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WE wanted to take a moment to highlight one of our previous projects, the remarkable transformation of PCSI - Professional Contract Services, Inc's 13-acre campus headquarters!   PCSI, a distinguished non-profit organization, provides essential support services to clients nationwide, including hospitals, military bases, and private-sector entities. Together with Corgan and White Construction Company, we successfully revitalized the campus, incorporating an array of amenities like Zen gardens, common areas, libraries, and more infusing it with a welcoming ambiance that embraces all who enter.   Watch the video below to delve deeper into the project! #WylieEngineering #project #projectspotlight #throwback #engineering

💙💛 Our Project Manager, Alex Osmolovskyi, founded The Hope Brigade, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping those affected by the war in Ukraine. DataArt and its partners, working with The Hope Brigade, have raised around $48,000. This funding has been instrumental in acquiring four stabilization points—bases equipped for immediate medical intervention and patient stabilization before further transport or treatment. This includes two Volkswagen T5 vans fully stocked with medical supplies and two additional ambulance bases. Thanks to DataArt’s contributions, we have also procured essential medical equipment, including ventilators, defibrillators, mobile ultrasound devices, and oxygen tanks. Alex recalls the origins of their initiative: "At the onset of the invasion, we supported existing charities. As the situation escalated, we began our own fundraising efforts, gathering contributions from colleagues to provide vehicles and a humanitarian kit for over forty people. As both the need and contributions grew, it became clear that we needed to collaborate with international partners and establish our own organization. This led to the creation of The Hope Brigade." The demand for medical resources remains critical, with ongoing needs for items like defibrillators, x-ray machines, ventilators, and hemostatic bandages. Alex is actively seeking a portable X-ray machine, a vital resource, and is open to any information on clinics that might be selling used equipment. In May 2023, coordinating through The Hope Brigade, internet equipment for schools, universities, and bomb shelters in Kremenchuk, Dnipro, and Odesa was acquitted. Furthermore, a substantial shipment of internet hot spots from the USA, Poland, and Italy for educational purposes is currently en route. 💙💛 If you want to support Alex's initiative, please follow the link: https://lnkd.in/d-r-u_Q9 #DataArt #StandWithUkraine

What do all the NGOs who are supposed to be using your donated money, to help Nairobi, Kenya, actually doing? Watching this on TV now and disgusted with these people who run these NGOs. It is a type of neocolonialism, to exploit the desperate and the suffering of these peoples. Even Operation Smile: look at their financials. More is spent on everything else with the lowest dollars spent on the actual operated mouths. Those other "projects" entail the top managers' connections, to earn a good portion of the donations doing "education", and on every other excuse to use up your cash. https://lnkd.in/gcF4sY4H

 Every Escalation Brings Washington Closer to Defeat in Ukraine MIKE WHITNEY • JUNE 4, 2024 • There is a vast difference between “not winning” and “losing” a war. In the case of Ukraine, “not winning” means that President Zelensky and his handlers in Washington choose to pursue a negotiated settlement that would allow Russia to keep the territory it captured during the war while addressing Moscow’s modest security demands. (Note—Ukraine must reject any intention of joining NATO) On the other hand, “losing” the war means that the US and NATO continue on the same path they are today—pumping lethal weapons, trainers and long-range missiles systems into Ukraine—hoping that the Russian offensive is progressively weakened so Ukraine can prevail on the battlefield. This alternate path—which amounts to ‘wishful thinking’—is the path to “losing” the war. Unlike the “not winning” the war scenario, “losing” the war will have a catastrophic effect on the United States and its future. It would mean that Washington had been unable to prevent a Russian military incursion into Europe which is NATO’s primary raison d’etre. It would challenge the idea that the US is capable of acting as the guarantor of regional security which is the role the US has enjoyed since the end of WW2. The perception of a US defeat at the hands of Russia would unavoidably trigger a re-evaluation of current security relations leading to the dissolution of NATO and, very possibly, the EU as well. Simply put, losing the war would be a disaster. Here’s how Colonel Daniel Davis summed it up just last week: “We can’t let Russia win.” I’ve heard that throughout the entire 2-plus years of the war. But here’s what I’m saying: If you keep going down this path—ignoring all the realities we keep talking about—not only will Russia win, we’ll lose. And I assure you if you thought it was bad to ‘let Putin win’—which means having a negotiated settlement in which Putin ends up with territory he didn’t start the war with—…But if you say that—because I don’t want that to happen, I’m going to keep fighting—that implies you think you can win. But if you can’t win, then the likely outcome is that you lose even more, and that’s what’s really going to hurt our credibility because, imagine if the whole force of NATO was shown to be unable to stop Russia from winning? Now our credibility is damaged far worse than having a negotiated settlement   Colonel Daniel Davis, You Tube So, while “not winning” is not the perfect outcome, it is vastly superior to “losing” which would severely undermine the Alliance’s credibility, greatly erode Washington’s power in Europe, and force the US to rethink its plans for projecting power into Central Asia. (pivot to Asia) In short, a US defeat by Russia in Ukraine would be a serious body-blow to the “rules-based order” and the denouement of the American Century. Further Reading: https://lnkd.in/es4vC_fe

