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AUSTIN, Texas, March 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Texas Healthcare & Bioscience Institute (THBI), the statewide public policy voice of the healthcare and bioscience industry, today released a comprehensive report outlining a strategic vision for strengthening Texas’ life sciences and biotechnology ecosystem. “Texas Life Sciences: Driving Innovation, Patient Care & Economic Growth” highlights the state’s rapid growth in bioscience employment, research investment, and innovation while offering actionable recommendations to sustain long-term leadership in the industry.

Texas has emerged as one of the nation’s leading bioscience hubs, leveraging its extensive research infrastructure, expanding workforce, and business-friendly environment. According to the report, the state’s bioscience industry employed 129,245 individuals across 9,212 establishments in 2023, representing 21.6% employment growth since 2019.

The report highlights the scale and momentum of the Texas bioscience sector:

• $4.6 billion in bioscience-related academic research and development expenditures in 2022, ranking third nationally

• $1.8 billion in NIH funding awarded to Texas institutions in 2023, a 34% increase since 2019

• $8.7 billion in venture capital investment raised by Texas bioscience companies between 2019 and 2023, ranking fifth nationally

• Nearly 8,000 bioscience-related patents attributed to Texas inventors between 2019 and 2023, ranking ninth nationally

The report also outlines several policy and ecosystem recommendations designed to strengthen Texas’ leadership in life sciences and biotechnology, and calls for deeper collaboration between government, academia, and industry to modernize research infrastructure, accelerate commercialization of discoveries, and expand access to emerging technologies.

As the statewide organization representing the life science and biotechnology industry, THBI aims to use this report as a roadmap for policymakers, industry leaders, researchers, and educators to collaborate in strengthening Texas’ global competitiveness. By fostering innovation, supporting workforce development, and enhancing research and manufacturing capacity, Texas can continue to drive advancements in healthcare, biotechnology, and economic growth for decades to come.

The full report can be found at https://www.thbi.com/industry-reports.

The report is being released in conjunction with the annual Texas Life Sciences Summit, hosted by the Texas Healthcare and Bioscience Institute, which kicks off Tuesday, March 31 and runs through April 1 in Austin. The Summit convenes leaders from across the healthcare, biotechnology, research, and policy communities to explore the trends, investments, and innovations shaping the future of life sciences in Texas. The report serves as a timely foundation for these discussions, offering data-driven insights and strategic recommendations to inform collaboration and accelerate growth across the state’s ecosystem. Media wishing to attend the Summit should contact media@crosswindpr.com.

About the Texas Healthcare and Bioscience Institute
The Texas Healthcare and Bioscience Institute (THBI) is the Texas public policy voice for the healthcare and bioscience industry. The Texas life sciences industry is committed to expanding the boundaries of science by discovering, developing, and delivering innovative and needed medications to patients. It is the patient that is the ultimate beneficiary of such advances. The membership of THBI is dedicated to creating an environment where such discoveries flourish and thrive. For more information on THBI and upcoming events celebrating its 30th anniversary, please visit www.thbi.com or contact info@thbi.com.

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The article outlines how layered planting supports year-round beauty, plant health, and balanced garden design.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., March 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — How can homeowners design a landscape that stays visually appealing throughout the year while supporting plant health and the surrounding environment? HelloNation has published a HelloNation article that provides the answer, featuring insights from Landscaping Expert Jeremy Windemuller of Grand Rapids, Michigan.

The HelloNation article explains that successful landscape design begins with structure, starting with trees as the foundation. Trees create vertical interest, define space, and provide shade that influences the rest of the garden. The article notes that selecting species suited to site conditions is essential, as proper placement supports long-term growth and reduces maintenance challenges.

The article describes how shrubs form the next layer in a well-balanced landscape. Positioned between trees and ground-level plantings, shrubs help create visual continuity while adding seasonal color and texture. Flowering shrubs extend visual interest across the growing season, while evergreen varieties maintain structure during colder months.

Perennials are presented as a key element for maintaining seasonal variety. The article explains that choosing plants with staggered bloom times helps ensure that color and texture shift naturally from spring through fall. It also emphasizes grouping plants with similar light and soil needs, which improves plant health and simplifies care routines.

The article’s landscaping expert insights highlight the importance of matching plant choices to specific garden conditions. Sunny areas benefit from drought-tolerant groupings, while shaded spaces require plants suited to cooler, moister environments. This approach supports stronger growth and reduces the need for constant intervention.

The article further explains that annual flowers and groundcovers complete the layered design. These elements fill visual gaps and provide additional color and texture near ground level. Groundcovers also serve practical roles, including moisture retention, weed suppression, and erosion control, which contribute to overall landscape stability.

