Special Olympics

ALO Collaborates with The Education University of Hong Kong

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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HONG KONG, Mar 26, 2024 - (ACN Newswire) - ALO Parent Education App/Digital Platform (ALO) is collaborating with The Education University of Hong Kong (EdUHK) to provide greater support for students with special educational needs (SEN) and their parents.

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  • HONG KONG, Mar 26, 2024 - (ACN Newswire) - ALO Parent Education App/Digital Platform (ALO) is collaborating with The Education University of Hong Kong (EdUHK) to provide greater support for students with special educational needs (SEN) and their parents.
  • The collaboration between ALO, EdUHK, and the Hong Kong Police Force serves as a testament to the importance of interdisciplinary and cross-professional cooperation.
  • In the upcoming enhanced version, ALO 4.0, we will introduce new categories such as 'Special Education,' 'National Education,' and 'Law-abidingness Education.'
  • In the future, ALO will stay true to its original mission of 'Unite Hong Kong to Support Parents ; Build a Prosperous Society Through Positive Parenting,' contributing to the construction of a prosperous society in Hong Kong!"

Illinois Lottery Reports Half-Year Results

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
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CHICAGO, March 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Illinois Lottery today announced its results for the first six months of the 2024 fiscal year, in which the Lottery has generated $1.9 billion in sales leading to estimated returns to the State of Illinois of $456 million so far.

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  • CHICAGO, March 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Illinois Lottery today announced its results for the first six months of the 2024 fiscal year, in which the Lottery has generated $1.9 billion in sales leading to estimated returns to the State of Illinois of $456 million so far.
  • Additionally, the Illinois Lottery raised over $4.1 million in the first half of the 2024 fiscal year for good causes in Illinois.
  • The Lottery has contributed more than $24 billion in revenue to educational funding in Illinois,” said Harold Mays, Illinois Lottery Director.
  • During the fiscal period, the Illinois Lottery launched its first-ever $50 Instant Ticket.

2026 Special Olympics USA Games Calls New Champions to its Board of Directors

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
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Special Olympics today appointed seven new leaders to the organization's 2026 Special Olympics USA Games Board of Directors to help oversee the national celebration of inclusivity that will bring together thousands from all 50 states to Minnesota.

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  • Special Olympics today appointed seven new leaders to the organization's 2026 Special Olympics USA Games Board of Directors to help oversee the national celebration of inclusivity that will bring together thousands from all 50 states to Minnesota.
  • “We are thrilled to add seven new members to our existing board of directors who are dedicated to leading the 2026 USA Games with the same joy, excitement and inclusivity our athletes demonstrate each time they compete,” said Adam Hjerpe, Board Chair, 2026 Special Olympics USA Games.
  • I look forward to helping the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games Board of Directors ensure the 2026 USA Games leaves a lasting and memorable legacy within our community and beyond.”
    The seven new members appointed to the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games Board of Directors are:
    Gwen Walz: Gwen is the First Lady of Minnesota, a former English teacher and lifelong Minnesotan.
  • These leaders join the existing board members of the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games, including Adam Hjerpe, board chair; Christy Sovereign, CEO, 2026 Special Olympics USA Games; Terry Clark, co-presenting partner, United Healthcare; Caroline Jones, co-presenting partner, Jersey Mike’s Subs; Dave Dorn, president, Special Olympics Minnesota; Wendy Blackshaw, CEO, Minnesota Sports and Events; Jon Steadland, chief of staff, office of the president, University of Minnesota; David Booth, athlete representative, Special Olympics Minnesota; and Will Smith, athlete representative, Special Olympics of New York.

Special Olympics International and Gallagher Announce Renewed Global Partnership to Further Support Special Olympics Sports and Athletes Around the World

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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ROLLING MEADOWS, Ill., April 3, 2024  /PRNewswire/ -- Special Olympics International and Gallagher, a global insurance brokerage, risk management and consulting services firm, have renewed their global partnership and will continue to help support Special Olympics sports and athletes around the world.

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  • ROLLING MEADOWS, Ill., April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Special Olympics International and Gallagher, a global insurance brokerage, risk management and consulting services firm, have renewed their global partnership and will continue to help support Special Olympics sports and athletes around the world.
  • Additional Gallagher sponsorships include the 2025 Special Olympics Winter World Games Supporting Sponsor, 2026 Special Olympics USA Games Platinum Sponsor, and 2027 Special Olympics Summer World Games Supporting Sponsor.
  • We are excited to continue this journey and look forward to expanding our momentum in supporting athletes," said Mary Davis, CEO of Special Olympics International.
  • The partnership will directly support Special Olympics International events, year-round activations in regional markets, and ongoing blended learning approaches for coaches.

SpartanNash Foundation Celebrates 40-Year Partnership with Special Olympics, Launches In-Store Fundraiser to Support Athletes

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Food solutions company SpartanNash (the "Company") (Nasdaq: SPTN) will host its annual fundraising campaign through the SpartanNash Foundation, supporting athletes, raising awareness for Special Olympics, and helping fund its State Summer Games in nine states. The in-store fundraiser will run today through March 31.

