Read more about the article Farm Credit Partners with National Farm to School Network
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Farm Credit Partners with National Farm to School Network

October of National Farm-to-School Month, and MACo Winter Conference sponsor Farm Credit is partnering with the National Farm to School Network (NFSN) to close the gap between students and the food that they eat through local food procurement and farm and garden education. From Farm Credit's Blog: Sam Ullery, school garden specialist for the Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) in Washington, D.C., visits schools across the nation’s capital that are interested in…

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October 29, 2019
Read more about the article How Artificial Intelligence is Helping UnitedHealthcare Enhance Member Experience
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How Artificial Intelligence is Helping UnitedHealthcare Enhance Member Experience

MACo's Gold Corporate Partner UnitedHealthcare is utilizing Artificial Intelligence to improve member experience. From UnitedHealthcare's Website: When Reymond Acosta answers the phone in a UnitedHealthcare call center, he’s ready to be a supportive resource. As an Advocate4Me representative, he works to answer members' questions and clear up any confusion related to their health care. In order to do this, advocates must gather and research personal information to verify the caller. This important step can add…

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October 28, 2019
Read more about the article Chesapeake Employers’ Insurance to Hold Several Free Trainings this Fall
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Chesapeake Employers’ Insurance to Hold Several Free Trainings this Fall

MACo's Gold Corporate Partner Chesapeake Employers' Insurance Company, is hosting several important free employer and employee trainings over the next few weeks. Thursday, Oct. 31, 2019, 8:30 am to 1 pm, Frederick Clarion Inn 2019 Workers' Compensation Seminar Learn how Chesapeake Employers' specialists work with you to help control premium costs. These will be free, half-day seminars for policyholders, employers, and agents. Presentation topics include: Update on Maryland Employment Laws, including Medical Marijuana Drug Testing Safety…

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October 28, 2019
Read more about the article Are You Prepared? Keeping Your Workplace Safe and Secure
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Are You Prepared? Keeping Your Workplace Safe and Secure

As defined by The U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL) a “workplace violence” incident is a verbal, written, or physically aggressive threat or attack intended to intimidate, cause injury or death to others in a place of employment. Every workplace is in danger of experience occupational violence, but what can be done to mitigate the risks and reduce hazards? In December, join MACo for a panel session hosted by the Human Resources Affiliate for an in…

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October 24, 2019
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Get Cyber Safe with AT&T

October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and MACo's Platinum Corporate Partner AT&T wants to make sure you're cyber safe. From AT&T's website: How cybersecure are you? Odds are good you can do more. New research done for AT&T* shows people of all ages are not using best practices to stay safe online and protect themselves from fraud. AT&T’s cross-generational survey checked out how much people knew about the best online safety practices. It also looked…

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October 23, 2019
Read more about the article CareFirst’s Healthworx Partners with D.C.’s Halcyon Incubator to Support Healthcare Startups
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CareFirst’s Healthworx Partners with D.C.’s Halcyon Incubator to Support Healthcare Startups

Healthworx, the corporate investment and innovation arm of MACo's Gold Corporate Partner CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, plans to provide $200,000 to emerging healthcare startups in it's recent partnership with the Halcyon Incubator, a Washington, D.C.-based fellowship program for entrepreneurs. From CareFirst's website: The partnership between Healthworx and Halcyon ensures that one of the eight slots in each of the next four cohorts to join Halcyon is dedicated to an innovative venture in the healthcare sector and…

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October 23, 2019
Read more about the article Hogan’s Transportation Plans Not Supported by Montgomery Officials
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Hogan’s Transportation Plans Not Supported by Montgomery Officials

While Hogan's proposal to widen the Capital Beltway and Interstate 270 was meant to benefit Montgomery County residents, top officials are still not convinced. Both proposed plans include widening the beltway at some point along the I-270 spur, but the consensus is out on exactly where. Two years ago, Hogan backed a partnership where a private sector firm would build and maintain four new lanes and the existing lanes on I-495 and I-270 in exchange…

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October 22, 2019
Read more about the article No More Deaths: Vision Zero and the Mission for Roadway Safety
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No More Deaths: Vision Zero and the Mission for Roadway Safety

Roadway safety is an important topic for all Marylanders. Join us at this year's MACo Winter Conference to learn about what plans and tools are being used to guide Maryland towards the goal of zero vehicle-related deaths on the roadway by the year 2030. Here are more details: Title: No More Deaths: Vision Zero and Maryland's Mission for Roadway Safety Description: From Mountain Maryland to the Eastern Shore, from expressways to comfortable conduits, safety on…

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October 22, 2019
Read more about the article Chief Technologist at WWT Announces “5G Has Arrived…”
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Chief Technologist at WWT Announces “5G Has Arrived…”

In a recent article published on 5GRadar.com Daniel Valle, EMEA Chief Technologist at WWT states, "5G has arrived, and the time to act is now." According to Valle, organizations should prepare accordingly, or risk being left behind in the technology revolution. From Valle's editorial: "As Benjamin Franklin famously said, “If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail.” This is a fitting mantra for enterprises as we enter the 5G era. Failing to do…

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October 22, 2019
Read more about the article Have Coffee with Davenport & Company, Review Your Investment Strategies
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Have Coffee with Davenport & Company, Review Your Investment Strategies

MACo would like to thank Davenport & Company LLC for sponsoring coffee breaks during our upcoming Winter Conference - December 4-6 in Cambridge, MD. Founded in 1863 and headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, Davenport & Company LLC is an independent financial advisory firm specializing in the area of investments, research, asset management, investment banking, corporate retirement plans and advisory services. Member: NYSE FINRA SIPC. Thanks again to Davenport & Company LLC for their continued support of…

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October 22, 2019
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