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Associated Press
4 days ago
- Business
- Associated Press
Skkynet Appoints Gary Tillery to Board of Directors to Strengthen Leadership and Drive Strategic Partnerships
Tillery Brings Over 35 Years of Industrial Software Development, System Integration, Strategic Partnerships and M&A Experience MISSISSAUGA, ON - June 24, 2025 ( NEWMEDIAWIRE ) - Skkynet Cloud Systems, Inc. (OTCQB: SKKY), a global leader in real-time data communications technology for industrial systems, is pleased to announce the appointment of Gary Tillery to its Board of Directors. Tillery brings extensive leadership experience in industrial software development, system integration, strategic partnerships, and mergers & acquisitions, having most recently served as Senior Director, Strategic Portfolio Partners and M&A at AVEVA, a global leader in industrial software and a subsidiary of Schneider Electric. 'We are excited to welcome Gary Tillery to our Board of Directors,' said Paul Thomas, President of Skkynet. 'Gary's proven track record in shaping industrial software portfolios, building strategic alliances, and executing M&A initiatives at one of the world's foremost industrial technology companies will be instrumental as Skkynet continues to expand its market presence and deliver value to customers embracing Industry 4.0 and industrial AI.' During his tenure at AVEVA, Tillery played a key role in driving global growth strategies, evaluating new technology opportunities, and forming partnerships that extended AVEVA's reach across industrial markets. His deep understanding of system integration and industrial software ecosystems aligns closely with Skkynet's mission to provide secure, real-time data communication solutions that seamlessly connect industrial systems, both on-premise and in the cloud. 'Skkynet is uniquely positioned to address the growing demand for secure and intelligent industrial connectivity solutions,' said Tillery. 'I am honored to join the Board and look forward to contributing my experience in industrial software, ecosystem partnerships, and corporate development to help guide the company's next phase of growth.' Tillery's expertise in M&A and strategic portfolio management will support Skkynet's efforts to evaluate new market opportunities, scale its technology platform, and build relationships with global partners. His leadership will be key as Skkynet advances its strategy to become a central player in the evolving industrial IoT and AI-driven automation landscape. 'Gary's insights into the industrial technology space and his experience managing high-impact strategic initiatives will be invaluable to Skkynet as we execute our vision for connected, intelligent, and secure industrial systems,' added Thomas. For more information, please visit: About Skkynet Skkynet Cloud Systems, Inc. (OTCQB: SKKY) provides real-time, secure, and reliable communication technologies for industrial automation and AI, industrial IoT, and Industry 4.0. Skkynet's solutions empower organizations to connect, monitor, and control their systems in real time while maintaining robust security and data privacy standards. Safe Harbor This news release contains 'forward-looking statements' as that term is defined in the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Statements in this press release that are not purely historical are forward-looking statements, including beliefs, plans, expectations or intentions regarding the future, and results of new business opportunities. Actual results could differ from those projected in any forward-looking statements due to numerous factors, such as the inherent uncertainties associated with new business opportunities and development stage companies. Skkynet assumes no obligation to update the forward-looking statements. Although Skkynet believes that any beliefs, plans, expectations and intentions contained in this press release are reasonable, there can be no assurance that they will prove to be accurate. Investors should refer to the risk factors disclosure outlined in Skkynet's annual report on Form 10-K for the most recent fiscal year, quarterly reports on Form 10-Q and other periodic reports filed from time-to-time with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Contact Skkynet Cloud Systems, Inc. Paul E. Thomas, President Tel: (888) 702-7851 Web: Email: [email protected]
Yahoo
14-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Two Wiregrass students appointed to U.S. Military Academies