Beyond plant selection, the article emphasizes thoughtful arrangement. It explains that placing taller elements toward the back and shorter plants toward the front creates depth and improves visibility. This layered approach ensures that each plant receives sufficient light while contributing to a cohesive design.

Seasonal planning is another central focus. The article describes how different plant types contribute to year-round appeal, from early spring blooms to summer color, autumn foliage, and winter structure. Evergreens and ornamental grasses help maintain visual interest even when other plants are dormant.

The HelloNation article also highlights environmental benefits. Layered planting supports biodiversity by providing habitat for birds and pollinators. Trees and shrubs offer shelter, while flowering plants provide nectar sources. Groundcovers protect soil health, creating a more resilient and sustainable ecosystem.

The Landscaping Expert perspectives presented in the article reinforce the idea that effective garden design combines both aesthetic and practical considerations. By focusing on plant compatibility, layered structure, and seasonal variation, homeowners can create landscapes that remain functional and visually engaging over time.

The article concludes that mixing shrubs, trees, and flowers effectively requires careful planning and an understanding of how different plant layers interact. A well-designed landscape supports both long-term beauty and ecological balance, making it a valuable investment for homeowners.

Mixing Shrubs, Trees, and Flowers Effectively features insights from Jeremy Windemuller, Landscaping Expert of Grand Rapids, Michigan, in HelloNation.

About HelloNation
HelloNation is a premier media platform that connects readers with trusted professionals and businesses across various industries. Through its innovative “edvertising” approach that blends educational content with storytelling, HelloNation delivers expert-driven, good-news articles that inform, inspire, and empower. Covering topics from home improvement and health to business strategy and lifestyle, HelloNation highlights leaders making a meaningful impact in their communities.

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The article outlines how layered planting supports year-round beauty, plant health, and balanced garden design.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., March 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — How can homeowners design a landscape that stays visually appealing throughout the year while supporting plant health and the surrounding environment? HelloNation has published a HelloNation article that provides the answer, featuring insights from Landscaping Expert Jeremy Windemuller of Grand Rapids, Michigan.

The HelloNation article explains that successful landscape design begins with structure, starting with trees as the foundation. Trees create vertical interest, define space, and provide shade that influences the rest of the garden. The article notes that selecting species suited to site conditions is essential, as proper placement supports long-term growth and reduces maintenance challenges.

The article describes how shrubs form the next layer in a well-balanced landscape. Positioned between trees and ground-level plantings, shrubs help create visual continuity while adding seasonal color and texture. Flowering shrubs extend visual interest across the growing season, while evergreen varieties maintain structure during colder months.

Perennials are presented as a key element for maintaining seasonal variety. The article explains that choosing plants with staggered bloom times helps ensure that color and texture shift naturally from spring through fall. It also emphasizes grouping plants with similar light and soil needs, which improves plant health and simplifies care routines.

The article’s landscaping expert insights highlight the importance of matching plant choices to specific garden conditions. Sunny areas benefit from drought-tolerant groupings, while shaded spaces require plants suited to cooler, moister environments. This approach supports stronger growth and reduces the need for constant intervention.

The article further explains that annual flowers and groundcovers complete the layered design. These elements fill visual gaps and provide additional color and texture near ground level. Groundcovers also serve practical roles, including moisture retention, weed suppression, and erosion control, which contribute to overall landscape stability.

Beyond plant selection, the article emphasizes thoughtful arrangement. It explains that placing taller elements toward the back and shorter plants toward the front creates depth and improves visibility. This layered approach ensures that each plant receives sufficient light while contributing to a cohesive design.

Seasonal planning is another central focus. The article describes how different plant types contribute to year-round appeal, from early spring blooms to summer color, autumn foliage, and winter structure. Evergreens and ornamental grasses help maintain visual interest even when other plants are dormant.

The HelloNation article also highlights environmental benefits. Layered planting supports biodiversity by providing habitat for birds and pollinators. Trees and shrubs offer shelter, while flowering plants provide nectar sources. Groundcovers protect soil health, creating a more resilient and sustainable ecosystem.

The Landscaping Expert perspectives presented in the article reinforce the idea that effective garden design combines both aesthetic and practical considerations. By focusing on plant compatibility, layered structure, and seasonal variation, homeowners can create landscapes that remain functional and visually engaging over time.

The article concludes that mixing shrubs, trees, and flowers effectively requires careful planning and an understanding of how different plant layers interact. A well-designed landscape supports both long-term beauty and ecological balance, making it a valuable investment for homeowners.

Mixing Shrubs, Trees, and Flowers Effectively features insights from Jeremy Windemuller, Landscaping Expert of Grand Rapids, Michigan, in HelloNation.

