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USHBC backs state-sponsored visa pilot for workforce shortages
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The United States Hispanic Business Council endorsed a bipartisan Senate bill on August 3, 2026, that would let states create their own visa pilot programs to fill labor gaps.
Hell Gate Boxing Club grows from neighborhood gym to youth pipeline in Astoria
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Hell Gate Boxing Club says its first year in Astoria has turned the gym into a community hub for young fighters, with support from local residents, businesses and organizations.
empatiX Consulting brings back alumni for 2026 eXplorers program
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empatiX Consulting said its 2026 eXplorers program is again embedding college interns in active client work, with three alumni returning for a second year.
NIDEK links up with MellingMedical for federal eye care sales
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NIDEK USA has formed a strategic relationship with MellingMedical to bring its diagnostic and ophthalmic laser products to VA and Defense Department healthcare systems.
empatiX brings back alumni for 2026 eXplorers program
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empatiX Consulting said its 2026 eXplorers internship and talent accelerator is back with returning alumni from Clemson, Miami and Fairfield.
Mentavi Health adds Quest lab ordering inside DrChrono
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Mentavi Health has integrated Quest Diagnostics into its DrChrono EHR workflow, letting clinicians order lab tests and review results without leaving the patient chart.
Self-seal laminating sheet market seen reaching $1.83 billion by 2030
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The global self seal laminating sheet market is projected to grow from $1.3 billion in 2025 to $1.39 billion in 2026, then reach $1.83 billion by 2030, according to new industry research.
WooNinjas launches WooCommerce Bookings for WordPress stores
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WooNinjas has released WooCommerce Bookings, a native booking and appointment plugin for WooCommerce stores that lets customers reserve services through the existing checkout flow.
Influential Women profiles eSolvit CEO Usha Boddapu
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Influential Women featured Usha Boddapu, the president and CEO of eSolvit and chief AI scientist at Arytic, on August 3, 2026. The profile spotlights her work in enterprise technology, AI, government contracting and community service, along with…
Openforce names Tom Smart as chief revenue officer
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Openforce has appointed Tom Smart as chief revenue officer as the Scottsdale company prepares to launch a new AI-powered independent contractor management platform.
Tatashe Cafe marks seven years in Edinburgh with Nigerian menu and new offer
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Tatashe Cafe is celebrating seven years in North Edinburgh after evolving from North Fort Cafe into a Nigerian cafe and bistro.
The Franchise King® says franchising may not fit every veteran
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Joel Libava published a report in Cleveland arguing that franchising is not automatically a strong match for U.S. military veterans.
Atlas Clean Living expands commercial cleaning for Conejo Valley businesses
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Atlas Clean Living is offering commercial cleaning services to offices, studios, small businesses, and professional spaces across Conejo Valley, with support available in Thousand Oaks, Westlake Village, Agoura Hills, Newbury Park, and nearby…
QMS2GO launches 8-week ISO 9001 transition program for small manufacturers
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QMS2GO has rolled out an eight-week transition program to help small ISO 9001-certified manufacturers prepare for the upcoming ISO 9001:2026 standard.
Five China ventilation duct makers to watch in 2026
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China’s ventilation duct market is expanding as mine ventilation, tunneling and industrial air-management demand rises.
Spartan Medical joins AMMA to push U.S.-made PPE
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Spartan Medical said Aug. 3 it is deepening its commitment to domestically manufactured medical supplies through membership in the American Medical Manufacturers Association.
46 Connecticut women named Women of Innovation finalists
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The Connecticut Technology Council selected 46 finalists from 100 nominations for its 2026 Women of Innovation awards, which will recognize leaders in STEM, entrepreneurship and research on Oct. 27 in Branford.
Heikki Technology leans on ACFIC endorsement to pitch itself as a top Chinese extension lead brand
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Heikki Technology says an endorsement from the All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce underscores its position in the market for extension leads and power strips.
Heikki Technology showcases high-amp extension sockets at Canton Fair
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Heikki Technology is using the Canton Fair to pitch high-amp extension socket leads to overseas buyers and distributors.
Heikki spotlights CCC-certified extension sockets at Guangzhou lighting expo
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Jiangmen Heikki Technology used the GZ Lighting Expo in Guangzhou to showcase CCC-certified extension sockets and a 30,000-square-meter manufacturing base built for high-volume, multi-market production.
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