The Cybersecurity Association of Maryland Inc. (CAMI) announced the establishment of multiple Centers of Excellence and expansion of its membership program. The creation of Centers of Excellence will enable CAMI to leverage existing resources and activities in a manner that is easy to access and improve the member experience. Additionally, the Centers of Excellence will empower CAMI’s members […]
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Ball commits $2.4M for health care worker critical staffing
Howard County Executive Calvin Ball has committed $2 million to the Howard County General Hospital (HCGH) and $400,000 to the Howard County Health Department in American Rescue Plan funding. The $2.4 million will address critical staffing needs at both organizations amid the latest COVID-19 surge. The funding support for HCGH comes as hospitalizations are expected to reach new heights […]
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Anne Arundel County launches website for job seeker
Job seekers get help in Anne Arundel The Anne Arundel Workforce Development Corp. (AAWDC) announced the launch of a new website highlighting resources for job seekers, Get Reemployed. Federal COVID unemployment benefits are slated to expire on Sept. 4. The new site, located at www.aawdc.org/reemployment, includes an interest form for residents looking to get connected […]
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JACS Solutions leases in BWI Tech Park
Technology company JACS Solutions has signed a lease with St. John Properties for 15,000 square feet at 809 Pinnacle Drive, Linthicum. The company expects to relocate approximately 30 employees from Howard County to Anne Arundel County by Nov. 1. JACS Solutions designs and manufactures custom-built, commercial-grade smart devices and touch displays. More than one million […]
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Unemployment FAQs for the COVID-19 pandemic
The sharp increase in unemployment claims has overwhelmed the Maryland Department of Labor. The Division of Unemployment Insurance has provided a frequently asked questions guide as a resource, this includes an explanation of the exemption from the weekly work search requirement: Am I required to search for work during this state of emergency? The Maryland Secretary of Labor […]
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Three weeks into the Coronavirus crisis, what should you do next?
By Ryan Miller | Principal, Critical Functions, LLC | Guest Commentary Twenty-five years ago, just 3,500 feet above downtown Atlanta, the engine quit as my brother and I flew a small Cessna 172 to visit friends. We were enjoying the view of the city below us when there was sudden and total silence. Peaceful and […]
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During pandemic uncertainty, ‘business leaders need to lead’
In the face of rapidly-changing pandemic response and prevention efforts, business leaders are having to shift to remote operations, cut workers’ hours, or put staff in high risk situations. Needless to say, the landscape has shifted dramatically, said Kimberly Prescott, founder and president of Prescott HR. “At first it was ‘how do I stop people […]
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The “No Problem” Problem
I walk into the hotel, wheeling my luggage and briefcase behind me. I am taken aback by the spacious and open modern lobby. I approach the front desk, and Carlos greets me with a smile. We have a friendly exchange – how are you doing, did you have a good flight, how do you like […]
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SEXUAL HARASSMENT–What will it cost your business this year?
Sexual harassment prevention in the workplace has been getting a lot of attention – both in the news and in business. After offering training on sexual harassment prevention for many years, the Maryland Commission on Civil Rights has noticed a large uptick in interest this year, not only from state employees who are required by […]