Optimism

American Solar Energy Society Announces 2024 Award Winners and Fellow Inductees - Join the Celebration at the SOLAR 2024 Awards Banquet on May 21 in Washington, D.C.

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Wednesday, May 1, 2024
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The 2024 award recipients and fellow inductees have been selected for their remarkable contributions to the solar energy community and their commitment to driving an equitable and far-reaching clean energy transition.

Key Points: 
  • The 2024 award recipients and fellow inductees have been selected for their remarkable contributions to the solar energy community and their commitment to driving an equitable and far-reaching clean energy transition.
  • The award winners and fellow inductees will be formally recognized at the ASES Annual Awards Banquet on May 21 from 5:30- 9:00 pm ET at George Washington University in Washington, D.C..
  • The banquet will coincide with the celebration of ASES's 70th anniversary, marking a seven-decade legacy of leadership in promoting solar energy and sustainability.
  • "We are thrilled to recognize the exceptional accomplishments of both our award winners and fellow inductees this year," said Jill Cliburn, ASES Awards Chair and a fellow in the Society.

Global Survey Finds Business Leaders Optimistic About 2024 Despite Working Capital Challenges

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Wednesday, May 1, 2024
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KANSAS CITY, Mo., May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The majority of today's business leaders expect to see revenue growth this year, with 32% believing revenues will grow by more than 10%, according to the 2024 Working Capital Survey from C2FO, the world's on-demand working capital platform.

Key Points: 
  • KANSAS CITY, Mo., May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The majority of today's business leaders expect to see revenue growth this year, with 32% believing revenues will grow by more than 10%, according to the 2024 Working Capital Survey from C2FO , the world's on-demand working capital platform.
  • Nearly 60% said that increasingly longer payment terms with customers require them to find alternative sources of working capital to fund their growth goals.
  • The survey, conducted in January 2024, asked over 1,000 financial decision-makers and executives in the United States, the United Kingdom, Mexico and India to determine their economic outlook and current working capital usage and needs.
  • As the global leader in working capital, C2FO is working to ensure solutions are available to businesses of every size and industry.

LightBox Activity Index Up Modestly in Q1 2024 from Q4 Low; Forecast Redrawn as Rate Cuts Stall

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Tuesday, April 30, 2024
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The LightBox CRE Activity Index provides an aggregate view of the market with information on property listings and due diligence.

Key Points: 
  • The LightBox CRE Activity Index provides an aggregate view of the market with information on property listings and due diligence.
  • In an average year, LightBox customers complete thousands of transactions over the LightBox platform to support commercial real estate dealmaking offering a preview of potential market performance.
  • In Q1 2024, the LightBox Index rose to 78.7, an increase of 13.4 points from the three-year low in Q4 2023.
  • For the remainder of 2024, LightBox analysts forecast a continued upward trajectory albeit at a slightly slower pace than projected in the first quarter of this year.

Build Change Welcomes New Board Member and Leaders

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Tuesday, April 30, 2024
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DENVER, April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Build Change welcomes a new board member and two new members of its senior management team: Susie Berg, Director and Senior Corporate Counsel at Autodesk was appointed to the board of directors effective February 6, 2024; Abby Robinson joined Build Change in February as Director of Strategic Partnerships, and Angie Henderson Moncada joined as VP of Communications earlier this month. These new leaders provide expertise that will enable Build Change to deliver impact and raise money by enhancing digital client experience, deepening community-driven collaboration, and sharing powerful stories.

Key Points: 
  • DENVER, April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Build Change welcomes a new board member and two new members of its senior management team: Susie Berg, Director and Senior Corporate Counsel at Autodesk was appointed to the board of directors effective February 6, 2024; Abby Robinson joined Build Change in February as Director of Strategic Partnerships, and Angie Henderson Moncada joined as VP of Communications earlier this month.
  • These new leaders provide expertise that will enable Build Change to deliver impact and raise money by enhancing digital client experience, deepening community-driven collaboration, and sharing powerful stories.
  • Build Change welcomes a new board member and two new members of its senior management team.
  • It frames my approach joining Build Change as we develop and nurture new and existing strategic partnerships around the globe."

Raise 2024 Fundraising Conference Speakers, Schedule, and Emcees Announced

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Tuesday, April 30, 2024
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INDIANAPOLIS, April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- OneCause, a leading provider of digital fundraising technology, today announced the speaker lineup, schedule, and emcees for their Raise 2024 fundraising conference. Nearly 700 nonprofit fundraising professionals and social good sector leaders are expected to attend the conference, returning September 9-10 to the Country Music Hall of Fame in Nashville, TN, after a sold-out 2023 event.

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  • INDIANAPOLIS, April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- OneCause , a leading provider of digital fundraising technology, today announced the speaker lineup, schedule, and emcees for their Raise 2024 fundraising conference.
  • "Raise is more than just a conference; it's a vibrant gathering of passionate individuals dedicated to advancing the landscape of generosity," said Karrie Wozniak, Chief Marketing Officer for OneCause.
  • Keynote speakers for Raise 2024 will be announced in mid-May.
  • Raise 2024 will also welcome emcees Reggie Rivers and Shanna Adamic to the stage.

