Dr. Ken Washington of Medtronic Honored as the 38th Black Engineer of the Year Awardee

Nov 15, 2023 | Books, Business

Dr. Ken Washington 38th Black Engineer of the Year

Dr. Ken Washington 38th Black Engineer of the Year

BALTIMORE – Nov. 13, 2023 – PRLog — The annual 38th BEYA STEM DTX Conference announces Dr. Ken Washington, Senior Vice President and Chief Technology & Innovation Officer at Medtronic, as the recipient of the prestigious Black Engineer of the Year Award. This award marks a significant milestone in recognizing his exceptional contributions to the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The 38th BEYA STEM DTX Conference, presented by co-hosts US Black Engineer & Information Technology magazine, the Council of the Engineering Deans of the Historically Black Colleges and Universities, and Lockheed Martin, technology host Google, and co-sponsors Actalent and RTX will take place from February 15-17, 2024, in Baltimore, MD.

The Black Engineer of the Year Award is a coveted honor that acknowledges the outstanding achievements of Black professionals in STEM industries. It stands as a beacon of diversity and inclusion, promoting excellence and inspiring future generations to pursue careers in these critical fields.

Ken Washington, Ph.D. is the Chief Technology & Innovation Officer at Medtronic where he plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of mobility and advancing technological innovations. Born and raised in inner-city Chicago, his innate curiosity and determination to succeed led him to pursue a Ph.D. in Nuclear Engineering, becoming the first African American to earn this distinction at Texas A&M University.

Dr. Washington’s journey includes roles at Sandia National Laboratories, Lockheed Martin, Ford Motor Company, and Amazon. His diverse career experience spans nuclear safety, information technology, aerospace technology, consumer robotics, and groundbreaking work on Amazon’s Astro, the world’s first multipurpose affordable home robot. He’s an inspiring leader who continues to make a difference in both the corporate world and the community, embodying the values of innovation, leadership, and service.

“We are thrilled to present Ken Washington with the Black Engineer of the Year Award,” said Dr. Tyrone D. Taborn, CEO of Career Communications Group and Editor in Chief of US Black Engineer & Information Technology magazine. “His dedication to advancing technology and engineering, coupled with his commitment to mentoring and encouraging the next generation of STEM leaders, truly embodies the spirit of the BEYA STEM DTX Conference.”

The 38th BEYA STEM DTX Conference is a three-day event that promises a unique opportunity to celebrate leaders in STEM through seminars, inspiring panel discussions, networking, and unforgettable experiences. For those unable to attend in person, the conference will also be accessible through BEYA STEM DTX (Digital Twin Experience). This immersive metaverse platform ensures everyone can participate and experience the event.

To learn more about the 38th BEYA STEM DTX Conference and to join in celebrating Dr. Washington’s achievements, please visit www.beya.org.

About BEYA STEM DTX Conference
The BEYA STEM Awards is a prestigious recognition platform that celebrates the accomplishments of engineers in the STEM fields. For nearly four decades, BEYA has empowered, mentored, and inspired countless individuals, solidifying its position as a beacon of excellence and innovation. https://www.beya.org

Eric Washington, Noted Author to Host Webinar About the Loss of a Child

Oct 4, 2023 | Books, Business

By: National Widowers’ Organization , Inc.

NEW YORK – Oct. 3, 2023 – PRLog — The National Widowers’ Organization, a nonprofit formed in 2009 to help men deal with grief, announces a free webinar on October 25th about, “NAVIGATING THE HOLIDAYS AS A GRIEVING FATHER.”

Noted author, Eric Washington (https://www.ekwashington.com/copy-of-about-the-author), will share his story about a son that died at the age of 23 due to asthma, which Eric also suffers from.  He describes his grief as having good and bad days, relying on his work and his faith to keep him going and states “Glory be to God, I will continue to live life to the fullest because one day, we will all be called back home”. Eric was inspired to write a book about his grief, Getting Back Up After the Death of A Child (https://www.amazon.com/Getting-Back-After-Death-Child/dp/B0BQ9NGSTQ), to share his own experiences in the hopes that it will help others walking a path that no parent can fathom walking.

This webinar will focus on Eric Washington’s experience of the sudden death of his child.  He will share with you the impact of this loss on him, how his faith keeps him going and what the holidays have been like for him since this unspeakable loss. This talk will be moderated by Joe Walko, a member of the National Widowers’ Organization Board of Directors and a griever himself, who has also facilitated men’s grief groups.  Joe will offer helpful tips on how to get through a painful time of the year for those who are grieving.

When: October 25, 2023 @ 8:30-9:15pm EST

Where: Zoom

Cost: Free

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Sep 8, 2023 | Books, Business

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DAISO to open 9th Washington State store

May 22, 2023 | Business

DAISO will celebrate the opening of its Lakewood store on May 27, 2023

Lakewood, Washington – WEBWIRE –

DAISO Lakewood : 6111 Lakewood Towne Center Blvd. Suite F, Lakewood, WA 98499

Daiso is pleased to announce that it will open a new store at Lakewood Towne Center near Tacoma, Washington on May 27. This opening marks the 9th Daiso location in Washington state.

