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First Day Welcomes Daniel J. Franklin as General Counsel, Bolstering Growth Trajectory and Brand Integrity

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Monday, April 29, 2024

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AUSTIN, Texas, April 29, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- First Day, the brand trusted by over 500,000 families for its innovative line of multivitamins and supplements for kids, teens, women, and men, announced today the appointment of Daniel J. Franklin as the company's inaugural General Counsel. First Day has achieved monumental success, including sustained 3x year-over-year growth. This strategic addition to their executive team underscores their dedication to maintaining the highest standards of quality and brand integrity as they rapidly expand their presence and product offerings in domestic and international markets.

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First Day announced today the appointment of Daniel J. Franklin as the company's inaugural General Counsel.
First Day has achieved monumental success, including sustained 3x year-over-year growth.
Dan's appointment highlights First Day's dedication to crafting a customer-centric brand with a strong focus on health and wellness at its core.
"We're elated to have Dan joining our team at such an exciting time," said Alice Li, CEO of First Day.

DXC Technology Names Patrick Thompson to Lead Enterprise Transformation

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Monday, April 29, 2024

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ASHBURN, Va., April 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC), a leading Fortune 500 global technology services provider, today announced Patrick Thompson has been named as Senior Vice President, Enterprise Transformation effective April 29, 2024, reporting directly to DXC Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Jim Brady.

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ASHBURN, Va., April 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - DXC Technology (NYSE: DXC), a leading Fortune 500 global technology services provider, today announced Patrick Thompson has been named as Senior Vice President, Enterprise Transformation effective April 29, 2024, reporting directly to DXC Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Jim Brady.
Thompson brings expertise in global enterprise business transformations, turnarounds and integration execution, operational improvement, and global business services integration.
Thompson served as Chief Information & Digital Transformation Officer at Albemarle Corporation and Executive Global Business Service Leader.
"Patrick is a global enterprise transformation leader, with a strong combination of C-Suite leadership, technology expertise, business operations and administration-proven P&L transformational experience," said DXC President and Chief Executive Officer Raul Fernandez.

Radiance Technologies Promotes Mr. Seth Crochet to Vice President, General Counsel

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Friday, April 26, 2024

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HUNTSVILLE, Ala., April 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Radiance Technologies (Radiance) is pleased to announce the promotion of Mr. Seth Crochet to Vice President, General Counsel.

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HUNTSVILLE, Ala., April 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Radiance Technologies (Radiance) is pleased to announce the promotion of Mr. Seth Crochet to Vice President, General Counsel.
In his new role, Mr. Crochet will continue to oversee all legal matters within and related to Radiance while serving as the Secretary to the company's Board of Directors.
Demonstrating his commitment to the legal community, Mr. Crochet serves as an Alabama Lawyers Assistance Program Advocate, providing support and guidance to fellow lawyers in need.
"Throughout his tenure at Radiance, Seth has proven to be an invaluable asset to the company," said Radiance CEO Bill Bailey.

ARCA biopharma Announces First Quarter 2024 Financial Results and Provides Corporate Update

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Thursday, April 25, 2024

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WESTMINSTER, Colo., April 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ARCA biopharma, Inc. (Nasdaq: ABIO), (the “Company”) a biopharmaceutical company applying a precision medicine approach to developing genetically targeted therapies for cardiovascular diseases, today reported first quarter 2024 financial results and provided a corporate update.

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WESTMINSTER, Colo., April 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ARCA biopharma, Inc. (Nasdaq: ABIO), (the “Company”) a biopharmaceutical company applying a precision medicine approach to developing genetically targeted therapies for cardiovascular diseases, today reported first quarter 2024 financial results and provided a corporate update.
In April 2022, ARCA established a Special Committee of the board of directors (the “Board”) of ARCA to conduct a comprehensive review of strategic alternatives.
In connection with Dr. Bristow’s separation, ARCA and Dr. Bristow entered into a separation agreement (the “Separation Agreement”) on April 3, 2024.
Total operating expenses for the quarter ended March 31, 2024 were $2.5 million compared to $1.8 million for the first quarter 2023.

RS BioTherapeutics Adds Jane Wright-Mitchell, Pharm.D., J.D. to Business Advisory Board

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Thursday, April 25, 2024

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to the RS BioTherapeutics Business Advisory Board.

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to the RS BioTherapeutics Business Advisory Board.
As a member of the Business Advisory Board, Ms. Wright-Mitchell will also serve as fractional General Counsel and Compliance Advisor for RS BioTherapeutics.
Commenting on the addition of Ms. Wright-Mitchell to the Business Advisory Board, Dean Hart, Chief Executive Officer of RS BioTherapeutics said, “I was fortunate to work with Jane while we were both at AcelRx and am thrilled to have her join our Business Advisory Board.
She is registered to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office as well as a licensed pharmacist (Illinois).

