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ANNOUNCING ENVESTNET ELEVATE 2024 - THE WEALTH INDUSTRY'S PREMIER EVENT SHOWCASING ENVESTNET'S INDUSTRY-LEADING, CONNECTED ECOSYSTEM POWERING GROWTH FOR 108,000 ADVISORS

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Monday, March 4, 2024

BERWYN, Pa., March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Envestnet's industry-leading Wealth Management Platform will take center stage as Envestnet welcomes 3,000 financial advisors and financial professionals to its annual industry conference – Envestnet Elevate 2024, to be held May 14-15 at the Phoenix Convention Center in Phoenix, AZ. Celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, Envestnet has chosen a theme for the two-day event that resonates deeply with wealth management professionals: "Connection."

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  • Celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, Envestnet has chosen a theme for the two-day event that resonates deeply with wealth management professionals: "Connection."
  • "Our focus this year at Envestnet Elevate 2024 is to demonstrate and showcase the power of our fully connected wealth management platform – and celebrate what connects us.
  • "At Elevate 2024, helping advisors leverage the Envestnet ecosystem for business growth is front and center.
  • The future of connected financial advice is on display at Envestnet Elevate this May – don't miss out.

WOMEN RAISE THE GAME TAKES CENTER STAGE DURING SUPER BOWL WEEKEND HONORING DYNAMIC WOMEN BEHIND THE SCENES IN SPORTS

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Friday, February 16, 2024

LAS VEGAS, Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Women Raise the Game, Presented by Boldyn Networks, hosted a memorable honoree experience during Super Bowl weekend recognizing a group of extraordinary women who play pivotal roles behind the scenes in sports.

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  • LAS VEGAS, Feb. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Women Raise the Game, Presented by Boldyn Networks, hosted a memorable honoree experience during Super Bowl weekend recognizing a group of extraordinary women who play pivotal roles behind the scenes in sports.
  • Other notable guests included Grammy Award winning Producer Hit-boy, Actively Black CEO Lanny Smith, and Tech Entrepreneur & Diversity Advocate Marilyn Booker.
  • With heartfelt speeches and tokens of appreciation, these athletes expressed gratitude for the unwavering encouragement, support, and sacrifices made by these dynamic women.
  • Zaileen Janmohamed, President & CEO of the Bay Area Host Committee who received the Woman of the Year Award said, "Women really do raise the game.

THE NEWS FORUM building news and content coalitions across Canada

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

FORUM DAILY WEST, is a daily news program focusing on Western Canada stories, launching February 26, 2024 (Monday to Friday 11PM ET).

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  • FORUM DAILY WEST, is a daily news program focusing on Western Canada stories, launching February 26, 2024 (Monday to Friday 11PM ET).
  • The News Forum presents BREAK THE NEEDLE, a 44-minute weekly show hosted by Adam Zivo, to find answers.
  • DOCUMENTARIES - The News Forum has also partnered with Serendipity Media Production, to broadcast a wide range of Canadian productions.
  • "I am thrilled and energized by the incredible synergy that our distribution partnerships with The News Forum bring to our content.

GENESIS AND THE COUNCIL OF FASHION DESIGNERS OF AMERICA ANNOUNCE FIRST DESIGN + INNOVATION GRANT WINNER

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

NEW YORK, Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Genesis and the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) are pleased to announce the first ever CFDA | Genesis House AAPI Design + Innovation Grant winner, Grace Ling.

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  • NEW YORK, Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Genesis and the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) are pleased to announce the first ever CFDA | Genesis House AAPI Design + Innovation Grant winner, Grace Ling.
  • CFDA | Genesis House AAPI Design + Innovation Grant winner, Grace Ling, produced a collection of three full looks inspired by a femme fatale character, each representing seduction, transformation and initiation.
  • "I am very honored to be the recipient of Genesis House's first AAPI Innovation Grant with CFDA," said Grace Ling, designer.
  • Genesis designs customer experiences that go beyond products, embodying audacious, forward-thinking, and distinctly Korean characteristics within its unique Athletic Elegance design identity.

Raiders' Head Coach, Antonio Pierce to be awarded Leader of the Year at Andre Farr Million Dollar Dinner presented by Executive Member Group during Big Game Weekend

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Friday, February 2, 2024

In keeping with an unswerving standard of excellence, this event is curated specifically for influential leaders in sports, entertainment, and business.

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  • In keeping with an unswerving standard of excellence, this event is curated specifically for influential leaders in sports, entertainment, and business.
  • "I am honored to annually host dynamic and accomplished Black leaders of the global intersection of sports, entertainment, and business.
  • In addition to Antonio Pierce receiving the Leader of the Year Award, Vada O.
  • – Larry Miller, Chairman, Jordan Brand Advisory Board
    "The Super Bowl Executive Dinner is literally the tide that lifts culture and community.