About HelloNation
HelloNation is a premier media platform that connects readers with trusted professionals and businesses across various industries. Through its innovative “edvertising” approach that blends educational content with storytelling, HelloNation delivers expert-driven, good-news articles that inform, inspire, and empower. Covering topics from home improvement and health to business strategy and lifestyle, HelloNation highlights leaders making a meaningful impact in their communities.

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SOURCE HelloNation

BEL AIR, Md., March 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Maryland American Water today announced the company, together with the American Water Charitable Foundation, provided $196,000 to support 54 organizations in 2025.

“At Maryland American Water, our work extends beyond providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable water services to our customers,” said Maryland American Water President Laura Runkle. “Together with the American Water Charitable Foundation, we’re committed to supporting organizations that make our communities a better place to live and operate.”

In addition, Maryland American Water employees engaged in philanthropy, raising $14,175 and volunteering 55 hours to local nonprofit organizations through the Foundation’s Employee Volunteer and Matching Gift Program.

“The American Water Charitable Foundation is proud to partner with eligible nonprofit partners to support impactful initiatives and projects across Maryland,” said Carrie Williams, President, American Water Charitable Foundation. “Our charitable focus to Keep Communities Flowing empowers our employees to get involved and our communities to learn how every drop counts.”

Maryland-based organizations supported by the American Water Charitable Foundation in 2025 include:

• Anne Arundel Watershed Stewards Academy
• Alzheimer’s Association
• Bel Air Middle School & Bel Air Middle School PTA, Inc.
• Chrysalis House, Inc.
• Chesapeake Conservancy, Inc.
• Greater Bel Air Community Foundation, Inc.
• Harford Community Action Agency
• Maryland Association for Environmental & Outdoor Education, Inc.
• Nature Worx
• The Rockfield Foundation, Inc.
• The United Way of Central Maryland, Inc.
• Voices of Hope
• Winter Wonderland, Inc.

The American Water Charitable Foundation’s Keep Communities Flowing Grant Program focuses on three pillars of giving: Water, People, and Communities. Since 2012, the Foundation has invested more than $25 million in funding through grants and matching gifts to support eligible organizations in communities served by American Water.  

To learn more about Maryland American Water’s community involvement, read the company’s 2025 Community Impact Report.

About Maryland American Water
Maryland American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, provides safe, clean, reliable and affordable water services to approximately 24,000 people. For more information, visit www.amwater.com/mdaw/ and join Maryland American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, and X.

About the American Water Charitable Foundation
The American Water Charitable Foundation, a philanthropic non-profit organization established by American Water (NYSE: AWK), focuses on three pillars of giving: Water, People, and Communities. Since 2012, the Foundation has invested more than $25 million in funding through grants and matching gifts to support eligible organizations in communities served by American Water. The Foundation is funded by American Water shareholders and has no impact on customer rates. For more information, visit amwater.com/awcf.

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Genius Tracker™ system completes IEEE 693 high-performance level earthquake testing at UC Berkeley’s PEER Lab

NORWALK, Conn., March 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — GameChange Solar, a leading global supplier of solar tracker and fixed-tilt racking technology, announced the successful completion of the industry’s first full-scale seismic shake table testing program for its Genius Tracker™ system at UC Berkeley’s Pacific Earthquake Engineering Research (PEER) Center. The testing was conducted in accordance with IEEE 693 seismic design standards, simulating extreme earthquake conditions representative of high-risk regions such as the New Madrid Seismic Zone. This testing represents one of the most intense credible seismic scenarios for a U.S. solar installation.

A full-scale tracker system with mounted PV modules was subjected to progressively increasing seismic inputs, including broadband excitation and high-performance-level testing up to 2.5g spectral acceleration.

The system demonstrated strong performance across multiple configurations and test intensities:

• No structural damage to key components, including torque tubes, bearings, posts, and actuators.
• Seismic design features, including GameChange’s proprietary Lateral Capture System, engaged as intended and effectively redistributed loads during testing.
• No module microcracking or meaningful power loss, with degradation under 1% of the PV modules used during the testing
• Full system functionality was maintained by the tracker motor after testing.

“As solar expands into seismic-risk regions like California, Chile, and the New Madrid Fault Zone, the industry has had negligible real-world data on how modern utility scale trackers and modules perform in an earthquake,” said Scott Van Pelt, Chief Engineer at GameChange Solar. “This test changes that. We now have conclusive evidence that a solar tracking system, such as GameChange’s Genius Tracker, can be designed to withstand the forces associated with a meaningful earthquake.”

