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Women in Science Speak: Fresh Perspectives, Powerful Stories

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Celebrate Women in Science and Technology at Hood College on February 7th

FREDERICK, Md., Jan. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Three accomplished women in science and technology will share their personal and professional journeys during the fourth annual Women in STEM Speak event, Friday, Feb. 7 at Hood College.

“Support and advocacy for women in STEM, particularly as leaders, is critical to making discoveries ultimately benefiting human health and society in general,” said Ethan Dmitrovsky, M.D., president of Leidos Biomedical Research and FNL director.

In recognition of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, Women in STEM Speak celebrates the achievements and contributions of women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math fields. The event is a collaboration between Hood, Woman to Woman Mentoring, Inc., and Leidos Biomedical Research, Inc., operator of the Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research (FNL).

This year’s event introduces a TED Talk-inspired format. Presenters include Sylvia Sanni-Thomas, quality control manager for the Vaccine Clinical Materials Program at FNL, Leah King, a laboratory supervisor of the Forensic Chemistry Unit at Montgomery County Police Crime Laboratory, and Rebekah Collogan, engineering vice president at Phoenix Mecano. Beth Baseler, a mentor with Woman to Woman Mentoring who retired two years ago from her clinical trials management director role at FNL, will serve as moderator.

Each presentation will be followed by a Q&A session, offering attendees an opportunity to engage directly with the speakers. The event will conclude with a discussion featuring all three participants, providing a platform for deeper dialogue and collective insights.

“Support and advocacy for women in STEM, particularly as leaders, is critical to making discoveries ultimately benefiting human health and society in general,” said Ethan Dmitrovsky, M.D., president of Leidos Biomedical Research and FNL director. “We are grateful for opportunities such as this to highlight their accomplishments and inspire others.”

The event will be held at the Hodson Auditorium in Rosenstock Hall, with doors opening at 9 a.m. Talks will run from 9:30 to 11 a.m., followed by an in-person networking opportunity from 11 to 11:30 a.m. A virtual option will be available for those unable to attend in person.

To learn more and to register for Women in Science Speak, please visit the event website.

About Frederick National Laboratory:
Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research is a government-owned, contractor-operated research and development center that provides a rapid response to emerging national and global health concerns and conducts basic research on cancer, HIV/AIDS and other infectious diseases on behalf of the federal government. Located in Frederick, Maryland, FNL is sponsored by the National Cancer Institute and is the only Federally Funded Research and Development Center devoted exclusively to biomedical research.

About Woman to Woman Mentoring, Inc.:
Woman to Woman Mentoring, Inc. provides women with guidance, support, and community connections through mentoring relationships. As a 501c3 non-profit created by a group of community leaders to serve the women of Frederick County, Woman to Woman Mentoring combines the power of one-on-one mentoring, community-building workshops, and opportunities to connect to help women identify and work toward their goals in education, career and life.

About Hood College
Hood College is an independent, liberal arts college, offering 30 bachelor’s degrees, four pre-professional programs, 20 master’s degree programs, three doctorates and 13 post-baccalaureate certificates. Located in historic Frederick, near Washington, D.C., Baltimore and the I-270 technology corridor, Hood gives students access to countless internships and research opportunities.

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Mason Cavalier, Hood College, 301-696-3802, cavalier@hood.edu, www.hood.edu

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LEAP Group Relaunches HumanView, a Growth Intelligence System Built to Explain Why Customers Behave the Way They Do

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Reimagined from the ground up, HumanView pairs statistical modeling with expert analysts to turn millions of real-world customer signals into business decisions

LOUISVILLE, Ky., Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — LEAP Group today announced the relaunch of HumanView, its growth intelligence service. The new version has been rebuilt from the ground up and now has a dedicated home at leapgroupnetwork.com/humanview.

HumanView analyzes what customers say and do across social platforms, e-commerce sites, review platforms, search behavior and user-generated content, including signals from Reddit, TikTok, YouTube, Meta, Amazon and Walmart+ that general AI tools cannot always access. Because the data reflects unprompted, real-world behavior, it avoids the response bias built into surveys and focus groups.

The service works in three layers. HumanView captures signals at scale, decodes millions of records through validated statistical models such as regression, correlation and clustering, and then relies on experienced analysts to interpret the patterns. Clients receive clear, human-validated insights instead of another dashboard.

“Machines find the patterns. Humans find the point,” said Alan Gilleo, CEO at LEAP Group. “The first version of HumanView showed us how much customers reveal when nobody is asking them questions. This version is built to explain why they act the way they do, and to put those answers in front of everyone making decisions, from product to service to marketing.”

