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Griot B Announces New Album Moor than a Month, Honoring Black History with Message: "We Are Still Celebrating Us"

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Monday, March 18, 2024

LOS ANGELES, March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In bold defiance of convention and a powerful tribute to the impact of the Black community, artist and rapper Griot B, also the founder of School Yard Rap – which teaches true history to children through music written by Griot B – announces his Moor than a Month album to extend the celebration of Black history beyond February, and more importantly, beyond the confines of current educational curriculum.

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  • Moor Than a Month marks Griot B's ninth rap album to date and is dedicated to younger generations to empower them and celebrate Black heritage through music in a way they have never heard before.
  • "A major motivating factor behind this album is the fact that Black history is US history, and without Black people, we wouldn't have US history.
  • A month is important and appreciated, but just like one album could not contain all of the amazing contributions and stories of the African Americans, neither can one month," says Griot B.
  • Griot B himself is a testament to being a modern-day griot – a storyteller who bridges generations through the power of narrative and music.

Normandy Homes Partners with Operation Finally Home to Deliver Mortgage-Free Home for Veteran in Celina, Texas

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

Operation Finally Home along with Normandy Homes , one of Green Brick Partners, Inc.’s (NYSE: GRBK) subsidiary homebuilder brands, partnered to provide the home for the Mendoza family.

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  • Operation Finally Home along with Normandy Homes , one of Green Brick Partners, Inc.’s (NYSE: GRBK) subsidiary homebuilder brands, partnered to provide the home for the Mendoza family.
  • A dedication and ribbon-cutting ceremony followed, featuring Celina City Council Member Jay Pierce and representatives from Operation Finally Home and Normandy Homes.
  • “We are so honored to partner with Operation Finally Home again,” said Jim Brickman, CEO and co-founder of Green Brick.
  • Normandy Homes and its trade partners provided, at their own expense, all construction and ancillary costs.

Mars to Acquire SYNLAB Vet, European Veterinary Reference Laboratory

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Monday, August 14, 2023

Mars Incorporated (“Mars”) today announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire the assets of SYNLAB Vet, a European provider of specialist veterinary laboratory diagnostics, from SYNLAB Group (FSE: SYAB).

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  • Mars Incorporated (“Mars”) today announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire the assets of SYNLAB Vet, a European provider of specialist veterinary laboratory diagnostics, from SYNLAB Group (FSE: SYAB).
  • Upon transaction close, SYNLAB Vet will join Mars Petcare, a purpose-driven global business serving pets and pet owners through products and services across veterinary health and diagnostics, nutrition, innovation, and technology.
  • This acquisition will enable the Science & Diagnostics division of Mars Petcare to expand its veterinary laboratory business in Europe in addition to its full-service global veterinary diagnostic offerings across veterinary labs, point-of-care, imaging, and software.
  • Nefertiti Greene, President, Mars Science & Diagnostics said: “We look forward to welcoming SYNLAB Vet to the Mars Petcare family of businesses.

Vina Robles Vineyards and Winery Celebrates 25th Anniversary

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Monday, August 29, 2022

PASO ROBLES, Calif., August 29, 2022  /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- This summer, Vina Robles Vineyards & Winery is celebrating two and half decades since acquiring their first vineyard, the historic Jardine Vineyard, in 1997. As an established winery in the Paso Robles region, Vina Robles is excited to celebrate this exciting accomplishment through library tastings and winemaker events, while reflecting on the past 25 years and looking forward to the future.

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  • Paso Robles winery celebrates their silver anniversary; reflecting on the past and working towards the future of this family-owned brand
    PASO ROBLES, Calif., August 29, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- This summer, Vina Robles Vineyards & Winery is celebrating two and half decades since acquiring their first vineyard, the historic Jardine Vineyard, in 1997.
  • Since its inception by founderHans Nef, Vina Robles has remained an influential name in the Paso Robles wine region.
  • Over the past 25 years, Vina Robles has expanded to include six estate vineyards that are all SIP (Sustainability in Practice) Certified, a beautiful hospitality center, and the outdoor Vina Robles Amphitheater, which allows visitors to watch world-renowned artists perform while enjoying a glass of Vina Robles wine.
  • About Vina Robles Vineyards & Winery: Growers and makers of expressive estate wines from Paso Robles, Vina Robles is a destination winery in the heart of California's Central Coast.