The results of this testing are covered in the White Paper “Seismic Shake Table Testing of Single Axis Solar Trackers,” which is available upon request from GameChange Solar’s website. Furthermore, this testing was presented as part of a pv magazine webinar, on how shake table testing shows earthquake resilience of solar trackers, which aired on March 18^th and available here.

A seismic failure at a solar plant could mean widespread module damage, costly repairs, months of lost generation, and potentially dangerous conditions for O&M personnel. By establishing an empirical performance baseline now, GCS is enabling project developers, asset owners, and insurers to make more informed decisions about seismic risk and provide a credible engineering foundation for sites in high-hazard zones.

Independent validation by the Renewable Energy Test Center (RETC) in Fremont, CA confirmed the system remained in good physical and operating condition following the test campaign.

These results demonstrate that the Genius Tracker system is engineered to deliver reliability, and performance in high seismic environments, supporting solar deployment in some of the world’s most demanding conditions.

About GameChange Solar

GameChange Solar is one of the top three global providers of solar tracker solutions used in utility-scale and ground-mounted distributed generation solar projects around the world. We have delivered over 58 GW of solar tracker and fixed tilt systems that combine fast installation, bankable quality, and unbeatable value through superior engineering, innovative design, and high-volume manufacturing. Our products enable solar panels at power plants to follow the sun’s movement across the sky and optimize plant performance while protecting the array from damaging weather conditions.

For more information about GameChange Solar and its solar tracking solutions, visit www.gamechangesolar.com.

Media Contact

Lisa Andrews

Director of Marketing, GameChange Solar

lisa.andrews@gamechangesolar.com

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Riders can receive 20% off Pacific Surfliner fares this summer during the soccer tournament.

LOS ANGELES, March 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As Southern California prepares to welcome the world for a summer of internationally watched soccer matches, the Los Angeles – San Diego – San Luis Obispo (LOSSAN) Rail Corridor Agency, which manages the Amtrak® Pacific Surfliner® service, and Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board announced a new partnership today designed to help fans experience Los Angeles and the greater Southern California region with ease—on match days and beyond.

Whether traveling from San Diego, Orange County, Ventura, or other coastal destinations, soccer fans can rely on the Pacific Surfliner train service as a stress-free, scenic way to arrive in Los Angeles for June and July matches. Travelers can also use the train to attend fan events and explore beaches, attractions, and cultural destinations throughout Southern California during their stay.

Pacific Surfliner now offers an additional daily roundtrip between San Diego and Los Angeles, giving fans more flexibility to build unforgettable memories on and off the field. Fans across Southern California will experience this partnership firsthand as a brightly wrapped train car travels along the 351-mile coastal corridor to build excitement, celebrate the region, and remind riders of the world’s most-watched soccer matches coming to Los Angeles this summer.

“Southern California is built for moments like this – world-class sports, iconic destinations, and a connected coastline,” said Jason Jewell, LOSSAN Rail Corridor Agency Managing Director. “By partnering with the Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board, we’re making it easier for soccer fans from around the globe, as well as local supporters, to experience Los Angeles without the stress of traffic or parking, while also discovering everything Southern California has to offer.”

As part of the partnership, travelers can unlock a 20% discount on Pacific Surfliner fares to and from Los Angeles during the tournament period:

• Save 20% on train travel
• Valid for travel between May 1, 2026 – July 15, 2026
• Book at PacificSurfliner.com

“Los Angeles is ready to welcome fans from near and far this summer,” said Eileen Hanson, Chief Marketing Officer of the Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board. “Pacific Surfliner makes it easy for visitors to experience LA like a local by arriving sustainably, exploring beyond the stadium, and discovering the diverse neighborhoods, beaches, and iconic attractions that make Los Angeles such a dynamic global destination.”

Fans can find official event listings and regional activations by visiting LA Tourism’s 39‑day calendar of experiences. One of the Fan Zone special events will take place at Union Station on June 25 to 28, 2026, making Pacific Surfliner one of the easiest ways to experience the excitement – no parking required.

Most Pacific Surfliner trains offer spacious seating, free Wi-Fi, a café car, and sweeping coastal views, making the journey part of the experience. Visitors can arrive directly in downtown Los Angeles or easily connect to the Metro World Cup direct shuttle, local transit, rideshare, and event venues before continuing their adventure to coastal cities like San Diego, Santa Barbara, and San Luis Obispo.

For soccer fans planning a summer trip centered around the world’s biggest matches, Pacific Surfliner and Los Angeles Tourism offer a winning combination: convenient rail travel, exclusive savings, and a front-row seat to everything Southern California has to offer.

