Black History Month Wrap-Up: Honoring Our Past, Creating Our Future Every Day

Throughout February, we honored Black pioneers who have shaped healthcare, GIS, and beyond. In case you missed it, here’s a look at some of the incredible leaders we highlighted:

  • John Moon – One of the first Black paramedics in the U.S., helping shape modern EMS.
  • Dr. Patricia Bath – Inventor of the Laserphaco Probe, revolutionizing cataract surgery.
  • Antoinette Hardy-Waller – Advocate for Black leadership in healthcare finance.
  • Gloria A. Brown – Broke barriers as the first Black woman U.S. Forest Service supervisor, using GIS for land conservation.
  • Clinton G. Johnson – Founder of NorthStar of GIS, advocating for racial equity in mapping.
  • LeAundra McCullough – Hopeworks alum turned GIS Team Lead, leading major projects in Camden & Philadelphia.

Black history is happening every day, and we’re proud to celebrate these trailblazers paving the way for future generations. Stay tuned for more #BHM highlights on our social media!

February 12, 2026
Cities Leading the Artificial Intelligence Transition

Artificial Intelligence (AI) presents a pivotal opportunity for local governments tofundamentally transform how they serve communities and strengthen local prosperity. Whendeployed strategically with appropriate guardrails, AI can enhance service delivery byincreasing government efficiency and provide upskilling opportunities for both city staff andresidents. Looking ahead, AI can be a catalyst for improved job quality, workforcetransformation, and […]

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February 5, 2026
Client Highlight: CCMUA.org

Our Web Team recently launched a brand-new website for the Camden County Municipal Utilities Authority, creating a clean, accessible, and user-friendly digital space for a public utility that serves thousands of residents. Hands-on projects like this are how our team builds real-world experience while delivering real value to real clients. Need a website that works, and […]

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February 5, 2026
Up Close and Personal(ity)!

Welcome to Up Close & Personal(ity), where you’ll meet our young adults beyond the resumes, through quick, fun questions that shows off who they really are. First up is Azzari Myers  Hopeworks alumni turned healthcare pro, who went from our Revenue Cycle Management internship to landing a role as a Pharmacy Technician at CVS in just THREE months. And now, […]

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