HumanView focuses on three areas:

Growth Intelligence: customer motivations and how people perceive a brand and its competitors

Market and Category Intelligence: product pain points, service friction, unmet needs and competitive gaps

Audience Intelligence: new segments, positioning opportunities and gaps in the market

Every model is designed and validated by data scientists and benchmarked before it informs a recommendation.

To learn more about HumanView, visit leapgroupnetwork.com/humanview.

About LEAP Group
LEAP Group is a boutique marketing agency holding company with offices in Louisville, Indianapolis, Cincinnati and Chicago. Guided by the belief that brands should “Market Less. Matter More.,” LEAP gives clients access to specialized experts across its entire network. Learn more at leapgroupnetwork.com.

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STEPHEN A. SMITH ADDRESSES WHITE HOUSE DINNER ATTENDANCE, REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO HBCUs AND PROTECTING CORPORATE INVESTMENT IN BLACK EDUCATION

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NEW YORK, Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Stephen A. Smith, media mogul, New York Times bestselling author, and proud 1991 graduate of Winston-Salem State University, is addressing the public discussion surrounding his decision to attend a White House dinner with President Donald Trump, emphasizing his commitment to the long-term financial stability of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

For Smith, the decision was rooted in a commitment to institutions that have educated generations of Black leaders, professionals, entrepreneurs, and public servants.

“I will always advocate for HBCUs and the students whose futures depend on them,” Smith said. “My reason for attending the White House dinner was to discuss the challenges these institutions face in securing long-term funding and to make the case that corporate America must continue to invest in them.”

Smith acknowledged federal support through the FUTURE Act while expressing concern that political tensions surrounding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) could discourage private companies from supporting HBCUs. He maintains that these institutions deserve sustained corporate partnerships, philanthropic contributions, and public investment.

“If we truly believe in free-market capitalism, businesses should be able to support educational institutions and charitable causes without fear of criticism or repercussions,” Smith said. “HBCUs have made extraordinary contributions to this country. They deserve sustained public and private investment.”

Ashley Christopher, Esq., Founder and CEO of the HBCU Week Foundation, recognized Smith’s advocacy and decision to engage with the administration.

“Stephen A. Smith has been a powerful advocate for HBCUs, using his platform and influence to shine a national spotlight on our institutions,” expressed Christopher, “His continued support of HBCU Week helps advance our mission of connecting students with life-changing educational opportunities, and we are proud to have him as our ambassador.”

Since Smith became an HBCU Week Ambassador in 2019, the initiative has facilitated more than 15,000 on-the-spot college acceptances and raised and awarded more than $150 million in scholarships, according to the HBCU Week Foundation.

As public discussion continues, Smith is emphasizing the importance of ensuring HBCUs have the resources and partnerships needed to educate future generations and expand opportunities for students.

CLICK HERE to watch Smith’s full response to his White House visit.

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Advantex Announces Completion of Financing and Extension of Maturity Date of Previously Issued Debentures

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TORONTO, Oct. 23, 2026 /CNW/ — Advantex Marketing International Inc. (CSE: ADX) (“Advantex”), a leader in the merchant cash advance and loyalty marketing products for merchants, today announced the completion of a $250,000 secured debt financing. Advantex issued a $250,000 non-convertible debenture which bears an interest rate at 12% per annum and matures December 15, 2027. The proceeds raised from this issuance of the Debenture will be used for working capital purposes.

Advantex has also extended the maturity of its existing $700,000 in 12% secured debentures from October 10, 2026 to December 15, 2027.

About Advantex Marketing International Inc.

Advantex provides working capital to merchants. Advantex also provides specialized marketing programs that enable members of Aeroplan to earn Aeroplan points at participating merchants.

Advantex shares trade on the Canadian Securities Exchange under the symbol ADX. For more information go to Advantex’s profile on www.sedar.com

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This news release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of applicable securities laws relating to the future business and operations of Advantex. Actual results and developments may differ materially from those contemplated by these statements. The business and operations of Advantex described herein is dependent on a number of factors and is subject to a number of risks and uncertainties. Factors that could cause actual results to differ material include, but are not limited to, changes in Advantex’s economic and competitive conditions including but not limited to the industry sectors in which Advantex operates.

The statements in this news release are made of the date of this release. Forward-looking statements are made based on management’s beliefs, estimates and opinions on the date the statements are made and Advantex undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements if these beliefs, estimates and opinions or other circumstances should change, except as required by applicable law.

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