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New Playlist Celebrates Filmmaking Masters, Modern Dance Icons, and AI-Driven Careers Planet Classroom’s January 2025 Releases: Youth-Curated Stories for a Rapidly Changing World

NEW YORK, Jan. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Since its launch during the height of the pandemic, Planet Classroom has evolved into a global youth-led platform for creative expression, offering digital content for creators and innovators tackling today’s challenges and solutions. With over 135,000 subscribers and 40 cultural curators worldwide, Planet Classroom continues to expand its influence, presenting transformative stories and powerful ideas.

This January, Planet Classroom introduces Masters of Film, a new playlist celebrating acclaimed filmmakers from their earliest beginnings, including their time in film school, to their rise as creative pioneers. By showcasing works like Terry deRoy Gruber’s Not Just Any Flower, directed under the mentorship of Martin Scorsese, this series inspires today’s storytellers to learn from the greatest teachers of the past.

In addition, Planet Classroom proudly announces its collaboration with the Isadora Duncan Dance Company, bringing the timeless artistry of modern dance to a global audience. This partnership debuts with the captivating short film Lori Belilove Performs The Revolutionary, celebrating Duncan’s modern dance legacy and ensuring her revolutionary contributions continue to inspire future generations of creators.

Finally, the platform’s popular AI for a Better World series returns with Michael B. Horn’s episode, Future-Proof Your Career: Michael B. Horn on Navigating Jobs, AI, and Learning, delivering practical insights on navigating the evolving workforce and the role of lifelong learning in an AI-driven world.

Spotlight on Three Remarkable Releases

Masters of Film: Not Just Any Flower

Directed by Terry deRoy Gruber under the mentorship of Martin Scorsese, this surreal short comedy explores creativity born from chaos. A whimsical journey of inspiration and miscommunication, the film is part of the Museum of Modern Art’s (MoMA) permanent collection, cementing its place as an artistic classic.

Lori Belilove Performs The Revolutionary

Planet Classroom’s collaboration with the Isadora Duncan Dance Company brings Duncan’s legacy to life for a new generation. The debut short film showcases Belilove’s emotive interpretation of Duncan’s iconic work, blending its bold choreography with a contemporary lens.

AI for a Better World: Future-Proof Your Career: Michael B. Horn on Navigating Jobs, AI, and Learning

In this insightful episode, Michael B. Horn joins C.M. (Cathy) Rubin to discuss career innovation in an AI-driven world. Horn provides actionable strategies for lifelong learning, aligning personal goals with work, and thriving in today’s evolving job market.

January’s Full Lineup

In addition to these spotlighted titles, Planet Classroom presents a diverse range of films and performances:

Lars-Erik Larsson: Concertino for Trombone and String Orchestra, Op. 45 – A stunning classical performance from Bard College’s musicians.Please in Spanish – Directed by Patricia Seely, a heartfelt exploration of cultural identity and generational connection.5678 With a Chance of a Hurricane – Directed by Gunta Liepina Millere, a silent dance film celebrating movement amidst a storm.The Other You – Directed by Wadebe, a poignant story of dissociation and mental health.An AI Revolution in Calendar Management: Reclaim AI – Directed by Helen Cotrupi, showcasing cutting-edge productivity tools.Listening to Forests, Protecting Our Future – Produced by Michael O’Shea, a documentary on innovative rainforest conservation.Street Art Icons: Pioneers and Visionaries – Directed by Nikita Harris, a visual tribute to the legends of street art.

Curation Blueprint: A Mission for Lifelong Learning and Entertainment

Planet Classroom’s January releases exemplify its commitment to presenting youth-curated content that sparks creativity and critical thinking. Each title is carefully selected to engage audiences of all ages with transformative stories and innovative ideas.

“We believe in the power of youth to lead cultural change,” said C.M. (Cathy) Rubin. “Our January curation reflects the resilience, innovation, and artistic expression of young creators and thinkers who are shaping a better future.”

About Planet Classroom Network

Planet Classroom connects young changemakers with thought leaders and innovators to inspire global solutions. Through its acclaimed series Net Zero Speaks and Problem Solvers, the platform tackles critical issues such as climate change, sustainability, and technological innovation.

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David Wine, Planet Classroom Network, +1 (212) 439-8474, david@cmrubinworld.com, https://www.cmrubinworld.com/

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TPA Technologies Named A Workday Staffing Partner

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BOSTON, Jan. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — TPA technologies, a leading technology consulting firm, today announced that it has signed a partnership agreement with Workday, Inc. (NASDAQ: WDAY), a leading provider of solutions to help organizations manage their people and money. This partnership will expand and enhance TPA technologies’ ability to deliver Workday-certified talent to organizations implementing the Workday platform.

To meet the growing needs of clients, TPA technologies expanded its team of Workday experts to help connect top talent with Workday support opportunities. Led by Michael Wrightington, who brings 10 years of expertise in supporting the Workday ecosystem, its practice continues to thrive. As a Workday Partner, TPA technologies will offer clients the ability to work with a trusted partner that understands their needs and can provide the team needed to support their implementation and use of Workday.

“The need for Workday certified professionals continues, and we have to adapt to serve our clients and consultants,” said TPA technologies president Dan Hinckley. “Our ability to understand technology challenges and find the talent needed to solve them is at the heart of our team.”

Workday Financial Management, Workday Human Capital Management (HCM), and Workday Adaptive Planning support a full range of financial and people-based processes that help provide real-time operational visibility along with the speed and agility to plan for and adapt to business growth and change.