Managing burnout and stress as a journalist: Free webinar, Jan. 12

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Tuesday, January 2, 2024

Research shows these stressors affect journalists' mental health.

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  • Research shows these stressors affect journalists' mental health.
  • Join the National Press Club Journalism Institute at 11:30 am ET on Friday, Jan. 12, for a conversation focused on practical tips and effective methods for journalists and newsroom leaders to address stress and burnout.
  • Registration is open for this free webinar.
  • Tara Francis Chan , managing editor & operations director, The Appeal
    Naseem Miller , senior editor for health, The Journalist's Resource
    AX Mina , senior civic media fellow, USC Annenberg School of Journalism
    Samantha Ragland , vice president, journalism programs, American Press Institute

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Offers Promising Opportunities to Help Older Adults Stay in Their Homes and Communities As They Age

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023

WASHINGTON, Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- AARP announced today its official AgeTech programming at CES 2024. The program includes a fireside chat with AARP CEO Jo Ann Jenkins, Actor Utkarsh Ambudkar, and Freestyle+ Co-CEO and Founder Anthony Veneziale to explore the power of freestyle rap on our creativity, confidence, and mindfulness. The session will be moderated by radio personality and journalist, Guy Raz.

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  • Innovations in AgeTech are providing tools and technology to bring meaningful change and help solve the challenges of aging.
  • The AgeTech Collaborative™ from AARP (ATC) aims to make aging easier through technology products, services, and experiences across industries, including artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics.
  • According to the AARP 2024 Tech Trends survey , 69% of 50-plus adults made at least one technology purchase in the last year.
  • AI-assisted health tech can help provide an array of personalized solutions to educate, support, and manage chronic conditions of older Americans.

Mark Toljagic is Canadian Automotive Journalist of the Year

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

TORONTO, Oct. 18, 2023 /CNW/ - Mark Toljagic is AJAC's Canadian Automotive Journalist of the Year.

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  • TORONTO, Oct. 18, 2023 /CNW/ - Mark Toljagic is AJAC's Canadian Automotive Journalist of the Year.
  • The award for AJAC Journalist of the Year presented by JLR Canada was inaugurated in 1984 by John Mackie, past president of Jaguar Canada, to "reward excellence in automotive journalism."
  • By being named JLR Journalist of the Year, Mark receives the most esteemed automotive writing award available in Canada.
  • "I'm proud to be a part of this amazing group of Canadian automotive journalists and congratulations once again to Mark for taking the top award this year."

Established Computer and Information Technology Company Spreads the Word About its' Many Critical Services for Businesses

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Friday, October 13, 2023

ROCHESTER, Minn., Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Business Computer Solutions (BCS), a leader in computer support and information technology for small and medium sized businesses announced today a rebranding campaign that will highlight the way the company can be a difference maker in the ever-changing workplace. With the rebrand, BCS will operate under three distinct wings of the business, BCS IT Solutions, BCS Communication Solutions and BCS Creative Solutions to provide a comprehensive set of services to meet the needs of all businesses.

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  • The purpose of this aggressive undertaking is to positively inject the marketplace with the multi-faceted approach BCS can implement to help clients achieve more.
  • This campaign will show BCS is the one stop shop to deliver more than ever on telecommunication solutions and streamline complex communication networks.
  • "In the 22 years we have been in business the marketplace has changed for a number of reasons," said Kelly Kolb, President of BCS.
  • BCS was built on bridging the gap for small businesses by providing IT solutions for companies who are unable to have their own departments.

Judging Panel of International Industry Experts Announced For 2024 FICO Decisions Awards

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023

Entries for the FICO® Decisions Awards are due October 13, 2023

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  • Entries for the FICO® Decisions Awards are due October 13, 2023
    The ten award categories are AI, Machine Learning and Optimization, Cloud Deployment, Customer Onboarding and Management, Debt Management, Decision Management Innovation, ESG Champion, Financial Inclusion, Fraud Management, FICO Industry Vanguard and Pioneer Award.
  • FICO has announced its panel of independent judges for the 2024 FICO® Decisions Awards, which honor businesses achieving outstanding results using analytics and decision management technology to grow their business, manage risk and reduce costs.
  • “The panel of judges for this year's awards brings together a wealth of expertise and experience from diverse backgrounds, ensuring a well-rounded evaluation process,” said Nikhil Behl, chief marketing officer at FICO.
  • Winners will receive recognition at FICO® World , which will be held in April 15-18, 2024, in San Diego, California.