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HCSC Recognized as One of the 50 Most Community-minded Companies in the US

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Thursday, June 16, 2022
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CHICAGO, June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC) today was named a 2022 honoree of The Civic 50 by the global nonprofit organization Points of Light. The Civic 50 recognizes the 50 most community-minded companies in the United States. This is the eighth time HCSC has been named to The Civic 50, becoming one of only 20 organizations to receive the designation eight or more times.

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  • The Civic 50 recognizes the 50 most community-minded companies in the United States.
  • This is the eighth time HCSC has been named to The Civic 50, becoming one of only 20 organizations to receive the designation eight or more times.
  • "At HCSC, we are committed to elevating how we support our members and the communities we serve through community engagement and ongoing investments," said Maurice Smith, HCSC, president and CEO.
  • A Mutual Legal Reserve Company, HCSC is an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.

BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD OF MASSACHUSETTS RECOGNIZED AS ONE OF THE 50 MOST COMMUNITY-MINDED COMPANIES IN THE UNITED STATES

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BOSTON, June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Points of Light, the world's largest nonprofit dedicated to accelerating people-powered change, announced The Civic 50 honorees of 2022 and a report featuring key trends, benchmarking data and insights from the honorees. For the third consecutive year, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) has been named an honoree of The Civic 50.

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  • For the third consecutive year, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (Blue Cross) has been named anhonoree of The Civic 50.
  • "Blue Cross is committed to creating more equitable, just and healthy communities," said Jeff Bellows, vice president of corporate citizenship and public affairs.
  • Companies like Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts are leading the way and setting an example of how you can leverage your employee talent, business models and assets to create deep impact that drives transformational change."
  • About Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts:
    Blue Cross Blue Shield ofMassachusetts( bluecrossma.org ) is a community-focused, tax-paying, not-for-profit health plan headquartered inBoston.

NortonLifeLock Named One of the 50 Most Community-Minded Companies in the United States

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"We're pleased to be named to The Civic 50 as a result of our commitment to build and support Corporate Responsibility programs that deliver real, tangible results in our communities.

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  • "We're pleased to be named to The Civic 50 as a result of our commitment to build and support Corporate Responsibility programs that deliver real, tangible results in our communities.
  • We look forward to continuing to support our existing programs and partnerships while finding new ways to help our communities thrive."
  • "Our most recent global research shows 86 percent of people say they expect companies to take action on a social issue.
  • The Civic 50 survey is administered by True Impact and consists of quantitative and multiple-choice questions that inform scoring process.

CONAGRA BRANDS RECOGNIZED AS ONE OF THE 50 MOST COMMUNITY-MINDED COMPANIES IN THE UNITED STATES FOR THE FOURTH CONSECUTIVE YEAR

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"We are honored to once again be recognized as one of the 50 most community-minded companies in the U.S. by Points of Light," said Sean Connolly, president and chief executive officer, Conagra Brands.

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  • "We are honored to once again be recognized as one of the 50 most community-minded companies in the U.S. by Points of Light," said Sean Connolly, president and chief executive officer, Conagra Brands.
  • "Our employees' commitment to doing the right thing and uplifting their communities demonstrates the very best of Conagra."
  • "Corporate leadership and commitment to civic engagement is critical for strengthening communities," said Natalye Paquin, president and CEO, Points of Light.
  • "Our most recent global research shows 86 percent of people say they expect companies to take action on a social issue.

Dow again recognized among the 50 most community-minded companies in the U.S.

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For ten years, The Civic 50 has provided a national standard for corporate citizenship.

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  • For ten years, The Civic 50 has provided a national standard for corporate citizenship.
  • It showcases how companies can use their time, skills, and resources to drive social impact in their communities and company.
  • "Our most recent global research shows 86% of people say they expect companies to take action on a social issue.
  • References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries.

AIG Named to The Civic 50 List by Points of Light

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Points of Light today announced The Civic 50 honorees of 2022 as well as a report featuring key trends, benchmarking data and insights from the honorees.

