Virtual Career Fair addresses workforce challenges by connecting job seekers with employers across healthcare, technology, education, and more, while offering tools for career success

MINNEAPOLIS, Oct. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Rasmussen University and American Public University (APU) will again co-host a National Virtual Career Fair on Wednesday, Oct.16, 2024. The joint event will give participants the opportunity to network with recruiters and representatives from more than 40 leading public and private employers nationwide, in industries such as healthcare, technology, business and the government sector.

Visit here to register for the free National Virtual Career Fair.

The National Virtual Career Fair will run from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. CST, and is open to the public, allowing participants to attend from almost anywhere, including the comfort of their home or office. Last year’s fair connected over 800 attendees with potential employers.

“Today’s workforce is grappling with numerous challenges, including burnout, work-life balance and widespread workplace dissatisfaction,” said Elizabeth Lintelman, director of Career Services at Rasmussen University. “Our Virtual Career Fair allows individuals at every stage of their professional journey to learn and connect with recruiters about exciting opportunities, whether they are seasoned professionals seeking a new direction, recent graduates now embarking on their career or students exploring the options available to them after graduation.”

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, some of the fastest growing occupations today include nurse practitioners, data scientists, and information security analysts. The National Virtual Career Fair provides a valuable platform that allows job seekers to learn more about the requirements needed to enter these high-growth fields.

“Our goal is to foster meaningful connections between our students, and alumni with employers from in-demand fields,” said Christine Muncy, associate vice president of Career Services at American Public University System. “By partnering with Rasmussen University, we are able to draw on the strong relationships both institutions have with employers to provide our communities with greater opportunities across industries while also putting job seekers on the path to success.” 

At the National Virtual Career Fair, participants can:

Apply to Jobs Directly: Jobs will be posted in employers’ booths where participants can easily apply.Chat Live with Recruiters: Recruiters will be live during the event to answer questions about their company and open positions.Share Their Resumes: Resumes will be made available to employers during and after the event.

On Wednesday, Oct. 9, Rasmussen and APUS will co-host a free webinar from Noon – 1 p.m. CST designed to help participants prepare for the career fair, including guidance on how to navigate the virtual career fair platform and research employers and job listings as well as provide tips for engaging effectively with recruiters during live chats. 

Both Rasmussen University and American Public University System, which operates APU and American Military University, have hosted career fair events since 2009. Rasmussen transitioned its annual career fair to a virtual setting seven years ago while APUS has hosted several virtual career fairs that have drawn thousands of attendees.

Additionally, both institutions also provide a comprehensive suite of career services for students and alumni, including interview preparation, cutting-edge resume-building tools and year-round workshops and webinars designed to support ongoing professional development and empower students throughout their professional journey.

Registration for the webinar is available here.

ABOUT RASMUSSEN UNIVERSITY:

Rasmussen University, a university accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (www.hlcommission.org), is dedicated to changing lives and the communities it serves through innovative educational programs. As a pioneer in career-focused education since 1900, the University is defining a new generation of higher education that focuses on competency-based education, technology and transferable skills. Rasmussen offers undergraduate and graduate programs online and in person at 20 campuses around the country. The University is designed to lift and support its students every step of the way, from each student’s first credential to their last. Rasmussen is dedicated to global enrichment, serving the underserved and meeting the evolving needs of diverse students, communities and economies. Rasmussen encourages its students, faculty and staff to strive for academic excellence, community enrichment and service to the public good. Rasmussen is a wholly owned subsidiary of American Public Education, Inc. (Nasdaq: APEI). For more information about Rasmussen University, please visit www.rasmussen.edu. (Nasdaq: APEI). For more information about Rasmussen University, please visit www.rasmussen.edu.

ABOUT AMERICAN PUBLIC UNIVERSITY SYSTEM:

American Public University System (APUS) delivers affordable, high-quality, workforce-relevant higher education. With a vibrant, diverse, and inclusive, 33-year history and over 147,000 alumni from more than 80 countries, APUS is recognized for its innovative approach to online learning. APUS is in the top 11% for students’ return on educational investment, compared to 4,500 colleges and universities nationwide, according to the Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce (2022)1.