For more information and to book travel, visit PacificSurfliner.com/soccer2026

About the Amtrak^® Pacific Surfliner^®
The Pacific Surfliner travels along a 351-mile coastal rail route through San Diego, Orange, Los Angeles, Ventura, Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties, serving 29 stations. It is the second busiest state-supported intercity passenger rail route in the United States. To learn more and plan a trip, visit pacificsurfliner.com.

About the LOSSAN Rail Corridor Agency
The Los Angeles – San Diego – San Luis Obispo (LOSSAN) Rail Corridor Agency is a joint powers authority overseeing the management of the Amtrak Pacific Surfliner service. Comprised of rail owners, operators and planning agencies along the 351-mile LOSSAN rail corridor, the Agency strives to improve passenger rail ridership, revenue, on-time performance, operational flexibility and safety along its service area. The Orange County Transportation Authority provides all necessary administrative support for the LOSSAN Agency and its Board. For more information, visit the LOSSAN website.

About Los Angeles Tourism
Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board (Los Angeles Tourism) is the non-profit destination marketing and sales organization for the Los Angeles tourism industry and the ultimate resource for where to stay and play in the LA area. Los Angeles is a dynamic, ever-evolving destination – where diversity thrives, and everyone is welcome. Discover the true LA by exploring its more than 30 culturally rich neighborhoods, each one offering a distinct vibe. LA is home to more than 300 days of warm sunshine, 75 miles of idyllic shoreline, more museums and performing arts venues than any other U.S. city, and an innovative culinary scene led by influential tastemakers. A global creative capital and the epicenter of the sports universe, LA presents limitless possibilities for visitors from around the world. For more information, visit discoverlosangeles.com, follow at facebook.com/DiscoverLosAngeles, or @discoverLA on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok.  

FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Jason Jewell, LOSSAN Agency
JJewell@octa.net

FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Dani Hannah, Pacific Surfliner
pacificsurfliner@theabbiagency.com

Melissa Yunk, LA Tourism
MYunk@latourism.org

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For two years, Abre has helped ALAS build a robust membership site to connect data, community, and leadership development for districts serving Latino students nationwide

CINCINNATI, March 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Abre, K-12’s #1 modern data solution, and the Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) are deepening their partnership after two years spent collaboratively building a robust membership site that promotes the ALAS mission to support district and school leaders who serve Latino students nationwide.

This mission-driven alliance brings together two organizations with deeply aligned values. ALAS is committed to developing school and district leaders who ensure Latino students, who comprise approximately 30 percent of the school-age population, receive equitable access to quality education, a goal that aligns with Abre’s mission to open learning communities by connecting what matters.

“ALAS strives to partner with organizations that truly support our mission, as Abre does. Our work together has allowed us to support our members in ways we could not readily do on our own,” said Ulysses Navarrete, Executive Director of ALAS. “Abre truly understands our mission, and the technology they’ve built for us reflects that. That level of sustained investment is what makes this partnership so meaningful.”

As ALAS’s technology partner, Abre is responsible for designing and supporting the organization’s full digital presence, providing it with the infrastructure of a much larger organization without the operational overhead from its public-facing website to its member community platform and annual National Summit site. The company also actively participates in ALAS’s learning community by engaging directly with members, contributing to professional conversations, and supporting the networks the organization has built across nearly 20 state and regional affiliate chapters which serve more than 31 million students collectively.

“We are proud to partner with ALAS. We share a belief that when the right data reaches the right leaders, student outcomes improve,” said Zach Vander Veen, co-founder and Chief Innovation Officer at Abre. “Our close connection to ALAS’s members, which are among the most experienced and mission-driven district leaders in the country, gives us a phenomenal opportunity to better understand where K–12 data infrastructure must go next. As AI, data governance, and district technology evolve rapidly, Abre’s ongoing partnership with ALAS helps shape our approach, ensuring our tools reflect the real complexity of the communities they serve.”

For superintendents and central office administrators in the ALAS network, the partnership opens opportunities to Abre’s core platform capabilities, which are purpose-built to help school leaders understand what’s happening with students and respond with confidence.

Abre’s Student360 consolidates data from across a district’s entire EdTech stack, including student information systems; learning management systems; assessment platforms; and more, to give administrators a real-time, 360-degree view of each learner across academics, wellness, attendance, behavior, and career readiness. Districts using Abre have documented outcomes including 35%+ improvements in chronic absenteeism, stronger MTSS implementation, and more confident budget and program decisions grounded in real evidence.

With hundreds of districts served nationally and a $24M Series A investment behind its continued growth, Abre is positioned to deepen its support of ALAS and its member organizations in the years ahead, expanding what’s possible when technology, leadership development, and student equity work together.

About Abre
Abre provides data analytics and engagement solutions for K–12 schools and educational organizations. Abre helps school districts streamline data, improve operational efficiency, strengthen engagement, and support confident decision-making, enabling leaders and stakeholders to focus on student success and improve district-wide outcomes. Learn more about Abre at abre.com.