For more information on TPA technologies’ Workday Practice, visit: https://tpatechnologies.com/solutions/workday-services/

About TPA technologies 
TPA technologies is a leading technology consulting firm serving the information technology needs of national and international clients seeking “Staffing Solutions.” TPA is headquartered in Boston MA. www.tpatechnologies.com

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Elsayed Talaat Appointed President & CEO of Universities Space Research Association

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WASHINGTON, Jan. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Universities Space Research Association (USRA) announced today that Dr. Elsayed Talaat will join USRA as President and CEO, effective January 27. Dr. Talaat is an accomplished leader with a strong background in Atmospheric and Space Science and well-rounded experience with NOAA, NASA, and JHU/APL. Dr. Talaat has been responsible for programmatic and technical coordination with OSTP, the Department of Defense, other federal agencies, non-Federal agendas/industries, and international partners. Dr. Talaat was selected following an extensive national search undertaken by the USRA Board of Trustees, assisted by the executive search firm of Korn Ferry

Currently, Dr. Elsayed Talaat is the Director of the Office of Space Weather Observations at NESDIS, where he provides leadership and oversight in the development, acquisition, integration, installation, and acceptance of major system elements (spacecraft, instruments, launch services, and ground systems) for NOAA’s operational environmental satellite systems.

Before joining NOAA, Dr. Talaat was the Chief Scientist of the Heliophysics Division at NASA Headquarters. In this role, he directed overall development efforts for the Heliophysics space science program in Solar, Heliospheric, Magnetospheric, and Ionospheric, Thermospheric, and Mesospheric physics. Previously, he was a Program Scientist at NASA Headquarters where he served as Program Scientist for the Living with a Star mission and science line, grant research lines, and Heliophysics and Planetary missions.

Prior to joining NASA, he was Supervisor of the Earth and Planetary Atmospheres Section at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL), where his research focused on developing remote sensing techniques and data analysis and modeling of geophysical and planetary phenomena.

 “We are excited to welcome Dr. Talaat as the next CEO of USRA. We firmly believe he is the ideal leader to guide the organization into its next phase of growth and success,” said Gen Lester Lyles, Chair of the Board of Trustees. “Dr. Talaat brings extensive leadership experience and a strong track record of success from his time at NOAA, NASA, and APL, which will enhance USRA’s credibility and collaboration with these key agencies and with our University Association. He has demonstrated an exceptional ability to build coalitions with both existing and prospective partners, always with a focus on addressing future customer needs. Additionally, his forward-thinking vision for leveraging USRA’s unique University Association value proposition positions the organization for continued success. We are excited to see how Dr. Talaat will build upon Dr. Isaacson’s remarkable legacy and drive USRA towards an even brighter future.”

Dr. Talaat received his Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics and Astronautics Engineering from the University of Washington, and a Master of Science and Doctorate from the University of Michigan in Atmospheric and Space Sciences. He has authored or collaborated on over 60 journal papers and over 250 conference papers.

About USRA

Founded in 1969, under the auspices of the National Academy of Sciences at the request of the U.S. Government, the Universities Space Research Association (USRA) is a nonprofit corporation chartered to advance space-related science, technology, and engineering. USRA operates scientific institutes and facilities and conducts other major research and educational programs. It is an association with 121 university members. It engages the broader university community, employs in-house scientific talent, and offers innovative research, development, and project management expertise. More information about USRA is available at www.usra.edu.

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Neusoft Showcases Comprehensive AI-powered Solutions for Intelligent Mobility at CES 2025

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LAS VEGAS, Jan. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Neusoft Corporation (Neusoft, SSE:600718), an industry-leading information technology, products and solutions company for global market, attended the Consumer Electronics Show 2025 (CES) and showcased a comprehensive range of intelligent automotive products, solutions and services powered by AI and driven by data. Under the theme “Dive In”, CES 2025 highlights the rapid advancement of AI technologies and their infiltration into various industries. Having launched its intelligent solutions strategy early last year, Neusoft attracted great attention at CES, demonstrating its steadfast commitment to global cooperation in driving the digital and intelligent transformation of the automotive industry.

At the exhibition, Neusoft showcased its intelligent cockpit systems, intelligent communication terminals, global navigation, AR-HUD, as well as its full-stack, all-domain automotive software engineering services. Among the highlights of Neusoft’s display was its OneCoreGo Global In-vehicle Intelligent Mobility Solution 5.0. With “One Map, One Sight, and One Store” product system, this innovative solution integrates Neusoft’s years of software technology expertise, its Navigation Product Family (Global Navigation, EHP, ISA, DR), AR For Car products, and global ecosystem partners’ resources, to build a comprehensive and intelligent one-stop solution, enabling global automakers to cater to the diverse mobility demands of users worldwide and deliver exceptional in-vehicle intelligent mobility experience.

As a key technology and innovation partner of automakers in the era of Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV), Neusoft possesses over 30 years of experience in automotive software R&D and provides a comprehensive range of automotive products, solutions and services to automakers & tier1 suppliers for their SDV transformation. With a global R&D and delivery network centered in China, Germany, Japan, US, and Malaysia, Neusoft’s automotive products and services have been applied to 1,800+ vehicle models, across 100+ countries, serving 50+ globally renowned automakers.

Looking into the future, Neusoft will stay aligned with the latest industry trends and evolving customer demands, continuously innovate in technology and products, collaborate with global ecosystem partners, to drive the mobility experience towards a future of unparalleled connectivity and intelligence.

For more information about Neusoft, please visit www.neusoft.com.

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