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  • Points of Light today announced The Civic 50 honorees of 2022 as well as a report featuring key trends, benchmarking data and insights from the honorees.
  • AIG Global Head of Corporate Citizenship Laura Gallagher said: It is a profound honor for AIG to be named to The Civic 50 list by Points of Light and to be recognized among such impressive corporate citizens.
  • Corporate leadership and commitment to civic engagement is critical for strengthening communities, said Natalye Paquin, president & CEO of Points of Light.
  • To view the full report and see the full list of The Civic 50 2022 honorees, visit www.pointsoflight.org/the-civic-50 .

MassMutual Recognized as one of the 50 Most Community-Minded Companies in the United States

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In its first year applying, Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company ( MassMutual ) has been named a 2022 honoree of The Civic 50.

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  • In its first year applying, Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company ( MassMutual ) has been named a 2022 honoree of The Civic 50.
  • MassMutual is proud and honored to be named among The Civic 50s most community-minded companies, said Roger Crandall, Chairman, President and CEO, MassMutual.
  • MassMutual employees volunteered over 11,000 hours through company-sponsored volunteerism with nearly $2 million in matched employee donations.
  • The MassMutual Foundation, Inc. is a dedicated corporate foundation established by Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company (MassMutual).

Aflac named one of 50 most community-minded companies in the US for fifth consecutive year by Points of Light

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COLUMBUS, Ga., June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Illustrating its steadfast commitment to corporate responsibility and operating with purpose, Aflac Incorporated, a leading provider of supplemental health insurance in the U.S., today announced it has been named to The Civic 50 list by Points of Light, the world's largest nonprofit dedicated to accelerating people-powered change. This is the fifth consecutive year that Aflac has been recognized with this prestigious honor. According to Points of Light, The Civic 50 is the only survey and ranking system that exclusively measures corporate involvement in communities.

Key Points: 
  • This is the fifth consecutive year that Aflac has been recognized with this prestigious honor.
  • According to Points of Light, The Civic 50 is the only survey and ranking system that exclusively measures corporate involvement in communities.
  • "Corporate leadership and commitment to civic engagement is critical for strengthening communities," said Natalye Paquin, president and CEO, Points of Light.
  • In 2021, Aflac Incorporated was proud to be included as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere for the 16th consecutive year.

Olive Receives KLAS Payer/Provider Points of Light Recognition

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Wednesday, May 25, 2022
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U.S.A., May 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Olive, the automation company creating the Internet of Healthcare, announced today that KLAS awarded Olive with its Points of Light recognition for automating the prior authorization process in collaboration with Essentia Health and a leading health insurance company in Florida. The payer and provider perspectives were featured in a collaborative case study presented at the KLAS Payer/Provider Summit 2022 and demonstrated how Olive's technology can reduce administrative friction for both providers and payers without requiring direct collaboration or contracting.

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  • U.S.A., May 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Olive , the automation company creating the Internet of Healthcare, announced today that KLAS awarded Olive with its Points of Light recognition for automating the prior authorization process in collaboration with Essentia Health and a leading health insurance company in Florida.
  • The case study is one of 14 highlighted in the annual Points of Light awards that celebrate success stories or "points of light" from payers, providers and vendors who have partnered to reduce costs and inefficiencies and improve the patient experience.The 2022 Points of Light award winners fall into six overarching categories.
  • Read the complete Points of Light report from KLAS.
  • Olive is driving connections to shine new light on healthcare processes, improving operations today so everyone can benefit from a healthier industry tomorrow.

Retro Fitness Announces Project LIFT, the Largest Development Deal in Company History

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Friday, May 20, 2022
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WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., May 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Retro Fitness, one of the fastest growing health club franchises, today announced the launch of Project LIFT, a new company initiative to open 500 health clubs in 50 Black and Brown communities across the country over the next 5 years. In partnership with the BlackRock Impact Opportunities Fund, and James Collins, Managing Partner of Eastwood Capital Partners, 70 Retro Fitness new health club locations are now underway. This program marks the largest development deal in the history of Retro Fitness.  

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  • This program marks the largest development deal in the history of Retro Fitness.
  • Retro Fitness created this unrivaled program to help spearhead change and bring affordable exercise, health and fitness solutions to Black and Brown communities.
  • "We are excited to partner with James Collins on our Project LIFT initiative," said Andrew Alfano, Chief Executive Officer at Retro Fitness.
  • "This investment is the largest development deal in the history of the company, more importantly we are proud that it is about making a significant difference in Black and Brown communities."