As a value driven company, Daisos retail stores provide customers the opportunity to shop a wide range of quality products at a great price. Our mission is to create joy through a fun shopping experience with unique products at an extraordinary value. Daisos expansion into new markets aligns with our vision to create an opportunity for everybody to Discover Daiso! says Lance Twitty, Chief Merchandising and Supply Chain Officer for Daiso USA.

The Daiso store at Lakewood Towne Center encompasses 5,000 square feet, and features items that include products from stationery, kitchen, cosmetics, home goods and more. This will be Daisos 98th store in North America. Across the globe, the retailer has more than 5,500 stores and 3,300 stores in Japan alone. John Clarke, Chief Development Officer for Daiso USA says, Expanding in Washington state is just the next step in our growth strategy. We currently operate 97 units in 7 states with more states opening in 2024. Washington based Daiso customers have shown us through our online business and social media their desire for us to have more stores in the region. That certainly influenced our timing of expanding within Washington early in our growth strategy.

Daiso will celebrate its soft opening at Lakewood Towne Center on Wednesday, May 24, beginning at 10 a.m. The official grand opening of the Lakewood Towne Center store is on Saturday, May 27. The first 100 customers that make a minimum purchase of $30 on May 27th and 28th will receive a free goodie bag.

The Lakewood Towne Center Daiso store is anchored by neighboring tenant Crunch Fitness and is open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sunday.

Daiso was founded in 1977 in Japan and entered the US market in 2005. The Daiso US headquarters is located in La Mirada, CA.

Daiso Lakewood, Washington Grand Opening Celebration
When: Saturday & Sunday, May 27 28, 2023, 10AM
Where: 6111 Lakewood Towne Center Blvd. Suite F, Lakewood, WA 98499
RSVP: https://www.facebook.com/events/1383098392476907
Grand Opening Promotion:

  • Goodie Bag for the first 100 customers with minimum $30 purchase on both days (05/27 & 05/28/23), while supplies last.

Contact: marketing@daiso-usa.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/daisousaofficial/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daiso_usa/

Japan – Eisai and Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis Enter Into Comprehensive Research Collaboration Agreement Aiming to Create New Therapies for Neurodegenerative Diseases

Dec 15, 2022 | Business

Eisai Co., Ltd. announced today that Eisai and Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have entered into a comprehensive research collaboration agreement aiming to create potential novel treatments for neurodegenerative disorders, including Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and Parkinson’s disease (PD).

Washington University is world leading in research on prevention, diagnosis, biomarkers and treatment of neurodegenerative diseases. The two organizations have been collaborating in AD research. The Phase II/III Tau NexGen Study conducted by the Dominantly Inherited Alzheimer Network Trials Unit (DIAN-TU), led by the University’s School of Medicine, is exploring the safety, tolerability, biomarkers and cognitive efficacy of Eisai’s anti-MTBR (microtubule binding region) tau antibody E2814 for the treatment of dominantly inherited Alzheimer’s disease (DIAD). In this study, the anti-amyloid beta (Aβ) protofibril antibody lecanemab (generic name, development code: BAN2401) was selected as the background anti-amyloid agent.

The collaboration strategically combines Washington University scientists” expertise in the fundamental and clinical research in neurodegenerative diseases, such as dementia, with Eisai’s extensive experience in drug discovery and development. Using human biology, the aim is to create multiple novel therapeutic candidates as well as discover and identify biomarkers within the next five years. Eisai will have the option rights to develop and commercialize any compounds and biomarkers that meet certain criteria in terms of research and development milestones. In the case that Eisai chooses to exercise the options, Eisai will pay Washington University milestone payments and royalties on future sales of each licensed compounds.

Dr. Teiji Kimura, Ph.D., Academia and Industry Alliance Officer, Deep Human Biology Learning (DHBL) Office of Eisai, commented, “Patients living with neurodegenerative diseases, including Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease, struggle with critical unmet medical needs, which is the reason neurology is a key therapeutic area for Eisai. By collaborating with world-leading research institutions such as Washington University in St. Louis, Eisai is working to fulfill our human health care mission and provide potential new and targeted disease-modifying therapies with the ultimate goal of achieving a world free of neurodegenerative disease.”

About Washington University School of Medicine

WashU Medicine is a global leader in academic medicine, including biomedical research, patient care and educational programs with 2,700 faculty. Its National Institutes of Health (NIH) research funding portfolio is the fourth largest among U.S. medical schools, has grown 54% in the last five years, and, together with institutional investment, WashU Medicine commits well over $1 billion annually to basic and clinical research innovation and training. Its faculty practice is consistently within the top five in the country, with more than 1,790 faculty physicians practicing at over 60 locations and who are also the medical staffs of Barnes-Jewish and St. Louis Children’s hospitals of BJC HealthCare. WashU Medicine has a storied history in MD/PhD training, recently dedicated $100 million to scholarships and curriculum renewal for its medical students, and is home to top-notch training programs in every medical subspecialty as well as physical therapy, occupational therapy, and audiology and communications sciences.

Media Inquiries:
Public Relations Department, Eisai Co., Ltd.
+81-(0)3-3817-5120
Eisai Inc (U.S.)
Libby Holman　201-753-1945
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