Volunteers Needed for Langley High School Senior Ethics Forum
Langley High School is holding their annual Senior Ethics Forum to get seniors thinking about ethical situations in life after high school. Table leader volunteers are needed to work with groups of eight students to facilitate small group discussions and help students rotate through the modules. The Forum will be held in the conference rooms at Mclean Bible Church (8925 Leesburg Pike, Vienna) from 8:15 AM - 2:45 PM on Tuesday, March 13, 2018. There will be plenty of parking and lunch is included. To volunteer as a table leader, click here. If you'd like more information, contact Kim Wenk. 

Community Foundation for Northern Virginia Launches Opportunity Index
The Community Foundation for Northern Virginia announced the launch of The Opportunity Index for Northern Virginia, an interactive dashboard to serve as a data resource for community knowledge and strategic philanthropic giving, and to help grow philanthropy for our most economically disadvantaged populations. The data and accompanying report were prepared by The Commonwealth Institute for Fiscal Analysis, a nonprofit think-tank that provides credible, independent, and accessible information and analyses of fiscal and economic issues with particular attention to the impacts on low- and moderate-income persons. The Opportunity Index is available to the public for free here. To read a full press release, click here.

ACT I Announces ISO 9001:2015 Certification
Advanced Concepts and Technologies International, LLC (ACT I), an industry-leading provider of Total Acquisition Management and Foreign Military Sales solutions, announced its independent third-party certification in meeting the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 9001:2015. The new ISO standard provides a process-based approach that helps consistently provide products and services that meet customer and regulatory requirements while safeguarding against deficiencies and ensuring customer satisfaction. The standard applies corrective action and continuous process improvement methods to drive high quality and performance. To read a full press release, click here.

Atlas Research Adds John O. Boochever as Chief Digital Strategy and Innovation Officer
Atlas Research announced the addition of John O. Boochever as Chief Digital Strategy and Innovation Officer. Mr. Boochever brings more than 30 years of experience to Atlas Research in defining and driving technology-enabled strategic change in large, complex organizations at the C-level. His professional experience includes global and regional practice leadership as well as management committee positions at two leading general management consulting organizations. At Atlas Research, Mr. Boochever will lead the strategy to digitally enable its service lines and develop staff to deliver world-class digital and technology solutions to clients. He will also develop and drive Atlas Research’s technology-based service lines, focusing on data management strategy and analytics, and business process architecture design and development. To read a full press release, click here.

Capitalize DC to Debut at MIPIM in Cannes, France
Capitalize DC, a group of real estate leaders collaborating to promote international investment in the DC Metro region, will debut at MIPIM in Cannes, France from March 13 - 16. A consortium created by the Northern Virginia Association of Realtors®, together with the Virginia Realtors®, Greater Capital Area Association of Realtors® and the District of Columbia Association of Realtors®, Capitalize DC is designed to highlight regional development opportunities to a global investor audience. The world’s leading property market, MIPIM gathers players from all sectors of the international real estate industry to network, learn and transact business. Showcasing development projects and opportunities throughout the Metro region, Capitalize DC will share with MIPIM investors the region’s unique access to talent, technology and transportation corridors. To learn more or to introduce a project in the Capitalize DC guide to more than 24,000 participants from 100 countries, contact Nisha Thakker or click here.

Leadership Fairfax 2018 Information Sessions for Life & Career Changing Programs
Do you want to grow as a leader and deepen your involvement in the local community? Leadership Fairfax offers life and career-changing programs for people at every stage of professional growth and is now accepting applications for the classes of 2018-19. Whether you are just beginning your career or are an established leader, our programs will help you refine your skills and make a positive impact on issues in Fairfax County. The best way to learn more is to attend a complimentary Information Session. Wherever you are on your professional journey, Leadership Fairfax invites you to connect, learn and grow with their incredible alumni, faculty and staff. To view the dates and register for an Information Session, click here.