Lessons from this article can be applied to communication strategy across govt., corporate, and non-profits entities

As the holiday season quickly approaches, finding the right venue for your event becomes crucial. Whether you're planning a corporate holiday party, a family gathering, or a community event, you want a space that not only meets your needs but leaves a lasting impression on your guests. At the Veterans Association of North County (VANC), we offer just that – a venue where your event can shine and where every detail is crafted to make people go "Wow!" – Veterans Association of North County VANC is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization created by Veterans for Veterans and active duty service people and their families to help them navigate life during and after service. We serve as a one-stop resource center for all active-duty military, Veterans, and their families. 1617 Mission Ave, Oceanside, CA 92058 (760) 722-1277 https://www.vanc.me/ #eventspace #holidayeventspace #holidayevents #VANC #VeteransSupport #MilitaryFamilies #OceansideCA #501c3Organization #VeteransHelpingVeterans #ServiceMembers #SupportOurTroops #NonProfit #MilitaryResources #VANCCommunity #LifeAfterService #VeteransAssistance #MilitarySupport #CommunityOutreach

Public Speaking... I absolutely hate it... Even after delivering over 700+ hours of physical and military training sessions over the last 5 years. The nerves always set in before standing up in front of people and speaking. - Will the audience get value from this? - Are they going to be engaged throughout? - What questions are going to be asked? - Can I give the golden nugget answer? However, in 2 weeks time, I'll be up with 3 other awesome veterans chatting about being a Professional Veteran. - The challenges and confidence - Embracing a squiggly career - Pivoting the skillsets - Continually growing This won't be a speaking event. This will be a fully engaged community of people, coming together, and sharing advice and guidance into a major career pivot. Chris Shaw FIoL - GenDitNetwork Founder Chris Ashford - Executive Coach and Fitness Consulant Carrie Allen BSc (Hons) CMgr Engtech MIMechE - Senior Engineering Consulant The Power of the Veteran Network. The Gen Dit Network Bristol Event is happening! 📆16th March 🏟Ashton Gate, Bristol. A few places remain. Link in comments #gendit #Veteran #professionaldevelopment #TheNetworkWorks #ikigai

What's your story? Darius Rucker reminds us in his song "Story to Tell" It's got some parts that'll make you laugh, and some that'll make you cry Some pages I wish I could tear out but I ain't gonna tell no lie 'Cause it's the story of my life Now I can't preach or give no advice, I didn't do everything well But man, just live while you're alive and try to have a story to tell VET S.O.S. Podcast is creating a nonprofit arm to capture every veteran and spouses transition story. We want to hear from you, but first we need your help. Help us raise the start up money we need to launch. Check link in comments. Parade Deck 7 Eagle Group ClearPath Wealth Strategies | Who Ya Know Show #military #militarylife #transitioningmilitary #militarytransition #militaryspouses #militaryspouse #militaryfamily #militaryfamilies #militarycommunity #militarysupport #militaryveterans #vets #veterans #veteran #veterantransition #transitioningveterans #veteransupport #veteranservices #honorveterans #veteranswife #supportourveterans #veteransupport #veteransusa #veteranshelpingveterans #careerchange #transitioningservicemembers #linkedin #sof #coastguard #navy #spaceforce #marines #army #nationalguard #airforce #usmc #usmcr #us #usa #paradedeck #V2I #HOB

Announcing The USA Cares, Inc. Ohio Chapter 4th annual Top Golf Event!! What's USA Cares? USA Cares' mission is to provide post-9/11 military veterans, service members, and their families with emergency financial assistance and post-service skills training to create a foundation for long-term stability. Their services improve the quality of life for veterans and their families and reduce potential factors that can contribute to veteran suicide. Last year's numbers: As a 501c3 Organization USA Cares achieved a highly exclusive 100% rating from Charity Navigator with 87.45% of each dollar going directly into their programs! However, this is not enough – last year, in the state of Ohio 642 veterans in desperate need of assistance requested $3.3M in these lifesaving grants. These grants and supplemental programming enable veterans to overcome barriers of employment and become productive friends, community members, and employees. Please visit the USA Cares website for a list of Resources and Programs they offer. They have an Average Response Time for assistance of 48hours. That's immediate assistance when it's needed the most! Let me know if you have any questions and if you need anymore information #veterans #nonprofit #event

Moving soon? These prep tips can help make the move smoother and easier. Pack early, clearly label boxes, and organize by room for seamless unpacking. Embrace the decluttering spirit - donate or sell what you don't need, lighten your load, and breathe easy. Early prep equals less last-minute scrambling and more time to savor the excitement of your new beginnings! Need help managing your property? 📱 541-581-0406 Serving the Willamette Valley. #cascadianproperties #smallbusinessowner #locallyownedandoperated #veteranowned #usmc #usnavy #propertyinvestment #propertymanagement #growyourwealth #managinginvestments