Dothan, Ala. (WDHN) — Two standout Wiregrass students are among the 21 Alabamians appointed to U.S. service academies for the Class of 2029, according to a recent announcement from U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville. Aiden Harkey, a graduate of Slocomb High School, has accepted an appointment to the United States Military Academy at West Point. Harkey says his experience at Boys State — where he met a former cadet from West Point, and a Wiregrass native — inspired him to apply. He plans to study chemical engineering and hopes to return to his community after his service to give back and support future generations. 'After my four years at the academy I hope to come back and serve my community, potientally doing aviation at Ft. Novosel and after my service hopefully come back and support my community that has supported me throughout,' Harkey explains. Cammi Tillery, a graduate of Enterprise High School, has earned a scholarship to attend the U.S. Military Academy Preparatory School. Tillery, who comes from a strong military-based family, plans to pursue a career in military intelligence and is committed to serving on active duty after completing her training. ' I come from a military family both my parents are Army retired, my oldest brother is Army, and my second oldest [brother] is a marine; so its just something you're born into,' says Tillery, adding that she is very excited to serve her country. West Point is widely recognized as one of the premier leadership institutions in the world. Graduating from the academy is a major stepping stone for those pursuing careers in military service and leadership, opening doors to specialized training, advanced education, and impactful roles within the U.S. military and beyond. In a press release, Senator Tuberville praised the appointees for their discipline, dedication, and patriotism. 'It was an honor to nominate these Alabamians for an appointment, and I have no doubt they'll continue to make our state and country proud,' Tuberville said. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Associated Press
28-03-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Fight over voucher spending is key to setting Georgia budget
ATLANTA (AP) — For Georgia lawmakers to agree on a state budget, they must first agree on how much they are going to spend on a new voucher program for private schools and home schooling. Georgia's voucher program is different from some states, with lawmakers agreeing when they created the program last year that lawmakers would decide each year how to spend. The state Senate, which passed its version of next year's budget on Friday, wants to spend $141 million on the program. House members proposed spending only $46 million. It is a key disagreement lawmakers must resolve before Georgia's annual legislative session ends next week At $6,500 per voucher, the Senate amount would provide enough for more than 21,000 vouchers, while the House amount would provide for only about 7,000 slots. The overall budget would spend $37.7 billion in state revenue in the year beginning July 1. Once federal and other money is combined, it would be more than $67 billion. Voucher programs are ballooning nationwide. Many supporters want all students to be eligible, regardless of school performance or family income. States that have adopted universal vouchers, such as Arizona, Florida, Iowa and Ohio, reported more applications than expected, causing costs to bulge. Georgia Democrats fear that happening here, although lawmakers would have to change state law to spend more than 1% of what the state spends on public schools. 'Let's call this what it is, a transfer of public money into private hands,' said Democratic Sen. Nabilah Islam Parkes of Duluth. Senate Appropriations Committee Chairman Blake Tillery, a Vidalia Republican, defended the program and spending, arguing that low reading achievement levels point to the need for change. 'The reason we support a voucher program is because kids have to be given an ability to do something better,' Tillery said. 'Their parents have to be given options to take their kids somewhere else. Why? Because we have failed them.' House members, though, have complained that the Georgia Education Savings Authority, the group created to administer the program, interpreted the law in such a way that it made many more students eligible than many lawmakers had expected. The program is midway through its first application period, which runs until April 15. As of Thursday, 4,439 applications had been approved. There are two more application periods set for the summer and fall, but it is unclear how many total applications would be approved. Tillery said Thursday that if the scholarship program doesn't need the entire $141 million, lawmakers can take the money back later. The Senate budget also rejected a House proposal to borrow more than $300 million next year for construction projects. Instead, the Senate plan would spend on construction only from existing state revenue for the third year in a row. 'We're funding that with cash, saving generations 10 and 20 years from now from paying for buildings we're building now,' Tillery said. Gov. Brian Kemp sets the maximum amount that lawmakers can spend, so they can only move money around to different spending items. That means lawmakers must decrease spending on one item to increase spending on another item. So with the Senate rejecting borrowing and increasing spending on vouchers, it pinched spending the House proposed on other items, including supplemental funding to educate students in poverty.
