Southeastern United States

The Vita Coco Company Releases Third-Annual Impact Report

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Wednesday, April 24, 2024
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“In 2023, we spent a lot of time focusing on ways that we can scale our impact -- and you’ll see the results of that effort outlined throughout our latest Impact Report,” Mike Kirban, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of The Vita Coco Company said. “The great secret to our success to-date is collaboration. Our goal is to engage everyone along our supply chain to prioritize both profit and purpose, so that we can create value not only for shareholders but also for our communities and planet. We call this our ROI - ‘return on impact’ - and every year our aim is to increase this value.”

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, April 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Vita Coco Company, Inc. (NASDAQ: COCO) (“Vita Coco” or the “Company”) announced today the publication of its 2023 Impact Report.
  • In its third-annual report, The Vita Coco Company covers its Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) strategy and provides an update on its 2023 impact progress since the publishing of the previous report.
  • “In 2023, we spent a lot of time focusing on ways that we can scale our impact -- and you’ll see the results of that effort outlined throughout our latest Impact Report,” Mike Kirban, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of The Vita Coco Company said.
  • In conjunction with the Impact Report, The Vita Coco Company also announced the launch of the Vita Coco Community Foundation (the “Foundation”) which was seeded with a contribution from the Company.

Top 100 U.S. Hospital Health System Selects Intelerad to Deliver Enterprise Imaging Solution

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Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Hospital, Partnership, Southeastern United States, Labour, Radiology, PACS, Face

Raleigh, North Carolina, April 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Intelerad Medical Systems™ , a global leader in medical imaging software solutions, today announced the successful go-live of its enterprise imaging solutions at a top 100 U.S. hospital health system.

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  • Raleigh, North Carolina, April 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Intelerad Medical Systems™ , a global leader in medical imaging software solutions, today announced the successful go-live of its enterprise imaging solutions at a top 100 U.S. hospital health system.
  • The implementation is Intelerad’s second recent go-live for a major health system , most notably signing a multi-year contract with a top 50 U.S. hospital in Michigan.
  • "Intelerad’s strength lies in our ability to scale and innovate in response to the ever-evolving needs of the healthcare sector," said Intelerad CEO Jordan Bazinsky .
  • The collaboration’s timing coincides with a critical period in the healthcare industry, as providers continue to face financial strain, burnout, and staff shortages.

Gen II Expands Presence in the Southeastern United States with New Florida Office

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Tuesday, April 23, 2024
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NEW YORK, April 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gen II Fund Services, LLC (“Gen II”), a leading independent private capital fund administrator, proudly announces the opening of its newest office located in Boca Raton, Florida.

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  • NEW YORK, April 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gen II Fund Services, LLC (“Gen II”), a leading independent private capital fund administrator, proudly announces the opening of its newest office located in Boca Raton, Florida.
  • This strategic expansion represents Gen II's commitment to better serve its clients by establishing a presence in the Southeastern United States.
  • Surrounded by vibrant cafes and restaurants, this premier office provides Gen II employees a modern, spacious workspace.
  • “As Gen II continues to expand globally, we are pleased to announce the opening of our Boca Raton office,” said Steven Millner, CEO of Gen II.

Johnson Downie and Lippman Jungers Welcome New Partners Josh Dull and Meredith Frank

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Monday, April 29, 2024
Legal, Professional Services, Law, University, Southeastern United States, Pleasure, Downie, Emory University

Johnson Downie and Lippman Jungers, the world’s leading legal search firm, today announced the addition of Josh Dull and Meredith Frank as partners.

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  • Johnson Downie and Lippman Jungers, the world’s leading legal search firm, today announced the addition of Josh Dull and Meredith Frank as partners.
  • Dull and Frank will focus on recruiting for New York firms while maintaining the national scope they’ve cultivated.
  • “I’ve had the pleasure of watching Josh and Meredith make some of the most impactful placements across the Southeast for years,” said Mark Jungers, Chief Strategy Officer of Johnson Downie and Lippman Jungers.
  • This recruitment follows the announcement of Johnson Downie and Lippman Junger’s strategic merger on March 7, which combined the firms of Johnson Downie and Lippman Jungers and the talents of Sabina Lippman, Clint Johnson and Mark Jungers.

VERDA Health Plan of Texas and IntegraNet Forge Strategic Partnership

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
Arab American, Seniors, General Health, Health, Hispanic, Health Insurance, Consumer, Other Health, Legal outsourcing, IPA, Partnership, Southeastern United States, Patient, Medicare, Multimedia, Nursing

Verda Health Plan is proud to announce a new, pivotal partnership with IntegraNet Health, Inc., a renowned Independent Practice Association (IPA).

Key Points: 
  • Verda Health Plan is proud to announce a new, pivotal partnership with IntegraNet Health, Inc., a renowned Independent Practice Association (IPA).
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240417881858/en/
    L-R: Frank Vo, Co-Founder, President and CEO of Verda Healthcare, Lawrence Wedekind, Founder and CEO of IntegraNet Health.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    Verda Health Plan is a trailblazing Medicare Advantage Plan.
  • Verda Health Plan of Texas was established in 2024 and is a pioneering Medicare Advantage Health Plan.