About the Association of Latino Administrators & Superintendents (ALAS)
The Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents [ALAS] is committed to providing a perspective to all aspiring school and district administrators, including superintendents, through programs, services, advocacy and networks rooted in Latino experiences and culture. Our Vision, Mission and Goals are to provide leadership at the national level that assures every school in America effectively serves the educational needs of all students with an emphasis on Latino and other historically marginalized youth through continuous professional learning, policy advocacy, and networking to share practices of promise for our students and the communities where we serve.

By the year 2026, Latino children will make up 30 percent of the school-age population. In the nation’s largest states – California, Texas, Florida, and New York, all of whom are ALAS State Affiliates – Latinos already have reached that level. It is of vital interest to invest in the education of every child, and the professional learning of all educators who serve Latino youth.

Media Contact
Jon Kannenberg
jon.kannenberg@finnpartners.com

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For two years, Abre has helped ALAS build a robust membership site to connect data, community, and leadership development for districts serving Latino students nationwide

CINCINNATI, March 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Abre, K-12’s #1 modern data solution, and the Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) are deepening their partnership after two years spent collaboratively building a robust membership site that promotes the ALAS mission to support district and school leaders who serve Latino students nationwide.

This mission-driven alliance brings together two organizations with deeply aligned values. ALAS is committed to developing school and district leaders who ensure Latino students, who comprise approximately 30 percent of the school-age population, receive equitable access to quality education, a goal that aligns with Abre’s mission to open learning communities by connecting what matters.

“ALAS strives to partner with organizations that truly support our mission, as Abre does. Our work together has allowed us to support our members in ways we could not readily do on our own,” said Ulysses Navarrete, Executive Director of ALAS. “Abre truly understands our mission, and the technology they’ve built for us reflects that. That level of sustained investment is what makes this partnership so meaningful.”

As ALAS’s technology partner, Abre is responsible for designing and supporting the organization’s full digital presence, providing it with the infrastructure of a much larger organization without the operational overhead from its public-facing website to its member community platform and annual National Summit site. The company also actively participates in ALAS’s learning community by engaging directly with members, contributing to professional conversations, and supporting the networks the organization has built across nearly 20 state and regional affiliate chapters which serve more than 31 million students collectively.

“We are proud to partner with ALAS. We share a belief that when the right data reaches the right leaders, student outcomes improve,” said Zach Vander Veen, co-founder and Chief Innovation Officer at Abre. “Our close connection to ALAS’s members, which are among the most experienced and mission-driven district leaders in the country, gives us a phenomenal opportunity to better understand where K–12 data infrastructure must go next. As AI, data governance, and district technology evolve rapidly, Abre’s ongoing partnership with ALAS helps shape our approach, ensuring our tools reflect the real complexity of the communities they serve.”

For superintendents and central office administrators in the ALAS network, the partnership opens opportunities to Abre’s core platform capabilities, which are purpose-built to help school leaders understand what’s happening with students and respond with confidence.

Abre’s Student360 consolidates data from across a district’s entire EdTech stack, including student information systems; learning management systems; assessment platforms; and more, to give administrators a real-time, 360-degree view of each learner across academics, wellness, attendance, behavior, and career readiness. Districts using Abre have documented outcomes including 35%+ improvements in chronic absenteeism, stronger MTSS implementation, and more confident budget and program decisions grounded in real evidence.

With hundreds of districts served nationally and a $24M Series A investment behind its continued growth, Abre is positioned to deepen its support of ALAS and its member organizations in the years ahead, expanding what’s possible when technology, leadership development, and student equity work together.

About Abre
Abre provides data analytics and engagement solutions for K–12 schools and educational organizations. Abre helps school districts streamline data, improve operational efficiency, strengthen engagement, and support confident decision-making, enabling leaders and stakeholders to focus on student success and improve district-wide outcomes. Learn more about Abre at abre.com.

About the Association of Latino Administrators & Superintendents (ALAS)
The Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents [ALAS] is committed to providing a perspective to all aspiring school and district administrators, including superintendents, through programs, services, advocacy and networks rooted in Latino experiences and culture. Our Vision, Mission and Goals are to provide leadership at the national level that assures every school in America effectively serves the educational needs of all students with an emphasis on Latino and other historically marginalized youth through continuous professional learning, policy advocacy, and networking to share practices of promise for our students and the communities where we serve.

By the year 2026, Latino children will make up 30 percent of the school-age population. In the nation’s largest states – California, Texas, Florida, and New York, all of whom are ALAS State Affiliates – Latinos already have reached that level. It is of vital interest to invest in the education of every child, and the professional learning of all educators who serve Latino youth.

