Management, MN
* Best Commercial Fleet: Essential Utilities
* Fleet Professional of the Year Award: Kenny Stimson, Carvana
* Fleet Technician of the Year Award: Curtis Mullins, City of Round Rock, TX
The full list of the 2024 100 Best Fleets in the Americas can be found here https://www.nafa.org/100-best-fleets-2024/. The 100 Best Fleets Program Sponsors include Agile Fleet Management Solutions, AssetWorks, Fleet Worthy Solutions/Bestpass, Fuel Force, Geotab, Pure Forge Brakes, the NC Clean Energy Technology Center, RTA, Samsara and Toyota Fleet.
NAFA is excited to host a 100 Best Webinar Series and Regional Roundtable events throughout 2024. Webinar attendees will have the opportunity to learn from the 100 Best fleet winners and leaders, discover the top five success trends for 2024 and understand what actions these top fleets have taken to become a 100 Best fleet. Attendees will walk away with initiatives and action steps they can immediately implement within their fleet. To register for this webinar series, visit: https://www.nafa.org/events/100-best-fleets-webinars/
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About NAFA Fleet Management Association
NAFA Fleet Management Association is the membership organization for professionals who manage the mobility requirements of vehicle fleets that include commercial, public safety, trucks, and buses of all types and sizes, and a wide range of military and off-road equipment for corporations, governments, universities, utility fleets, and law enforcement in North America and across the globe. NAFA's members are responsible for the specification, acquisition, maintenance, repair, fueling, risk management, and remarketing of more than 4.8 million vehicles that drive an estimated 84 billion miles each year. NAFA's members control assets and services well above $122 billion each year.
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Original text here: https://www.nafa.org/publication/nafa-names-the-2024-100-best-fleets-in-the-americas-at-its-annual-institute-expo/
[Category: Transportation]
California Nurses Association, Labor Groups, and Activists Celebrate California Assembly Health Committee Advancing CalCare Bill From Committee
OAKLAND, California, April 25 -- The California Nurses Association issued the following news release:
With the advancement of AB 2200 through the California Assembly Health Committee, the California Nurses Association (CNA) is celebrating a victory for the single-payer health care movement. The Committee voted April 23 to move AB 2200 - the CA Guaranteed Health Care for All Act, commonly known as CalCare - forward, sending the bill next to the Assembly Appropriations Committee.
Yesterday, CNA rallied alongside other labor unions, advocacy groups, activists, elected officials and residents, who
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OAKLAND, California, April 25 -- The California Nurses Association issued the following news release:
With the advancement of AB 2200 through the California Assembly Health Committee, the California Nurses Association (CNA) is celebrating a victory for the single-payer health care movement. The Committee voted April 23 to move AB 2200 - the CA Guaranteed Health Care for All Act, commonly known as CalCare - forward, sending the bill next to the Assembly Appropriations Committee.
Yesterday, CNA rallied alongside other labor unions, advocacy groups, activists, elected officials and residents, whoall gathered in support of CalCare. At the rally, which took place in Cesar Chavez Park, leaders from allied organizations and unions spoke to the importance of this legislation, which would greatly reduce inequities in health care, improve quality of care, and eliminate high medical costs - while also saving taxpayers money.
"This vote by the Assembly Health Committee underscores the momentum of the CalCare movement. Californians recognize that our current health care system does not work, and we deserve better," said Michelle Gutierrez Vo, RN, president of the California Nurses Association. "As nurses, we've seen far too many patients either forced to shoulder the insurmountable cost of health care or struggling to get quality health care simply because of where they live or work. CalCare would not only transform our current system into one that works for everyone, it would also save our state government and taxpayers money, and we're thrilled that the Assembly Health Committee recognizes that this bill is a win-win for everyone."