AM Best Revises Issuer Credit Rating Outlook to Positive for Life Insurance Company of Alabama

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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AM Best has revised the outlook to positive from stable for the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating (Long-Term ICR) and affirmed the Financial Strength Rating (FSR) of B++ (Good) and the Long-Term ICR of “bbb” (Good) of Life Insurance Company of Alabama (LICOA) (Gadsden, AL).

Key Points: 
  • AM Best has revised the outlook to positive from stable for the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating (Long-Term ICR) and affirmed the Financial Strength Rating (FSR) of B++ (Good) and the Long-Term ICR of “bbb” (Good) of Life Insurance Company of Alabama (LICOA) (Gadsden, AL).
  • The positive outlook on the Long-Term ICR is reflective of material improvements in LICOA’s ERM program in recent years.
  • For additional information regarding the use and limitations of Credit Rating opinions, please view Guide to Best's Credit Ratings .
  • AM Best is a global credit rating agency, news publisher and data analytics provider specializing in the insurance industry.

Azzur Group Names Project Management Expert, Rob Chapman, Director of its Raleigh-Based Consulting Operation

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
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RALEIGH, N.C., April 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Azzur Group today announces the appointment of Rob Chapman to Director of Azzur Raleigh, Azzur Group's GxP advisory and consulting operation serving the burgeoning life science industry in the Southeastern U.S.

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  • RALEIGH, N.C., April 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Azzur Group today announces the appointment of Rob Chapman to Director of Azzur Raleigh, Azzur Group's GxP advisory and consulting operation serving the burgeoning life science industry in the Southeastern U.S.
  • Rob brings to Azzur Group more than 30 years of engineering and project management experience in the regulated pharmaceutical and life science space, with expertise in lean project management, process improvement, change and risk management, and project visualization.
  • "I am excited to embark on the next step of my career with Azzur Group," said Rob.
  • "We're grateful for the opportunity to welcome Rob to the Azzur Consulting team," said Allison Kerska , President, Azzur Consulting and Azzur Training Center.

Chestnut Carbon Completes Sale of First IFM Carbon Removal Credits at $34 per Credit

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
Carbon, Sale, Atmosphere, Southeastern United States, VCM, Growth, Partner (business rank), Agriculture

These IFM credits are exclusively removal credits sourced from Chestnut's forested properties in the southeastern United States.

Key Points: 
  • These IFM credits are exclusively removal credits sourced from Chestnut's forested properties in the southeastern United States.
  • 100% Carbon Removal: Unlike most IFM credits which are a blend of avoidance and removal methodologies, Chestnut only sells removal credits.
  • As more buyers enter the voluntary carbon market, Chestnut will meet increasing demand with high-quality removal credits.
  • "We are thrilled to announce the inaugural sale of Chestnut's IFM carbon credits on the VCM," said Ben Dell, Managing Partner and Co-Founder of Kimmeridge and CEO of Chestnut Carbon.

Lloyd Jones Names Jimmy Carrion Chief Operating Officer

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024
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DALLAS, April 16, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Lloyd Jones, a Dallas-based real estate investment firm has named Jimmy Carrion chief operating officer. Previously senior vice president of investor relations, Carrion has worked closely with chairman/CEO, Chris Finlay, since joining the firm in 2020.

Key Points: 
  • DALLAS, April 16, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Lloyd Jones, a Dallas-based real estate investment firm has named Jimmy Carrion chief operating officer.
  • He has all the right skills to lead Lloyd Jones in the oversight of our subsidiaries."
  • At Lloyd Jones, Carrion will continue to work closely with Finlay to oversee the operations of Lloyd Jones and its subsidiaries, with a current focus on AVIVA Senior Living, its senior housing management arm.
  • Carrion is based at the Lloyd Jones Crescent Court headquarters in Uptown Dallas.

Grocery Outlet Holding Corp. Closes Acquisition of United Grocery Outlet

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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EMERYVILLE, Calif., April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Grocery Outlet Holding Corp. (NASDAQ: GO) ("Grocery Outlet" or the "Company") today announced the closing of the previously announced acquisition of United Grocery Outlet ("UGO"), an extreme value, discount grocery retailer operating throughout the Southeastern United States, from affiliates of Gen Cap America, Inc. and current and former UGO management.

Key Points: 
  • EMERYVILLE, Calif., April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Grocery Outlet Holding Corp. (NASDAQ: GO) ("Grocery Outlet" or the "Company") today announced the closing of the previously announced acquisition of United Grocery Outlet ("UGO"), an extreme value, discount grocery retailer operating throughout the Southeastern United States, from affiliates of Gen Cap America, Inc. and current and former UGO management.
  • With 40 stores and a distribution center, the acquisition of UGO expands Grocery Outlet’s presence into Tennessee, North Carolina, Georgia, Alabama, Kentucky and Virginia.
  • "We are pleased to complete this transaction and extend our footprint into the Southeast," said RJ Sheedy, President and Chief Executive Officer of Grocery Outlet.
  • We are excited to welcome the United Grocery Outlet team to the Grocery Outlet family and work together on the many growth opportunities ahead."