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ĀYŌDÈ Institute and Air & Space Forces Association Launch “Set Your Vector” Cybersecurity Initiative for North Texas Students

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3 months ago

May 14, 2026

ĀYŌDÈ Institute LLC and the Air & Space Forces Association (AFA), Sam Johnson Chapter, unveiled additional details regarding the launch of “Set Your Vector,” a regional cybersecurity education initiative designed to expand access to computer science and cybersecurity opportunities for high school students across North Texas and beyond.

ALLEN, Texas, May 14, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — ĀYŌDÈ Institute LLC and the Air & Space Forces Association (AFA), Sam Johnson Chapter, unveiled additional details regarding the launch of “Set Your Vector,” a regional cybersecurity education initiative designed to expand access to computer science and cybersecurity opportunities for high school students across North Texas and beyond.

“Set Your Vector helps strengthen the future STEM and cyber workforce by connecting students with real-world challenges, mentorship, and hands-on experience while developing the technical talent our nation will increasingly depend upon.” — Lt. Gen. John Campbell, USAF (Ret.)

Developed through a formal Memorandum of Understanding between the two organizations, “Set Your Vector” will provide a structured, multi-phase program culminating in an August 8, 2026 in-person cybersecurity competition hosted at The University of Texas at Dallas. The initiative is designed to introduce students to cybersecurity career pathways while equipping them with practical technical skills, mentorship opportunities, and exposure to industry and government cybersecurity professionals.

Registration and team formation for the competition will officially begin on Friday, May 15, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. CDT. Students, educators, parents, mentors, and sponsors can find program details, registration information, and participation requirements at https://setyourvector.com.

The program includes:

Virtual and in-person cybersecurity instruction supporting up to 2,500 studentsPreparatory sessions for up to 1,000 participantsA ranked, in-person cybersecurity competition for up to 500 high school students ages 13 and above

ĀYŌDÈ Institute will lead curriculum development, instructional delivery, technical infrastructure, and event operations. The AFA Sam Johnson Chapter will provide program support and manage charitable contributions designated for the initiative. Both organizations will jointly coordinate outreach, sponsorship engagement, and program execution.

“Cybersecurity is one of the fastest-growing and most strategically important fields in the country, yet access to early exposure and high-quality learning opportunities still varies significantly depending on where a student attends school,” said James Dugan, Executive Director of ĀYŌDÈ Institute. “Set Your Vector is about widening that doorway and helping students recognize that a future in cybersecurity is achievable, meaningful, and within reach.”

The organizations are also assembling panels featuring leaders from both the public and private cybersecurity sectors to provide students with insight into career opportunities, national security challenges, and the future of digital defense. Corporate and community sponsors will help support student participation, educational resources, mentorship opportunities, and operational logistics for the event. The organizations also announced that Frank Zaborowski, Director of Competition Operations for the CyberPatriot Program, will participate as a keynote speaker for the initiative. Zaborowski brings extensive experience in national cybersecurity education and student cyber competitions, further reinforcing the program’s emphasis on workforce development and hands-on cybersecurity learning.

Lt. Gen. John Campbell, USAF (Ret.), President of the AFA Sam Johnson Chapter, emphasized the importance of preparing the next generation of cybersecurity professionals. “Programs like Set Your Vector help strengthen the future STEM and cyber workforce by connecting students with real-world challenges, mentorship, and hands-on experience,” said Campbell. “This initiative reflects our commitment to investing in young people and helping develop the technical talent our nation will increasingly depend upon.”

The launch of “Set Your Vector” aligns with ĀYŌDÈ’s broader mission of advancing equitable access to high-quality digital education while maintaining strong operational and security standards, including its recently announced CSA STAR Level 1 Attestation for cloud security transparency and governance.

Organizations, industry professionals, and community leaders interested in sponsorship opportunities, mentorship participation, or panel involvement are encouraged to contact the program organizers at support@setyourvector.org or visit https://setyourvector.com for additional information.

About ĀYŌDÈ Institute

ĀYŌDÈ (The Organization for the Advancement of Youth through Opportunities in Digital Education) is a public benefit corporation dedicated to expanding youth access to high-quality digital education, including computer science, cybersecurity, and advanced technology training.

https://ayode.institute

About the Air & Space Forces Association, Sam Johnson Chapter

The Air & Space Forces Association, Sam Johnson Chapter, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization supporting aerospace education, STEM development, and advocacy for the United States Air Force and United States Space Force throughout North Texas.

https://www.afa.org

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James Dungan, Executive Director, ĀYŌDÈ Institute, 1 (877) 276-1707, support@ayode.institute, https://ayode.institute

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LeanDNA Launches Demand Scenario Modeling in APEX, Replacing Spreadsheet Guesswork With Real-Time Production Feasibility

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8 seconds ago

August 25, 2026

New capability lets production planners test demand changes against live supply and BOM data in minutes, without exporting ERP data or risking live system records.

AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — LeanDNA, a leading intelligent supply chain execution platform, today announced the general availability of Demand Scenario Modeling (DSM), a new capability within its APEX platform that lets production planners, buyers, and supply chain managers instantly test demand changes against real supply and Bill of Materials (BOM) data, without spreadsheets or system risk.