"Passage by the Assembly Health Committee is a significant accomplishment and a testament to the movement for single-payer healthcare. I greatly appreciate our bill sponsor, CNA, our broad support coalition, our co-authors, and Health Committee Chair Bonta along with Committee members voting in support. With continued collaboration, California has the opportunity to be a model for the nation on what a progressive alternative to our fragmented, profit-driven status quo can be," said Assemblymember Kalra. "While there is still a long road ahead to healthcare reform, this major step brings us closer to affirming the fundamental right to healthcare - a right that should not ever be contingent on your job, your wealth, where you live, or where you were born."
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California Nurses Association/National Nurses United is the largest and fastest-growing union and professional association of registered nurses in the nation with 100,000 members in more than 200 facilities throughout California and nearly 225,000 RNs nationwide.
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Original text here: https://www.nationalnursesunited.org/press/california-nurses-labor-groups-and-activists-celebrate-calcare-advancement
Argentum Statement on U.S. Department of Labor's Expansive New Overtime Rules
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Argentum, an association that operates senior living communities, issued the following statement on April 24, 2024:
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The Department of Labor (DOL) today released final rules that dramatically expand overtime eligibility for millions of salaried workers by increasing the salary thresholds required to exempt a salaried executive, administrative or professional employee from federal overtime pay requirements. Maggie Elehwany, Argentum Senior Vice President of Public Affairs, issued the following statement:
"Argentum is deeply disappointed that the Department of Labor
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WASHINGTON, April 25 -- Argentum, an association that operates senior living communities, issued the following statement on April 24, 2024:
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The Department of Labor (DOL) today released final rules that dramatically expand overtime eligibility for millions of salaried workers by increasing the salary thresholds required to exempt a salaried executive, administrative or professional employee from federal overtime pay requirements. Maggie Elehwany, Argentum Senior Vice President of Public Affairs, issued the following statement:
"Argentum is deeply disappointed that the Department of Laboradopted a flawed rule that will exacerbate the already dire workforce challenges faced by senior living providers who are still financially struggling as a result of the COVID pandemic. Rather than taking a reasonable approach that factors in current economic conditions and workforce considerations, this new rule will arbitrarily raise the overtime eligibility salary threshold by over 40% beginning January 1 and raise the overtime threshold for highly compensated workers on a regular cycle. These changes seemingly ignore economic considerations and could ultimately and unnecessarily strain an already struggling workforce that are providing excellent care for our nation's seniors."
Effective July 1, 2024, the salary threshold will increase to the equivalent of an annual salary of $43,888 and increase to $58,656 on Jan. 1, 2025. The July 1 increase updates the present annual salary threshold of $35,568 in the 2019 overtime rule update. On Jan. 1, 2025, the rule's new methodology takes effect, resulting in the additional increase. In addition, the rule will adjust the threshold for highly compensated employees. Starting July 1, 2027, salary thresholds will update every three years, by applying "so-called" up-to-date wage data to determine new salary levels.
In comments to the DOL that Argentum submitted jointly with the American Seniors Housing Association last fall upon the initial filing of the proposed rule, both organizations called for the withdrawal of the proposed rule, replaced by rules that would set the salary level no higher than the 20% threshold in the lowest income states, urged the removal of bonus caps to meet exempt status and include safe harbors of unintentional errors, and called for maintaining the current salary threshold for "highly compensated" employees.
Further, we jointly requested the Department work with stakeholders to develop solutions for overtime pay that more closely reflected economic conditions, while also ensuring that senior living providers could continue to provide high-quality care to their residents. We are disappointed that DOL did not accept these recommendations.
Argentum will continue to review the full effects of the new rule with counsel and subsequently provide appropriate guidance.
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About Argentum
Argentum is the leading national association exclusively dedicated to supporting companies operating professionally managed, resident-centered senior living communities and the older adults and families they serve. Since 1990, Argentum has advocated for choice, independence, dignity, and quality of life for all older adults.
Argentum member companies operate senior living communities offering assisted living, independent living, continuing care, and memory care services. Along with its state partners, Argentum's membership represents approximately 75 percent of the senior living industry--an industry with a national economic impact of nearly a quarter of a trillion dollars and responsible for providing over 1.6 million jobs.