APUS, which includes American Military University (AMU) and American Public University (APU), is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. APUS is a wholly owned subsidiary of American Public Education, Inc. (Nasdaq: APEI). For more information, visit www.apus.edu.

1Ranking based on 20-year net present value (NPV) https://cew.georgetown.edu/cew-reports/roi2022/

ABOUT AMERICAN PUBLIC EDUCATION, INC.:

American Public Education, Inc. (Nasdaq: APEI), through its institutions American Public University System (APUS), Rasmussen University, Hondros College of Nursing and Graduate School USA (GSUSA) provides education that transforms lives, advances careers, and improves communities.

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Feedzai and Form3 have been awarded the prestigious Datos Insights 2024 Impact Award for their groundbreaking solution that prevents Authorized Push Payment (APP) fraud and uncovers money mules with 95% accuracy. This innovative collaboration is setting a new standard in fraud prevention, protecting both individuals and financial institutions.

LISBON, Portugal and SAN MATEO, Calif., Oct. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Feedzai, a global leader in fraud prevention and financial crime management, together with its customer Form3, are proud to announce that they have been recognized as the winners of the prestigious Datos Insights 2024 Impact Award in Fraud & AML for Best Scam/APP Prevention Innovation. This award highlights the groundbreaking collaboration between Feedzai and Form3 in developing a first-of-its-kind solution to combat Authorized Push Payment (APP) fraud and uncover money mules.

Innovative Approach to Authorized Payments Fraud Detection and Money Mule Identification

Form3 and Feedzai have jointly created an advanced machine learning model that uniquely evaluates the risk associated with both the sender and the receiver of a transaction. This dual-risk evaluation is crucial not only for preventing APP fraud but also for identifying and eliminating money mules—individuals who are knowingly or unknowingly used by criminals to launder money. By understanding the behaviors and risks of both parties involved in a transaction, the model can identify and prevent fraudulent activities with an unprecedented 95% accuracy, significantly reducing the rate of undetected fraud by banks.

“Our collaboration with Form3 has allowed us to push the boundaries of fraud detection and uncover hidden threats like money mules,” said Pedro Barata, Chief Product Officer at Feedzai. “This recognition from Datos Insights is a testament to the power of innovation and partnership in creating solutions that meet current challenges and anticipate future needs in fraud prevention.”

A Solution with Real Impact on People and Financial Institutions

Scams, particularly APP fraud, exact a terrible emotional and financial toll on both individuals and financial institutions. Victims are often left devastated by the loss of their savings, while banks increasingly face the burden of compensating for these losses. This innovative solution not only helps banks clear their books of bad actors, such as money mules, but it also plays a crucial role in combating the broader scam epidemic. By proactively identifying and removing these threats, financial institutions can significantly reduce their exposure to risk, protect their customers, and ensure compliance with upcoming regulations.

Tailored for the Future of Financial Crime Prevention

The collaboration has resulted in a model that not only detects fraud but also seamlessly integrates into Form3’s account-to-account payment platform. This integration enables real-time transaction scoring, allowing financial institutions to take immediate action on both inbound and outbound transactions. The Form3 Fraud API has been designed to meet the individual needs of each bank, offering flexibility in how the solution is deployed and integrated with existing fraud prevention systems.

“Working with Feedzai has allowed us to develop an industry-first solution incorporating both ‘collaborative intelligence’ and ‘inbound transaction scoring’ that truly addresses the unique complexities of APP fraud,” said Eimear O’Connor, Chief Product Officer at Form3. “This award validates our joint efforts to create a safer and more secure payment ecosystem for all financial institutions and their customers.”

Meeting Regulatory Demands with Innovation

This innovative solution was launched in April 2024, ahead of new regulations from the Payment Systems Regulator that will mandate shared liability for APP fraud in the UK starting in October 2024. By offering a service that detects 95% of previously undetected fraud at market-standard false positive rates, the solution helps banks and financial institutions manage their liability while enhancing customer protection.