As Early-Onset Breast Cancer Cases Soar in North America and EU, Biotech Ramps Up Response

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Tuesday, April 30, 2024
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VANCOUVER, BC, April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- USA News Group – An alarming rise in early-onset cancers has medical experts very concerned, as cancer cases in younger people are rising sharply. In particular, a surge in cases of breast cancer is being witnessed in Canada, the USA, and the EU, with extra concern to patients thought to be in remission contracting breast cancer a second time, according to a new study from the University of Cambridge. However, there's still optimism towards new treatments, and significant growth of 9.3% CAGR in the metastatic HR+/HER2- breast cancer market through 2032 has treatment developers working harder to make gains for patients. Among the biotech companies currently making strides are Oncolytics Biotech Inc. (NASDAQ: ONCY) (TSX: ONC), IceCure Medical Ltd (NASDAQ: ICCM), Atossa Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: ATOS), Arvinas, Inc. (NASDAQ: ARVN), and Pfizer Inc. (NYSE: PFE) (NEO: PFE).

Key Points: 
  • Recently, Oncolytics announced that they had submitted a Type C meeting request to the FDA to discuss a forthcoming trial for pelareorep aimed at treating HR+/HER2- metastatic breast cancer (mBC) patients.
  • "A key focus for Oncolytics in 2024 is defining the regulatory path for pelareorep in breast cancer treatment," said Matt Coffey, President and CEO of Oncolytics.
  • "We are optimistic that pelareorep, in combination with paclitaxel, could significantly enhance clinical outcomes for patients with HR+/HER2- metastatic breast cancer.
  • The company looks forward to meeting with the FDA in Q2 2024 to finalize the trial design and goals for using pelareorep in treating metastatic breast cancer.

As Early-Onset Breast Cancer Cases Soar in North America and EU, Biotech Ramps Up Response

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Tuesday, April 30, 2024
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VANCOUVER, BC, April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- USA News Group – An alarming rise in early-onset cancers has medical experts very concerned, as cancer cases in younger people are rising sharply. In particular, a surge in cases of breast cancer is being witnessed in Canada, the USA, and the EU, with extra concern to patients thought to be in remission contracting breast cancer a second time, according to a new study from the University of Cambridge. However, there's still optimism towards new treatments, and significant growth of 9.3% CAGR in the metastatic HR+/HER2- breast cancer market through 2032 has treatment developers working harder to make gains for patients. Among the biotech companies currently making strides are Oncolytics Biotech Inc. (NASDAQ: ONCY) (TSX: ONC), IceCure Medical Ltd (NASDAQ: ICCM), Atossa Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ: ATOS), Arvinas, Inc. (NASDAQ: ARVN), and Pfizer Inc. (NYSE: PFE) (NEO: PFE).

Key Points: 
  • Recently, Oncolytics announced that they had submitted a Type C meeting request to the FDA to discuss a forthcoming trial for pelareorep aimed at treating HR+/HER2- metastatic breast cancer (mBC) patients.
  • "A key focus for Oncolytics in 2024 is defining the regulatory path for pelareorep in breast cancer treatment," said Matt Coffey, President and CEO of Oncolytics.
  • "We are optimistic that pelareorep, in combination with paclitaxel, could significantly enhance clinical outcomes for patients with HR+/HER2- metastatic breast cancer.
  • The company looks forward to meeting with the FDA in Q2 2024 to finalize the trial design and goals for using pelareorep in treating metastatic breast cancer.

US Consumer Confidence Retreats in April

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Tuesday, April 30, 2024
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NEW YORK, April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index® deteriorated for the third consecutive month in April, retreating to 97.0 (1985=100) from a downwardly revised 103.1 in March. Despite these three months of weakness, the gauge continues to move sideways within a relatively narrow range that's largely held steady for more than two years.

Key Points: 
  • "In the month, confidence declined among consumers of all age groups and almost all income groups except for the $25,000 to $49,999 bracket.
  • In April, households with incomes below $25,000 and those with incomes above $75,000 reported the largest deteriorations in confidence.
  • However, over a six-month basis, confidence for consumers earning less than $50,000 has been stable, but confidence among consumers earning more has weakened."
  • The Conference Board publishes the Consumer Confidence Index® at 10 a.m.

Survey: Manufacturing Industry Optimism on the Rise, Material Costs and Labor Challenges Become Less Worrisome

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Tuesday, April 30, 2024
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In comparison, executives' optimism averaged at 6.76 on a scale of one to 10 in August 2023.

Key Points: 
  • In comparison, executives' optimism averaged at 6.76 on a scale of one to 10 in August 2023.
  • Two factors in the increase in optimism across the industry are an increase in customer demand and a decrease in labor challenges.
  • These projects help manufacturers reduce costs (as reported by 58% of respondents), better measure results, eliminate rework and more.
  • View the latest Sikich Industry Pulse: Manufacturing and Distribution report here .

The Gardner School celebrates World Wish Day with lessons in lofty ambitions

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Monday, April 29, 2024
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FRANKLIN, Tenn., April 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Gardner School, an award-winning preschool provider operating 37 locations nationwide, celebrated World Wish Day on April 29 by hosting "Make a Wish, Give a Wish" classroom activities to help students learn about the value of spreading kindness, pursuing their dreams, and encouraging others by spreading hope and optimism.

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  • "Each child wrote down a wish for themselves and a wish on behalf of a loved one to serve as tangible, everyday reminders of what they're hoping for," said Rochelle Koznick, VP of Operations.
  • Established in 2010 by Make-A-Wish to spread awareness of its mission, this year's World Wish Day was also an opportunity for The Gardner School to commemorate 10 years of partnering with local Make-A-Wish chapters through fundraising and hosting wish-granting events for participating kids.
  • Over the past ten years, The Gardner School has raised more than $170,000 to support wish-granting efforts in their communities.
  • "Compassion and generosity are key elements of our curriculum," said Tammy Robinson, Chief Operating Officer at The Gardner School.