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Original text here: https://www.argentum.org/argentum-statement-on-u-s-department-of-labors-expansive-new-overtime-rules/
[Category: Sociological]
ALTA Honors South Dakota Member With National Title Professional Recognition
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- The American Land Title Association issued the following news release:
Dan Roe NTP has earned his National Title Professional (NTP) designation from the American Land Title Association (ALTA), the national trade association of the land title insurance industry. Formally acknowledged with his NTP designation on April 1, Roe is one of 111 leaders across the United States who have devoted their careers to the land title industry and earned their designation.
The designation recognizes land title professionals who demonstrate the knowledge, experience and dedication essential
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WASHINGTON, April 25 -- The American Land Title Association issued the following news release:
Dan Roe NTP has earned his National Title Professional (NTP) designation from the American Land Title Association (ALTA), the national trade association of the land title insurance industry. Formally acknowledged with his NTP designation on April 1, Roe is one of 111 leaders across the United States who have devoted their careers to the land title industry and earned their designation.
The designation recognizes land title professionals who demonstrate the knowledge, experience and dedication essentialto the safe and efficient transfer of real property.*
"'National Title Professional' is a recognition bestowed upon only the most knowledgeable and committed title insurance professionals," said ALTA President Don Kennedy. "ALTA members earning their designation must undergo a vigorous audit and demonstrate extensive experience in and dedication to the title insurance industry. Dan has been a title professional for 28 years; his leadership, knowledge and experience made him an ideal candidate for the NTP designation. I hope other title insurance professionals follow his lead and aim for this achievement."
As a member of the title insurance community since 1996, Roe is president of the South Dakota Abstracter's Board of Examiners; he also previously served on the South Dakota Land Title Association Board of Directors from 2003-2006. Roe is president of Black Hills Title Inc. in South Dakota and Wyoming.
A full directory of National Title Professionals is available here (https://www.alta.org/career-and-learning/national-title-professional/ntp-directory).
The designation has several elements, including industry and compliance prerequisites and training requirements. To apply for the NTP designation and for more information, please visit ALTA.org.
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* Designation under the National Title Professional Program solely demonstrates that a land title professional has met the particular standards and criteria of the National Title Professional Program. Neither the American Land Title Association, nor the designation itself, guarantees or warrants anything beyond a designee's ability to meet such standards or criteria. The American Land Title Association makes no representations, warranties, or guarantees as to, and assumes no responsibility for, the proper performance of land title services, including but not limited to the transfer of real property, or related services provided by designees.
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About ALTA
The American Land Title Association, founded in 1907, is the national trade association representing more than 6,000 title insurance companies, title and settlement agents, independent abstracters, title searchers, and real estate attorneys. With offices throughout the United States, ALTA members conduct title searches, examinations, closings, and issue title insurance that protects real property owners and mortgage lenders against losses from defects in titles.
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Original text here: https://www.alta.org/news-and-publications/press-release/ALTA-Honors-South-Dakota-Member-with-National-Title-Professional-Recognition
[Category: Real Estate]
ACAP Statement on Final Medicaid Managed Care and Access Regulations
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- The Association for Community Affiliated Plans issued the following statement on April 24, 2024:
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Margaret A. Murray, CEO of the Association for Community Affiliated Plans (ACAP), issued the following statement regarding two final regulations issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) surrounding Medicaid managed care and access to Medicaid services:
"ACAP supports efforts to improve Medicaid's transparency, responsiveness, and accountability as a publicly-supported coverage program, as well as initiatives that improve quality, expand access, and
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WASHINGTON, April 25 -- The Association for Community Affiliated Plans issued the following statement on April 24, 2024:
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Margaret A. Murray, CEO of the Association for Community Affiliated Plans (ACAP), issued the following statement regarding two final regulations issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) surrounding Medicaid managed care and access to Medicaid services:
"ACAP supports efforts to improve Medicaid's transparency, responsiveness, and accountability as a publicly-supported coverage program, as well as initiatives that improve quality, expand access, andaddress health equity.