About Feedzai:

Feedzai is a leading provider of fraud prevention and anti-money laundering solutions, serving some of the world’s largest financial institutions. Powered by advanced machine learning, Feedzai’s technology secures trillions of dollars in transactions globally, protecting people and businesses from financial crime.

About Form3:

Form3 is the account-to-account payments platform. Founded In 2016, Form3 set out to revolutionize the world of payment processing and disrupt the traditional payment infrastructure model with an always-on, cloud-native, Payments-as-a-Service platform. Providing not only gateway services, its breadth and depth of solutions extend to fraud prevention, payments orchestration as well as data metrics. Today, Form3 is trusted by some of the UK’s and Europe’s biggest Tier1 banks and fastest-growing fintechs to handle their critical payments architecture. Form3 has been included in the 2024 Lazard T100 Index and was listed in the 2024 Top 100 Scale-ups in Europe. The company has also been awarded PayTech of the Year and Team of the Year for Form3’s Engineering Team at the UK Fintech Awards 2024, Accel Euroscape 2023 Top 100 Company, Tech of the Future for Banks & Financial Institutions 2023 by the Paytech Awards, and Engineering Team of the Year 2023 at the Europe Fintech Awards.

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ATLANTA, Oct. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Southeastern Laundry Equipment Sales (SLES), a leading provider of fully integrated commercial laundry solutions in the Southeastern United States, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Cochrane Repair Service, a specialized service-based company known for its expertise in commercial laundry equipment repair and maintenance in the Carolina’s. This strategic move further strengthens SLES’s commitment to delivering comprehensive, high-quality solutions to its expanding customer base.

Founded in 1983, Cochrane Repair Service has built a solid reputation for providing exceptional service and repair solutions across a variety of commercial laundry industries, including hospitality, healthcare, laundromats, and dry cleaning. As part of the acquisition, Jason Cochrane, second generation owner of Cochrane Repair Services, will be bringing his extensive industry knowledge and customer relationships to the organization.

“We are excited to welcome Cochrane Repair Service into the Southeastern Laundry family,” said Josh Schell, VP of Service & Parts at SLES. “Jason and his team’s deep expertise and commitment to service excellence perfectly align with our mission to provide superior, full-service commercial laundry solutions. This acquisition not only enhances our service capabilities but also expands our reach in supporting clients with critical maintenance and repair needs, continuing with our mission to be the industry leading distributor that’s “Built on Service.”

Jason Cochrane echoed the enthusiasm about the acquisition: “We are thrilled to join the SLES team and look forward to contributing to the company’s growth. Together, we will provide an unparalleled service offering, ensuring that our customers have the support they need to maximize the performance and longevity of their laundry equipment.”

The acquisition of Cochrane Repair Service represents SLES’s continued investment in expanding its service-based offerings and its vision of becoming the leading commercial laundry distribution and service provider in the Southeast.

About Southeastern Laundry Equipment Sales

Headquartered in Marietta, GA, Southeastern Laundry Equipment Sales serves clients across Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Tennessee, Kentucky, North Carolina, and South Carolina, offering comprehensive distribution, service, parts, revenue share, leasing, and chemical services. With a focus on reliability, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence, SLES has established itself as a reliable partner in the commercial laundry industry for nearly 50 years. SLES caters to clients of all sizes and scopes, providing customized solutions tailored to their unique requirements. SLES has cultivated enduring relationships with prominent laundry manufacturers, ensuring that its customers maintain access to innovative technologies and continue to benefit from the latest innovations in laundry equipment. https://selaundry.com

About Cochrane Repair Services 

Founded in 1983 by Charles Cochrane Jr, Cochrane Repair Service specializes in the maintenance, repair, and sales of commercial laundry equipment. With a focus on prompt, reliable service, the company has built long-standing relationships with clients across various sectors, providing essential support for the efficient operation of laundry facilities.

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