PenFed Credit Union Announces Plans to Raise Assistance Dog through Canine Companions for Independence®
PenFed has announced plans to raise an assistance dog through Canine Companions for Independence®. Employees at PenFed’s Tysons headquarters will have the opportunity to apply to become a Volunteer Puppy Raiser for a two-year training period. PenFed announced its commitment at The National Press Club on Saturday, January 20 at Side by Side: An Evening with Veterans & Service Dogs, benefiting Canine Companions. The event recognized the life-changing relationship between veterans and their assistance dogs as a critical part of service members’ recovery and transition back home. PenFed was the title sponsor of the event and donated to the silent auction to raise funds for Canine Companions. To read a full press release, click here.

SOSi President & CEO Julian Setian Joins PSC Executive Committee
SOSi announced the selection of Julian Setian, the company’s President and Chief Executive Officer, to serve on the Professional Services Council (PSC) Executive Committee. PSC represents more than 400 companies that provide the federal government with a broad range of services, including information technology, engineering, logistics, facilities management and consulting. The companies represented by PSC employ hundreds of thousands of Americans in all 50 states. PSC’s Executive Committee is made up of 15 members, including the presidents of CSRA, CACI and Parsons Federal. It is tasked with policy oversight and setting the direction of the association. PSC helps shape public policy, leads strategic coalitions, and works to build consensus between government and industry. To read a full press release, click here.

United Bankshares, Inc. Announces Earnings for the Fourth Quarter and Year of 2017
United Bankshares, Inc. reported that earnings for 2017 were $150.6M or $1.54 per diluted share, compared to earnings of $147.1M or $1.99 per diluted share in 2016. "2017 was another successful year for United Bankshares," stated Richard M. Adams, United’s Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer. "We increased earnings before income taxes to a record $285 million. We increased dividends to $1.33 per share which represented the 44th consecutive year of dividend increases to our shareholders. This is a record only one other major banking company in the USA has been able to achieve. In addition, we completed our merger with Cardinal Financial Corporation, the 31st and largest acquisition under the current administration." United is one of two major banking companies in the U.S. that have been able to achieve such a record. For more information, click here.

SSi Consulting Announces New CEO
SSi Consulting announced that Gary Prioste has assumed the position as CEO. Prioste will replace Bill Aiton, who served as CEO for 13 years. This move follows the acquisition of SSi Consulting by Menlo Technologies earlier this year. Prioste is also the CEO of Menlo Technologies, a global services technology firm headquarter in Santa Clara, CA. Karen Riordan, Vice President of Sales and Jeff Vonasek, Vice President of Professional Sales, will continue to serve their roles at SSi Consulting. For more information, click here.

CohnReznick 2017 Not-for-Profit Governance and Financial Management Survey
According to CohnReznick’s 2017 Not-for-Profit Governance and Financial Management Survey, 65% of the 400+ not-for-profit industry professionals and board members who responded to the Survey say they are “very confident” in their organizations’ governance practices – the highest confidence level since 2014. This fourth annual survey also reflects a growing concern for cybersecurity. 37% of respondents reported it to be among their organization’s top three risks (up from 22% in 2016) and 52% of the surveyed organizations reported having a cybersecurity breach response plan in place (versus just 31% in 2016). Click here to view the full results of the Survey.
 
PAE Acquires Macfadden
PAE announced that it has acquired Macfadden & Associates (Macfadden), a leader in international disaster response operational support. Macfadden will expand PAE’s customer reach, building upon the relationship PAE established with USAID when PAE supported their response to the Ebola outbreak in 2015. Macfadden’s specialized capabilities and distinguished service record complements work PAE currently performs especially with the Department of State. Together, Macfadden and PAE will expand PAE’s overall portfolio and capabilities and be better situated to provide critical support. To read a full press release, click here.

Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority and 1776 Launching Airport Innovation Challenge
MWAA and 1776 are launching the Airport Innovation Challenge powered by UNION to activate the startup community and identify innovations that will transform the passenger journey. They are recruiting the best ideas that will enhance, attract, retain, and delight passengers to strengthen brand loyalty and shape the future of airports. The winning startups will each receive $15,000 and they will participate in the three month MWAA Innovation Lab in 1776’s Crystal City campus. To learn more and apply, click here.