"To that end, we applaud the vision CMS lays out in these regulations and stand ready to work with the Administration and state Medicaid agencies toward their implementation.
"However, we urge CMS to continue working closely with stakeholders, including Medicaid health plans, to address the many practical challenges states and plans will face in complying with these regulations.
"We believe that some of the requirements finalized this week are beyond the control of health plans. For example, we're concerned that CMS has finalized wait time standards as initially proposed; under current conditions, plans operating in areas with provider shortages will struggle to comply.
"We particularly support efforts to provide adequate, transparent payments for providers of home- and community-based services; while we support the goal, we believe that responsibility for the demonstration of payment adequacy resides with the states, not plans - we're glad to see that CMS agreed in the final access regulation.
"We will watch carefully how implementation of these regulations unfolds in the coming months and years as Medicaid plans strive to comply, and stand ready to continue our dialogue with CMS to drive toward a Medicaid system that works better for patients - and for all stakeholders."
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About ACAP:
ACAP represents 79 health plans, which collectively provide health coverage to more than 25 million people. Safety Net Health Plans serve their members through Medicaid, Medicare, the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP), the Marketplace and other publicly sponsored health programs.
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Original text here: https://www.communityplans.net/2024/04/24/17245/
[Category: Health Care]
ABS Wavesight Appoints Software Innovator and Technology Leader to Serve as COO
HOUSTON, Texas, April 25 -- The American Bureau of Shipping issued the following news release:
Most recently serving as the COO of Khoros, a Vista private equity portfolio company, Satterwhite has extensive and diverse global experience helping develop and transform software and digital solutions.
"We welcome Staci to ABS Wavesight. Her depth and range of experience as a software innovator and technology leader will be key qualities to further solidify and shape our customer-facing approach to software and technology development. As the marine and offshore industries continue to be shaped by
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HOUSTON, Texas, April 25 -- The American Bureau of Shipping issued the following news release:
Most recently serving as the COO of Khoros, a Vista private equity portfolio company, Satterwhite has extensive and diverse global experience helping develop and transform software and digital solutions.
"We welcome Staci to ABS Wavesight. Her depth and range of experience as a software innovator and technology leader will be key qualities to further solidify and shape our customer-facing approach to software and technology development. As the marine and offshore industries continue to be shaped bydemands to decarbonize, Staci's arrival is part of our response as we continue investing in digital solutions to help improve safety and drive operational and environmental excellence," said Paul Sells, President and CEO of ABS Wavesight.
As COO, Satterwhite is responsible for leading product development and further enhancing customer interactions and experiences. ABS Wavesight's approach to product development has been underpinned by a strong commitment to safety, sustainability and an innovative focus on helping industry solve operational and environmental challenges.
"The maritime industry has entered a transformative period of digitalization which is creating opportunities and new demands for more efficient ways of operating. I'm excited to join ABS Wavesight and look forward to leading our team of dedicated professionals who are committed to delivering industry-leading digital solutions," said Satterwhite.
Satterwhite graduated from the University of North Dakota with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, and she has extensive experience and knowledge in SaaS and digital transformation, having served as a core member on various executive teams.
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About ABS Wavesight
ABS Wavesight is the ABS Affiliate maritime software as a service (SaaS) company dedicated to helping shipowners and operators streamline compliance while maintaining competitive, more efficient, and sustainable operations. Our mission is to develop world-class software products that improve vessel performance for the health of our seas, environment and self. Backed by ABS's 162-year legacy of maritime innovation and experience, our products are collectively installed on more than 5,000 vessels across the global fleet.
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Original text here: https://news.cision.com/american-bureau-of-shipping/r/abs-wavesight--appoints-software-innovator-and-technology-leader-to-serve-as-coo,c3966350
[Category: Transportation]