Yahoo
27-03-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Bill to end gender-affirming care insurance for state workers clears Georgia House panel
Sen. Blake Tillery. Ross Williams/Georgia Recorder A bill aimed at removing gender-affirming care for transgender state workers covered by the state health insurance plan moved forward in the Georgia House Health Committee after committee Chair Lee Hawkins, a Gainesville Republican, broke a tie vote. The bill's author, Vidalia Republican Sen. Blake Tillery, said treatments like hormone therapy or mastectomies will still be available, but not for gender-affirming purposes. 'Senate Bill 39 relates to the state health benefit plan, and it states that the state health benefit plan will not pay for gender-reassignment surgeries or gender care when it's related to a sex that is not someone's sex at birth, that is it,' he said. Democratic state Rep. Kim Schofield of Atlanta questioned the intent behind banning treatments specifically for transgender people. 'I'm concerned about this bill and the public health research on this bill,' she said. 'Where is that? Or is this really just a personal ideology?' 'I don't know that it's a personal ideology,' Tillery answered. 'If it passes the General Assembly, then it would be the ideology of the General Assembly, and if the votes are against it, then it's not in the ideology of the General Assembly.' Schofield wasn't convinced. 'I mean, where's the research? Where's the public health research that this is a problem or we should be taking this issue up?' she said. 'This is a decision between someone's personal life, their doctors and their family. It shouldn't be the General Assembly.' 'Well, ma'am, I beg to differ,' Tillery said.'You're gonna be asked to vote on a budget that we send back over to you that's gonna have over roughly $1 billion in the state health benefit plan. If you think that the state should pay for transgender surgeries–' 'I do,' Schofield said. '– then you should vote against my bill,' Tillery continued. 'And I will,' Schofield said. Public comment on the bill was largely in opposition. Attorney Amanda Kay Seals represented transgender state workers in a 2023 lawsuit after they were excluded from the health plan. In that case, the state paid out a $365,000 settlement and removed transgender exclusions. Seals said passing SB 39 into law will lead to more taxpayer dollars going to settlements. 'Georgia has settled these cases for millions of dollars, not out of the charity to the plaintiffs,' she said. 'It's because these exclusions are legally indefensible, and you will be sued again. The state will be sued again if this bill passes, and again, the exclusions will be legally indefensible. You will spend more money litigating over these exclusions than you would offering this care to state employees and their dependents.' Dr. Jason Schneider, a physician who treats transgender patients, characterized the bill as government overreach that could harm his patients. 'The government should not be able to overrule a person's decision to seek health care for themselves and their families, whether they are transgender or not,' he said. 'And this would allow, this bill allows politicians to interfere with private decisions between me and my patients, my adult patients. It's important to know that the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Medical Association, the American Psychological Association, and every other leading U.S. Medical Professional Association recognizes and supports this care.' Khara Hayden, a transgender state employee who would be affected by the bill, characterized it as heartless. 'I require hormones. I don't produce hormones anymore, so this is essentially taking life necessary care away from me,' she said. 'It boggles my mind as a Georgian. I've been in the state since the first grade. I've grown up here. Where is the care for community? Love your neighbor as you love yourself. Treat others the way you want to be treated. This is specifically targeting a group, a very small group of people for no apparent reason other than trying to save money.' The bill could come up for a full House vote any time between now and the end of the legislative session on April 4. SUPPORT: YOU MAKE OUR WORK POSSIBLE
USA Today
15-03-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
2025 NFL Free Agency: Kansas City Chiefs sign ex-Minnesota Vikings DL Jerry Tillery
2025 NFL Free Agency: Kansas City Chiefs sign ex-Minnesota Vikings DL Jerry Tillery According to a report from NFL insider Jordan Schultz, the Kansas City Chiefs have agreed to terms on a one-year contract with veteran defensive lineman Jerry Tillery. An impressive pass rusher, Tillery entered the NFL as a first-round pick of the Los Angeles Chargers in the 2019 NFL draft. He played for the Chargers from 2019 until 2022, when he joined the Las Vegas Raiders. Upon leaving the Raiders in 2024, Tillery signed with the Minnesota Vikings. In 11 starts with the Vikings last season, Tillery tallied 28 combined tackles, including one for loss. News of his signing with the Chiefs was posted to Jordan Schultz's official Twitter account: Though Tillery might not be a star at this point in his NFL career, he will provide defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo with valuable depth that could help Kansas City earn its fourth consecutive Super Bowl appearance. Stay tuned to see how Tillery will fit in Spagnuolo's system next season.