Village Farms International Expands Executive Team

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Wednesday, April 24, 2024

VANCOUVER, British Columbia and ORLANDO, Fla., April 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Village Farms International, Inc. (“Village Farms” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: VFF) today announced that it is expanding its executive team with the following new roles:

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VANCOUVER, British Columbia and ORLANDO, Fla., April 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Village Farms International, Inc. (“Village Farms” or “the Company”) (NASDAQ: VFF) today announced that it is expanding its executive team with the following new roles:
Chief Operating Officer – Ann Gillin Lefever;
President, Global Medical Cannabis – Paul Furfaro; and,
General Counsel, Global Cannabis – John Harloe.
It is a testament to the strength of our organization that we have identified the right individuals to take on these critical roles from within our own ranks,” said Michael DeGiglio, President and Chief Executive Officer, Village Farms.
Ms. Gillin Lefever is an accomplished business, finance and capital markets executive who served as an external consultant to Village Farms starting in 2020.
Mr. Furfaro joined Village Farms in 2023 as Senior Vice President, Strategy, leading, amongst other initiatives, an assessment of international cannabis opportunities and later assuming leadership of the global medical cannabis business.

CBP, Canon Announce Partnership Against Counterfeit Products

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Tuesday, April 23, 2024

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MELVILLE, N.Y., April 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Canon U.S.A., Inc. (Canon), a leader in digital imaging solutions and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) announced today a new partnership to help prevent counterfeit products from entering the United States.

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MELVILLE, N.Y., April 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Canon U.S.A., Inc. (Canon), a leader in digital imaging solutions and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) announced today a new partnership to help prevent counterfeit products from entering the United States.
Under this partnership, which is part of CBP’s Donations Acceptance Program , Canon will donate 328 verification tools to CBP cargo and mail facilities to aid in authenticating a variety of Canon merchandise.
CBP’s enforcement efforts are strengthened by stakeholder collaboration and innovative approaches such as the CBP and Canon partnership.
This newest donation with Canon will facilitate the identification and removal of counterfeit goods from the U.S. stream of commerce.

Cerro de Pasco Resources Provides Update

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Tuesday, April 23, 2024

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MONTREAL, April 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cerro de Pasco Resources Inc. (CSE: CDPR) (OTCPK: GPPRF) (Frankfurt: N8HP) (“CDPR,” or the “Corporation”) is providing the following update.

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MONTREAL, April 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cerro de Pasco Resources Inc. (CSE: CDPR) (OTCPK: GPPRF) (Frankfurt: N8HP) (“CDPR,” or the “Corporation”) is providing the following update.
The Mining Bureau of the Ministry of Energy and Mines (the “MB”) has confirmed the enforceability of these rights.
As the date hereof, CDPR has successfully completed the following steps of the legal easement procedure: (i) Legal and technical assessment made by the MB.
The Options will be vested in stages over a period of twelve months, with ¼ of the Options vesting in any three-month period.

Norton Rose Fulbright continues Chicago growth with investment funds partner

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Monday, April 22, 2024

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Chicago, IL, April 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright announced today that investment funds lawyer Joshua Cohen has joined the firm in the Chicago office as a partner.

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Chicago, IL, April 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright announced today that investment funds lawyer Joshua Cohen has joined the firm in the Chicago office as a partner.
Cohen advises clients in the formation, structuring and maintenance of open and closed-end private funds, including hedge funds, private equity and credit funds, hybrid funds, fund of funds vehicles, liquid alternative mutual funds and scalable platforms for fund sponsors.
Jeff Cody, Norton Rose Fulbright’s US Managing Partner, said:
“Josh is an excellent addition to our investment funds group with valuable in-house and asset management experience that our clients will appreciate.
Norton Rose Fulbright provides a full scope of legal services to the world’s preeminent corporations and financial institutions.

Peralta Community College District Seeks More Outstanding Leaders

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Saturday, April 20, 2024

OAKLAND, California, April 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Peralta Community College District has opened a nationwide search to find ideal candidates to fill four leadership positions that will play a pivotal role in setting the future direction of the East Bay District.

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OAKLAND, California, April 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Peralta Community College District has opened a nationwide search to find ideal candidates to fill four leadership positions that will play a pivotal role in setting the future direction of the East Bay District.
“These roles are not simply about an opportunity for leadership, they are a unique chance to contribute to a vital educational mission that builds the foundation of opportunity for a large and incredibly diverse student population.”
The Peralta Community College District comprises Berkeley City College, College of Alameda, Laney College, and Merritt College, all committed to providing world-class educational opportunities to one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation.
College of Alameda President: Lead the unique and vibrant College of Alameda, situated in the picturesque island city of Alameda.
Deputy Chancellor and Chief Operating Officer: A strategic and operational partner to the Chancellor in guiding the Peralta Community College District forward.