Media Contact
Jon Kannenberg
jon.kannenberg@finnpartners.com

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The new entity combines BamCore’s patented framing systems with decentralized fabrication for high-speed, low-labor, low-carbon residential construction across North America

HINES, Ore., March 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — PrimeTech announced today its launch as the strategic successor to BamCore. Formed to acquire and commercialize the patented and award-winning PrimeWall framing technology, PrimeTech enters the market with a sharpened focus on scalability, partnering with Lewis and Clark Industrial (LCI) to deploy AI-Driven, automated fabrication lines designed to address the construction industry’s twin challenges of labor shortages and construction cycle time.

Using the PrimeWall^™ technology, PrimeTech will implement an outsourced distributed fabrication strategy that leverages compact, highly automated CNC lines with printed-on-panel mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and insulation (MEPI) installation instructions. Today, 98% of all walls are still fabricated on-site by hand. These distributed off-site wall fabrication lines can be operated alongside the more than 2,200 off-site truss manufacturing lines in the US and Canada, where over 65% of roof trusses are already fabricated off-site. This localized production strategy integrates seamlessly into existing supply chains, reducing logistical complexity and enabling rapid adoption.

Scaling to Solve Labor Constraints
“Earlier versions of the PrimeWall proved that low-carbon, panelized framing can radically reduce skilled labor, accelerate construction schedules, and deliver superior thermal and acoustic performance,” said Hal Hinkle, CEO of PrimeTech. “With PrimeTech, we are taking that disruptive value proposition and solving the logistics of distributed off-site fabrication while further compressing cycle time for builders. By developing new AI-Driven design-for-manufacturing digital workflows with a distributed manufacturing footprint, we can make this technology accessible to high-demand markets across the U.S. and Canada.”

Central in this expansion is LCI, the long-time machinery and engineering collaborator in the development of the PrimeWall. LCI will operate the first two fabrication centers and provide the advanced machinery required to realize PrimeTech’s decentralized vision.

“LCI has spent years refining the machinery behind the PrimeWall system, and we are thrilled to help bring this next-generation platform to market,” said Tom Scott, President and owner of LCI. “By pairing automated fabrication and on-panel printing lines with a nimble distributed footprint, we can deliver fast, low-waste framing solutions closer to where builders actually build, significantly reducing shipping costs and lead times.”

Operational Timeline and Strategic Leadership
Early deliveries of the PrimeTech PrimeWall will begin soon. David Gensler, former co-CEO of Gensler—the world’s largest architecture and design firm—will serve as Chairman of the Board. Mike Farmer, former President, Commercial Operations, Builders FirstSource, Inc., will serve as Vice-Chair.

“By automating more of the digital design process with AI, the new PrimeWall technology will help compress and simplify the design-to-construction phase in the residential markets,” said Gensler.

“In residential construction, walls are the operating system. Every trade touches them and every delay runs through them. If you simplify and digitize the wall system, you simplify the entire build. PrimeWall can frame a production home in roughly two hours, and when combined with AI-Driven design and distributed fabrication, it fundamentally changes labor math and cycle time at scale. That’s what makes this transformative,” added Mike Farmer.

Also joining to lead the company are Zack Zimmerman as Chief Commercial/Revenue Officer and Nich Allan, P.E. as Chief Product Officer, both formerly with BamCore.

Prime24: The Next Evolution in Framing
Initial deliveries will feature the latest generation of PrimeWall, “Prime24+”, engineered to outperform conventional stud framing in speed, thermal efficiency, and acoustic isolation.

Key capabilities of Prime24+ include:

• Structural Capacity: Engineered for 5-plus-story construction.
• Resilience: Meets stringent performance conditions, including Miami-Dade–level hurricane loads, unlocking mid-rise and coastal markets.
• AI-Enhanced Efficiency: Employs AI for digital job design and precision on-panel printing reducing digital design labor by over 70% and enabling envelope optimization savings of up to 15% for builders, while minimizing job site errors.

The expanded digital design platform will incorporate design and procurement services to further reduce cycle times and building costs.

Distributed Fabrication Model
Looking ahead, PrimeTech will deploy a capital-efficient outsourced manufacturing model. Each fabrication line can operate in as little as 10,000 square feet of floor space and requires a modest capital investment. The strategy creates a repeatable model designed to be co-located with truss plants across North America.

By embedding its technology into this existing network, PrimeTech aims to bypass the logistical bottlenecks of traditional pre-fab construction, and establish a scalable platform for the future of industrialized wall-based construction.