When forecasts shift, most production planners still turn to spreadsheets to find out whether production can support it: exporting ERP data, flattening multi-level BOMs, and reconciling supply just to answer one question — can we build this? The process is slow, error-prone, and disconnected from real-time system data, and it often produces false shortages that obscure the actual constraints.

Demand Scenario Modeling replaces that manual exercise with what-if analysis built directly into APEX. Production planners can model a demand change and immediately see which components truly constrain production, how many units can realistically be built, and where shortage risk increases, turning a process that has historically taken hours into a workflow measured in minutes.

Because DSM runs in a sandbox environment connected to live ERP and BOM data, planners can test and compare multiple scenarios, adjust quantities and dates, and recalculate instantly, without posting temporary plans or manipulating live records to get an answer. That combination of speed and system safety is central to how LeanDNA has built the capability.

“Production planners shouldn’t have to choose between speed and safety when they’re testing a demand change,” said Andy Ellenthal, CEO of LeanDNA. “Demand Scenario Modeling gives them both: an answer in minutes, grounded in the same supply and BOM data running their factory, without ever touching a live ERP record. It replaces guesswork with a repeatable way to say yes, no, or not yet with confidence.”

Demand Scenario Modeling is available now to APEX customers and is purpose-built for the tactical-to-mid-horizon planning window — roughly one to twelve months out — where production teams most often need to turn a demand question into a production commitment.

About LeanDNA

LeanDNA powers the world’s discrete manufacturing with a single source of truth for factory-first supply planning, materials management, and inventory optimization. APEX, the AI-powered expert execution platform from LeanDNA, transforms data into optimized decisions and action. LeanDNA empowers manufacturers in aerospace, HVAC,industrials, automotive, and medical to improve on-time delivery and working capital levels. Leading manufacturers including Caterpillar, Daikin Applied, Safran, and Siemens use APEX for supply chain orchestration to gain visibility into current and incoming materials, take action based on inventory criticality, collaborate in real time with suppliers, and track progress toward inventory optimization goals. Learn more at LeanDNA.com.

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OppFi to Participate in September 2026 Conferences

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10 seconds ago

August 25, 2026

CHICAGO, Aug. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — OppFi Inc. (NYSE: OPFI) (“OppFi” or the “Company”), a leading tech-enabled digital finance platform that works with banks to provide financial products and services for everyday Americans, today announced that management will participate in the following conferences in September 2026:

Oppenheimer Fintech Leaders Conference
Location: New York
Date: September 15, 2026

U.S. Bancorp | BTIG Consumer Finance Conference 2026
Location: Boston
Date: September 17, 2026

To schedule a meeting with OppFi, please reach out to your Oppenheimer or BTIG representatives.

About OppFi
OppFi (NYSE: OPFI) is a leading tech-enabled digital finance platform that works with banks to provide financial products and services for everyday Americans. Through a transparent and responsible platform, which includes financial inclusion and excellent customer experience, the Company supports consumers who are turned away by mainstream options to build better financial health. OppLoans by OppFi maintains a 4.4/5.0 star rating on Trustpilot with more than 5,400 reviews, making the Company one of the top consumer-rated financial platforms online. OppFi also holds a 35% equity interest in Bitty Holdings, LLC (“Bitty”), a credit access company that offers revenue-based financing and other working capital solutions to small businesses. For more information, please visit oppfi.com.

Investors:

investors@oppfi.com

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Zillow Group to present at Goldman Sachs Communacopia + Technology Conference

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August 25, 2026

SEATTLE, Aug. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Zillow Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: Z and ZG), which is transforming the way people buy, sell, rent and finance homes, today announced Zillow Group will present at this year’s Goldman Sachs Communacopia + Technology Conference in San Francisco.

Chief Operating Officer & Chief Financial Officer Jeremy Hofmann will participate in a fireside chat on Thursday, Sept. 10, at 10:50 a.m. PT / 1:50 p.m. ET.

Register and access the live webcast here. Live and recorded versions of the webcast will also be available under the Events & Presentations section on Zillow Group’s Investor Relations website.

About Zillow Group:

Zillow Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: Z and ZG) is reimagining real estate to make home a reality for more and more people.

As the most visited real estate app and website in the United States, Zillow connects hundreds of millions of consumers with innovative technology, trusted agents and loan officers, and seamless digital solutions. With industry-leading tools and resources, Zillow supercharges real estate professionals so they can grow their businesses and deliver exceptional client experiences. For renters and housing providers, Zillow offers not only a robust marketplace but a set of end-to-end products and services to streamline applications, leases, payments and more.

Zillow’s ecosystem spans the entire home journey — from dreaming and shopping to renting, buying, selling and financing.

Zillow Group’s affiliates, subsidiaries and brands include Zillow®, Zillow Premier Agent®, Zillow Home Loans®, Zillow Rentals®, Zillow® New Construction, Trulia®, StreetEasy®, Out East®, HotPads®, Follow Up Boss®, ShowingTime®, dotloop® and Zillow® Closing.

All marks herein are owned by MFTB Holdco, Inc., a Zillow affiliate. Zillow Home Loans, LLC is an Equal Housing Lender, NMLS #10287 (www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org). © 2026 MFTB Holdco, Inc., a Zillow affiliate.

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