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New Report Calls for National Higher Education Strategy to Ensure America’s Global Competitiveness

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WASHINGTON, March 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A new groundbreaking report highlights the urgent need to develop a higher education strategy that strengthens the competitiveness and security of the United States. The report, America’s Talent Moonshot: How the United States Can Win the Global Competition for Prosperity and Security, is the product of the Council on Higher Education as a Strategic Asset (HESA), a diverse group of the nation’s leaders from business, the military, nonprofits, and academia. Convened by the Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges (AGB), the Council came together over the course of four national convenings to focus on how America can create the conditions for colleges and universities to take the next giant leap in educational innovation in order to boost its global competitiveness and national security.

New Report Calls for National Higher Education Strategy to Ensure America’s Global Competitiveness

“In a globally competitive knowledge economy, human capital is America’s principal national asset. To remain prosperous, secure, and united in a rapidly changing world, the United States must act decisively—and higher education must lead the way,” said Mary Papazian, PhD, AGB executive vice president. “The United States can no longer ignore the growing gaps between the number of positions needed to fuel our economy, sustain our communities, and keep our nation secure and the number of educated individuals prepared to fill those roles.”

Three co-chairs helped lead the Council: Michael Crow, PhD, president of Arizona State University and a leading national voice for higher education reform and renewal; Linda Gooden, chair of the University System of Maryland Board of Regents and former executive vice president at Lockheed Martin Information Systems & Global Services; and Robert L. King, JD, former U.S. assistant secretary for postsecondary education, president of the Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education, and chancellor of the State University of New York (SUNY).

The report identifies urgent talent shortages in sectors essential to national strength—health care, cybersecurity and artificial intelligence (AI), education, and engineering—and calls for scalable, coordinated solutions to close these gaps. The report notes that this is our 21st-century moonshot, and just like the moon landing, it will take ambition, investment, and a united effort.

The report calls for a reimagined national strategy to unleash the talent of all Americans, regardless of background or geography, by connecting higher education institutions with strategic public and private sector partners. It outlines a vision to:

Expand access to education and workforce training opportunities,

Strengthen pipelines into critical workforce sectors,

Support breakthrough research and innovation, and

Renew higher education’s civic mission to sustain democracy.

The report also acknowledges growing public dissatisfaction with traditional education models and responds with a blueprint for action: empowering colleges and universities to serve national interests through innovation, collaboration, and rapid response to strategic talent needs.

“HESA participating universities are committed to supporting America, and American ideals. The global preeminence the United States once enjoyed is being eroded as other countries are investing strategically in educating and developing their citizens. At the same time, an increasing number of Americans are expressing frustration with the design, outcomes, and costs of the current model of higher education,” said King.

Specifically, the report calls for:

A national alliance of higher education institutions, state and federal governments, K–12 education, business and industry, and civic and philanthropic organizations focused on advancing national competitiveness and national security.

An executive role within the White House to coordinate the strategy and funding of relevant federal departments and agencies that impact the achievement of talent development goals.

A national talent council to monitor state-level talent development goals and skills gaps, elevating those with strategic, national implications, then linking those needs with HESA participating institutions.

Strategic investment and coordination of federal, state, and private resources to advance America’s education and talent goals.

A national recognition for institutions that contribute to the achievement of national strategic education and talent priorities.

A public corporation to serve as the organizing and funding entity focused on strengthening America’s economic prosperity, national security, and democracy.

Copies of the full report can be downloaded at hesaus.org.

About HESA
HESA is a multi-sector coalition focused on America’s global competitive position and national security by proposing new models for higher education policy, funding, and collaboration necessary to develop the talent and human capital required to support our national interests at speed and scale.

About AGB
At the Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges (AGB), we believe in the power of higher education to transform lives, strengthen inclusive democracy, and support a thriving society. We believe that strong higher education starts with great governing boards. AGB provides advocacy, leading practices, educational resources, expert support, and renowned programs that advance board excellence for 40,000 AGB members from more than 2,000 institutions and foundations. For more than 100 years, AGB has been the trusted authority for board members, chief executives, board professionals, and key administrators on higher education governance and leadership. Learn more at AGB.org.

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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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