For more information, please visit our website primetech.BUILD or contact info@primetech.build

Media Contact:
Tobe Sheldon
707-477-6879
409750@email4pr.com

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The new entity combines BamCore’s patented framing systems with decentralized fabrication for high-speed, low-labor, low-carbon residential construction across North America

HINES, Ore., March 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — PrimeTech announced today its launch as the strategic successor to BamCore. Formed to acquire and commercialize the patented and award-winning PrimeWall framing technology, PrimeTech enters the market with a sharpened focus on scalability, partnering with Lewis and Clark Industrial (LCI) to deploy AI-Driven, automated fabrication lines designed to address the construction industry’s twin challenges of labor shortages and construction cycle time.

Using the PrimeWall^™ technology, PrimeTech will implement an outsourced distributed fabrication strategy that leverages compact, highly automated CNC lines with printed-on-panel mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and insulation (MEPI) installation instructions. Today, 98% of all walls are still fabricated on-site by hand. These distributed off-site wall fabrication lines can be operated alongside the more than 2,200 off-site truss manufacturing lines in the US and Canada, where over 65% of roof trusses are already fabricated off-site. This localized production strategy integrates seamlessly into existing supply chains, reducing logistical complexity and enabling rapid adoption.

Scaling to Solve Labor Constraints
“Earlier versions of the PrimeWall proved that low-carbon, panelized framing can radically reduce skilled labor, accelerate construction schedules, and deliver superior thermal and acoustic performance,” said Hal Hinkle, CEO of PrimeTech. “With PrimeTech, we are taking that disruptive value proposition and solving the logistics of distributed off-site fabrication while further compressing cycle time for builders. By developing new AI-Driven design-for-manufacturing digital workflows with a distributed manufacturing footprint, we can make this technology accessible to high-demand markets across the U.S. and Canada.”

Central in this expansion is LCI, the long-time machinery and engineering collaborator in the development of the PrimeWall. LCI will operate the first two fabrication centers and provide the advanced machinery required to realize PrimeTech’s decentralized vision.

“LCI has spent years refining the machinery behind the PrimeWall system, and we are thrilled to help bring this next-generation platform to market,” said Tom Scott, President and owner of LCI. “By pairing automated fabrication and on-panel printing lines with a nimble distributed footprint, we can deliver fast, low-waste framing solutions closer to where builders actually build, significantly reducing shipping costs and lead times.”

Operational Timeline and Strategic Leadership
Early deliveries of the PrimeTech PrimeWall will begin soon. David Gensler, former co-CEO of Gensler—the world’s largest architecture and design firm—will serve as Chairman of the Board. Mike Farmer, former President, Commercial Operations, Builders FirstSource, Inc., will serve as Vice-Chair.

“By automating more of the digital design process with AI, the new PrimeWall technology will help compress and simplify the design-to-construction phase in the residential markets,” said Gensler.

“In residential construction, walls are the operating system. Every trade touches them and every delay runs through them. If you simplify and digitize the wall system, you simplify the entire build. PrimeWall can frame a production home in roughly two hours, and when combined with AI-Driven design and distributed fabrication, it fundamentally changes labor math and cycle time at scale. That’s what makes this transformative,” added Mike Farmer.

Also joining to lead the company are Zack Zimmerman as Chief Commercial/Revenue Officer and Nich Allan, P.E. as Chief Product Officer, both formerly with BamCore.

Prime24: The Next Evolution in Framing
Initial deliveries will feature the latest generation of PrimeWall, “Prime24+”, engineered to outperform conventional stud framing in speed, thermal efficiency, and acoustic isolation.

Key capabilities of Prime24+ include:

• Structural Capacity: Engineered for 5-plus-story construction.
• Resilience: Meets stringent performance conditions, including Miami-Dade–level hurricane loads, unlocking mid-rise and coastal markets.
• AI-Enhanced Efficiency: Employs AI for digital job design and precision on-panel printing reducing digital design labor by over 70% and enabling envelope optimization savings of up to 15% for builders, while minimizing job site errors.

The expanded digital design platform will incorporate design and procurement services to further reduce cycle times and building costs.

Distributed Fabrication Model
Looking ahead, PrimeTech will deploy a capital-efficient outsourced manufacturing model. Each fabrication line can operate in as little as 10,000 square feet of floor space and requires a modest capital investment. The strategy creates a repeatable model designed to be co-located with truss plants across North America.

By embedding its technology into this existing network, PrimeTech aims to bypass the logistical bottlenecks of traditional pre-fab construction, and establish a scalable platform for the future of industrialized wall-based construction.

For more information, please visit our website primetech.BUILD or contact info@primetech.build

Media Contact:
Tobe Sheldon
707-477-6879
409750@email4pr.com

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