Archaeologists recently made groundbreaking discoveries at the ancient Greek sanctuary of Poseidon at Helike. These remarkable finds shed new light on the history of this once thriving city and provide invaluable insight into the lives of its inhabitants. Before we dive into the newly discovered artifacts, let’s take a moment to understand the meaning of Helike. Located in Achaea, Greece, this ancient city was once a bustling center of commerce and culture. However, in 373 BC it was struck by a catastrophic earthquake and subsequently submerged in the depths of the sea. The town had remained hidden in an ancient…
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Innovative Founder Receives Prestigious Award Recognizing Entrepreneurial Spirit, Fearless Leadership and Industry Influence MCLEAN, Will, July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Ernest and Young (EY) announced that Todd WalrathCEO and Founder of ShiftMed, an innovative workforce platform that provides on-demand workforce solutions to healthcare facilities, has been named the winner of the Entrepreneur Of The Year® Mid-Atlantic Award. EY’s Entrepreneur of the Year award is a well-known and competitive honor that recognizes exceptional people and business leaders who have led successful businesses. The Mid-Atlantic initiative honors entrepreneurs from Maryland, VirginiaAnd washington d.c. This year’s winners were carefully chosen by an impartial…
Story Highlights 36% have “a lot” or “somewhat” confidence in higher education Confidence down from 48% in 2018 and 57% in 2015 All major subgroups less confident, with Republicans losing the most WASHINGTON, DC — Americans’ confidence in higher education fell to 36%, significantly lower than two previous readings in 2015 (57%) and 2018 (48%). In addition to the 17% of American adults who have “a lot” and 19% “somewhat” confidence, 40% have “a little” and 22% “very little” confidence. ###Incorporate### The latest drop in public confidence in higher education comes from a June 1-22 Gallup poll that also…
EY Canada is pleased to announce that 13 business founders have been selected for the EY Entrepreneurs Access Network Class of 2023. Launching in Canada in 2022, the program helps Black and Indigenous leaders access learning and networks to overcome obstacles and scale their businesses. The class of 2023 includes fast-growing companies that are diverse in their missions and industries, but share the common thread of focusing on issues of social good and sustainability, while driving innovation and creating economic impact positive for all Canadians. “From health and wellness to AI-based technology, from transportation to DE&I marketing, every company is…
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Entrepreneurship is a cornerstone of American culture, but history books too often omit the important contributions of minorities and women. In honor of Black History Month, Stacker spotlights 50 black entrepreneurs who have had a lasting influence on business — and, often in the process, on civil rights — from the Revolutionary War to today.The abrupt end of slavery in 1865 after the end of the Civil War freed around 4 million people but left them with no clear trajectory. Black Codes granted those released the right to sue and marry, but stipulated other unbalanced rules, such as preventing them…
A group of six determined and adventurous Girl Scouts from the Gulfcoast footprint recently returned from an amazing trip through Italy and Greece. Through their hard work and dedication to selling cookies, these young girls were able to embark on an educational and cultural experience that will shape their lives forever. The 10-day trip was offered as a cookie reward for Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast during the 2022 and 2023 cookie seasons.From the bustling streets of Rome to the iconic landmarks of Florence, to the breathtaking beauty of the Adriatic coast, the six Girl Scouts explored Italy’s rich history, art…
Ways to encourage and support entrepreneurship on the Greek islands at the top of the agenda for talks between the Deputy Minister of the Navy Ioannis Pappas and the Hellenic Confederation of Commerce and Entrepreneurship (ESEE) this week. ESEE representatives briefed Pappas on the challenges faced by businesses on the Greek islands and the vast potential. The meeting also focused on ways in which the ministry and ESEE could work together in this direction, which includes improving the so-called ““equivalent transport” program which offers special discounts for transport of goods and people for island residents and qualifying businesses. President of…
U.S. Small Business Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman, during a Friday stop in metro Atlanta, praised her agency’s work with black Greek organizations and for black entrepreneurs.“We want to make sure our economy is inclusive,” Guzman told a room full of several generations of men dressed in brown and gold, brothers of Iota Phi Theta, Inc. Members of the historic black fraternity stand their 39th biennial conclave in Dunwoody this week.Guzman’s shutdown came just over a year after the Small Business Administration (SBA) began to associate with the National Panhellenic Council, an organization of historically black fraternities and sororities commonly referred…
MISSOULA – Seven students from the University of Montana have been awarded the prestigious Gilman scholarship to study abroad. The 2022-23 UM Gilman Fellowship recipients are Shelby Bauman, Stephan Cardella, Hannah Davis, Maggie Gibbons, Molly Lagasse, Emily Ramirez, and Brandon Smith. “All of this year’s recipients are extraordinarily passionate about their interests and clearly communicate that passion, their interest in study abroad, and their ability to represent the United States abroad in their applications,” said Dr. Kylla Benes, Director of UM’s Office of External Fellowships and Fellowships. Funded by the U.S. Department of State, the Gilman Scholarship aims to increase…