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  • "As a People First company, we're proud to support an organization that cultivates a community of strength, support and unity."
  • The SpartanNash Foundation has raised more than $10.1 million for Special Olympics throughout its 40-year partnership, and SpartanNash Associates have volunteered tens of thousands of hours to the non-profit.
  • In addition, SpartanNash employs more than 25 Special Olympics athletes who have served guests for a combined 157 years at Company-operated grocery stores.
  • Donations will support Special Olympics athletes in Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, Minnesota and Wisconsin.

Tim Lamb Group Brings Two Families Together with Sale of Foothills Lincoln Mazda in Spokane, WA

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Monday, March 4, 2024
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Foothills Lincoln Mazda, has been rebranded as Knudtsen Foothills Mazda and Knudtsen Foothills Lincoln, and is situated in the Foothills Auto Mall at 202 E. North Foothills Dr. in Spokane, WA.

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  • Foothills Lincoln Mazda, has been rebranded as Knudtsen Foothills Mazda and Knudtsen Foothills Lincoln, and is situated in the Foothills Auto Mall at 202 E. North Foothills Dr. in Spokane, WA.
  • Foothills Lincoln Mazda was founded in 1981 by Ray Kish, a graduate of Rutgers University and Stanford University.
  • Rick Rielly joined Ray approximately 10 years later as General Manager, and eventually purchased a majority stake in the dealership.
  • As a result, Foothills Lincoln Mazda occupies a huge footprint spanning 82,000 square feet and is situated on 6.8 acres of land.

Talkdesk Hires Software Veteran Albert Caravelli to Lead, Grow Strategic Alliances and Partners

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
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In this role, Caravelli is responsible for expanding and nurturing Talkdesk’s growing ecosystem of strategic technology alliance partners, global system integrators, and global service providers.

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  • In this role, Caravelli is responsible for expanding and nurturing Talkdesk’s growing ecosystem of strategic technology alliance partners, global system integrators, and global service providers.
  • Caravelli comes to Talkdesk following nearly nine years at cloud security company Zscaler, where he most recently served as global vice president of strategic alliances and advisory firms, responsible for leading Zscaler’s go-to-market strategy and execution.
  • Before his tenure at Zscaler, Caravelli served as senior director of worldwide global alliances at HP Software, where he drove the transformation of the global alliances function, resulting in better strategic engagement with partners and new joint offerings.
  • He has also served in alliances leadership at Jive Software and Mercury Interactive and in sales roles at Asera, Nielsen Claritas, and The Nielsen Company.

Nineteen Drucker + Falk Apartment Communities Take the Plunge to Support Special Olympics

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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NEWPORT NEWS, Va., March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- This past February, DF Multifamily, a division of Drucker + Falk (DF), had nineteen of their apartment communities take 'the plunge' to benefit the Special Olympics in their respective regions. These communities were spread across North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia and participants included DF employees who, in addition to 'taking the plunge' in DF's community pools, also fundraised for the incredible cause throughout the month.

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  • NEWPORT NEWS, Va., March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- This past February, DF Multifamily, a division of Drucker + Falk (DF), had nineteen of their apartment communities take 'the plunge' to benefit the Special Olympics in their respective regions.
  • -Tarra Secrest, Director of Marketing + Property Development for Drucker + Falk
    The nineteen DF communities and two Regional Property Managers represented a total of seven teams and collectively raised nearly $8,000.
  • Their individual fundraising goals were promoted for weeks leading up to taking 'the plunge' on social media and throughout their communities.
  • It was truly heartening to witness our multifamily communities unite in support of this special cause, fostering a sense of camaraderie and fun among residents and staff alike," shared Tarra Secrest, Director of Marketing + Property Development for Drucker + Falk.

Celebrate the Heroes of Sports Medicine: Nominate an Athletic Trainer for the 2024 Perry Weather AT Excellence Award!

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024
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Perry Weather announces the second annual Perry Weather Athletic Trainer Excellence Award.

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  • Perry Weather announces the second annual Perry Weather Athletic Trainer Excellence Award.
  • /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Perry Weather , a leading weather monitoring platform and advocate for athletic safety and well-being, is proud to announce the second annual Perry Weather Athletic Trainer Excellence Award.
  • "We are thrilled to recognize the champions of sports medicine who tirelessly work behind the scenes to ensure athlete well-being," says Colin Perry, CEO of Perry Weather.
  • The Perry Weather Athletic Trainer Excellence Award seeks to shine a light on these champions of sports medicine and celebrate their contributions.

State Raises Nearly $23,000 for Special Olympics Wisconsin

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Friday, February 23, 2024
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MADISON, Wis., Feb. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On a recent Saturday morning, 10 State team members jumped into the freezing waters of Madison, Wis., to raise money for Special Olympics!

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  • Through the generous donations of our team members, clients, and partners, as well as a 100% match from State, our team raised nearly $23,000 to support these exceptional athletes.
  • MADISON, Wis., Feb. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On a recent Saturday morning, 10 State team members jumped into the freezing waters of Madison, Wis., to raise money for Special Olympics!
  • Through the generous donations of our team members, clients, and partners, as well as a 100% match from State, our team raised nearly $23,000 to support these exceptional athletes.
  • "This is one of my favorite events each year, and I am proud of how enthusiastically our team and their families support Special Olympics."