Dorm Room Dream to Reality: Startup Aura Tea Serves Up Health-Conscious Boba and Coffee Inspired by Influencer Culture to the Bay Area and Beyond

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Wednesday, July 20, 2022

SAN FRANCISCO, July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Aura Tea is a health and wellness company making better-for-you boba tea and coffee.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Aura Tea is a health and wellness company making better-for-you boba tea and coffee.
  • Born in the Berkeley dorm room of Haas grad Kashish Juneja, Aura's health-inspired mission was defined after Juneja gained 30lb in college drinking sugary boba and coffee daily.
  • Wanting to enjoy boba and take back her life, Juneja partnered with MLB draftee Cinque Holliday over the pandemic to make her dream reality.
  • Aura Tea hopes to inspire the future of the already-brewing health and wellness movement with our original and energizing beverage brand.

Vina Robles Vineyards & Winery Announces New CEO: Paso Robles Winery Welcomes CEO Kurt Ammann

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Wednesday, April 6, 2022

PASO ROBLES, Calif., April 6, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Vina Robles and the Nef family are excited to announce the appointment of wine industry veteran Kurt Ammann as CEO of the family-owned winery.

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  • Kurt Ammann has been appointed CEO of Vina Robles Vineyards and Winery.
  • PASO ROBLES, Calif., April 6, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Vina Robles and the Nef family are excited to announce the appointment of wine industry veteran Kurt Ammann as CEO of the family-owned winery.
  • "Vina Robles has a long history in the Paso Robles community, and I am humbled to have been selected to lead the 100% estate vineyard and winery operation into the next 25 years," shares Ammann.
  • I'm looking forward to continuing the upward trajectory of Vina Robles as a nationally and internationally recognized benchmark in Paso Robles."

NEF launches $100M investment fund to fuel minority-led development firms, expand affordable housing

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Wednesday, November 18, 2020

NEF is working with a range of its existing investors to raise the fund and already has commitments in excess of $80 million.

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  • NEF is working with a range of its existing investors to raise the fund and already has commitments in excess of $80 million.
  • Investors are carving out a portion of their traditional community development capital to fuel minority-led developers.
  • National Equity Fund, Inc., based in Chicago, is a leading nonprofit investor and lender in affordable housing and one of the nation's largest syndicators of federal Low Income Housing Tax Credits.
  • Since 1987, NEF has invested $17 billion in 2,800 developments, supporting more than 187,000 affordable homes and fueling more than 228,400 jobs nationwide.

NEF names Jaclyn Jackson to be new chief HR officer

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Tuesday, July 28, 2020

CHICAGO, July 28, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- One of the country's top affordable housing investors has named Jaclyn Jackson, a seasoned nonprofit executive with deep experience in diversity and inclusion as well as employee engagement, to be its new chief human resources officer.

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  • CHICAGO, July 28, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- One of the country's top affordable housing investors has named Jaclyn Jackson, a seasoned nonprofit executive with deep experience in diversity and inclusion as well as employee engagement, to be its new chief human resources officer.
  • "I'm excited to join an organization with such a clear commitment to impact and excellence," said Jackson.
  • NEF partnered with Koya Leadership Partners' Chicago-based team to hire Jackson.
  • Since 1987, NEF has invested nearly $17 billion in 2,800 developments, supporting more than 187,000 affordable homes and fueling more than 228,400 jobs nationwide.

National Equity Fund Continues Its Commitment To Creating A Path To Leadership

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Wednesday, February 20, 2019

CHICAGO, Feb. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Continuing National Equity Fund, Inc.'s commitment of creating a path to leadership for its employees, it announced the promotion of Stewart Jester to senior vice president of project management.

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  • CHICAGO, Feb. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Continuing National Equity Fund, Inc.'s commitment of creating a path to leadership for its employees, it announced the promotion of Stewart Jester to senior vice president of project management.
  • "It's always gratifying to promote from within when we look to fill key management roles," said Joe Hagan, president and CEO of National Equity Fund.
  • Chicago-based nonprofit, National Equity Fund, Inc., is a leading syndicator of low-income housing tax credits (LIHTC) and an affiliate of the Local Initiatives Support Corporation.
  • NEF has played an integral role in creating affordable housing options, revitalizing communities and strengthening local economies for more than 30 years.

New England Fertility Welcomes Hyacinth Nicole Browne, M.D.

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Wednesday, May 2, 2018

STAMFORD, Conn., May 2, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --New England Fertility is excited to announce it is expanding its world-class offerings with the addition of Hyacinth Nicole Browne, M.D., to the practice.

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  • STAMFORD, Conn., May 2, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --New England Fertility is excited to announce it is expanding its world-class offerings with the addition of Hyacinth Nicole Browne, M.D., to the practice.
  • As one of the most experienced fertility clinics in all of Connecticut , NEF provides comprehensive fertility care for female and male patients.
  • Gad Lavy, M.D., F.A.C.O.G, NEF medical director and founder, said, "New England Fertility is proud to bring Dr. Browne on board.
  • New England Fertility is a premier international destination for families pursuing fertility treatment.