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GERRY A. FERNANDEZ, FOUNDER AND PRESIDENT OF THE MULTICULTURAL FOODSERVICE & HOSPITALITY ALLIANCE TO STEP DOWN AFTER 27 YEARS

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Thursday, August 24, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Multicultural Foodservice & Hospitality Alliance (MFHA) today announced that President and Founder Gerry A. Fernandez will be retiring effective December 31, 2023.  Beginning next year, Gerry will support MFHA in an advisory role.

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  • Industry Icon Leaves Legacy of Advancing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
    WASHINGTON, Aug. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Multicultural Foodservice & Hospitality Alliance (MFHA) today announced that President and Founder Gerry A. Fernandez will be retiring effective December 31, 2023.
  • He also developed a supplier diversity directory and conducted the industry's first diverse practices survey.
  • "His innate leadership, commitment to others' success, and passion for hospitality have helped thousands of restaurant and foodservice workers build a future of opportunity."
  • Gerry is also an honorary Board Member of the Rhode Island Community Food Bank and life member of the NAACP and the Women's Foodservice Forum (WFF).

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare welcomes actress, comedian Sherri Shepherd to Healthier 901 Fest

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Thursday, August 24, 2023
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MEMPHIS, Tenn. , Aug. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare welcomes Sherri Shepherd, a four-time Emmy nominated and NAACP Image Award-winning talk show host, sitcom actress and comedian, to its highly anticipated Healthier 901 Fest on Saturday, Sept. 2, at Shelby Farms Park.

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  • MEMPHIS, Tenn. , Aug. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare welcomes Sherri Shepherd, a four-time Emmy nominated and NAACP Image Award-winning talk show host, sitcom actress and comedian, to its highly anticipated Healthier 901 Fest on Saturday, Sept. 2, at Shelby Farms Park.
  • Whether the goal is to lose five pounds, 50 pounds or adopt a healthier and more active lifestyle, Healthier 901 Fest and the three-year Healthier 901 challenge is for everyone.
  • Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare is committed to supporting the Memphis community and providing access to quality healthcare services.
  • Healthier 901 Fest and the three-year challenge are sponsored by anchor community partners Cigna Healthcare, Action News 5, Nike and Kroger.

Impact Shares YWCA Women’s Empowerment ETF (NYSE: WOMN) Celebrates Five Year Anniversary

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Thursday, August 24, 2023
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Impact Shares, the first non-profit ETF sponsor in the U.S., is excited to celebrate the five-year anniversary of the Impact Shares YWCA Women’s Empowerment ETF (NYSE: WOMN).

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  • Impact Shares, the first non-profit ETF sponsor in the U.S., is excited to celebrate the five-year anniversary of the Impact Shares YWCA Women’s Empowerment ETF (NYSE: WOMN).
  • To celebrate WOMN’s fifth anniversary, Impact Shares and YWCA USA will ring the New York Stock Exchange’s closing bell at 4 p.m. EDT on Thursday, August 24, 2023.
  • As a non-profit ETF issuer, Impact Shares is committed to using its platform for social impact.
  • The Impact Shares suite of ETF also includes the NAACP Minority Empowerment ETF (NYSE: NACP), which allows investors to allocate capital to U.S. companies with strong racial and ethnic diversity policies in place, as well as the Impact Shares Affordable Housing ETF (NYSE: OWNS), which seeks to invest in the dignity of homeownership for minority and low-and-moderate income families.

NAACP Utilizes Meridia's Electronic Voting Clickers Again During Their 114th Annual Convention

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Wednesday, August 9, 2023
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MALVERN, Pa., Aug. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Just like last year in Atlantic City, NJ Meridia's electronic voting clickers replaced a longstanding tradition of paper ballots and manual vote-counting from yesteryears. The week-long event ran from July 28th to August 1st in Boston, covering issues like LGBTQ+ rights, Gun Control, Environmental Protection, Police Training and many other hot-button topics.

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  • The NAACP utilized Meridia's electronic voting platform to collect, count and document the ballots of over 1,300 delegates appointed from each of the nation's regions during their 114th annual convention hosted this year at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center (BCEC).
  • The voting system allowed the NAACP to conduct business meeting voting quickly, accurately, and securely during their Resolutions Plenary session.
  • Leon W. Russell, (NAACP Chair) led the meeting and verbally opened and closed each vote.
  • MALVERN, Pa., Aug. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Just like last year in Atlantic City, NJ Meridia's electronic voting clickers replaced a longstanding tradition of paper ballots and manual vote-counting from yesteryears.

USBC National Conference Soars with Frederick Haynes III, Mayor Bowser, Rev. Sharpton, Derrick Johnson, Baiju Bhatt, Rep. Horsford & Surprise Visit from President Biden

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Friday, July 28, 2023
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WASHINGTON, July 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The 2023 U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. (USBC) National Conference, held from July 19th to 21st at the prestigious Waldorf Astoria in Washington, D.C., concluded with resounding success, gathering over 600 entrepreneurial enthusiasts from across the nation. The event was an unprecedented celebration of Black entrepreneurship, leadership, advocacy, and economic empowerment.

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  • During the event, Ron Busby, Sr. joined the stage with National Action Network President & Founder Rev.
  • Thursday, July 20th, was marked by a captivating keynote address from the newly appointed President of Rainbow PUSH Coalition, Reverend Dr. Frederick Haynes III.
  • During the USBC 2023 National Conference, outstanding individuals and organizations were recognized for their exceptional contributions to the Black business community.
  • The 2023 USBC National Conference embodied empowerment and unity, creating a platform for networking, knowledge exchange, and collaboration among attendees.

The Nextdoor Kind Foundation Continues Commitment to Community Entrepreneurs With Second Keep It Local Business Fund Grant

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023
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Today, the Nextdoor Kind Foundation announced the opening of the application period for the return of its small business microgrant program, the Keep It Local Business Fund .

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  • Today, the Nextdoor Kind Foundation announced the opening of the application period for the return of its small business microgrant program, the Keep It Local Business Fund .
  • Beginning July 26 through September 4th, 2023, eligible small businesses can apply for a $5,000 grant through the Keep It Local Business Fund .
  • The Nextdoor Kind Foundation believes that neighbors are the best source of ideas to improve their own communities.
  • To learn more about the Keep It Local Business Fund, visit the Nextdoor Kind Foundation here .

Blue Team Triumphs in Double Overtime at Ball4Good Celebrity Basketball Game, Honoring Six Organizations

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Thursday, July 20, 2023
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With the final score at an intense 93-90, the Blue Team emerged triumphant over their formidable rivals, the Red Team, in a contest that kept the crowd on the edge of their seats.

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  • With the final score at an intense 93-90, the Blue Team emerged triumphant over their formidable rivals, the Red Team, in a contest that kept the crowd on the edge of their seats.
  • The Pregame show between the BRUH Mentor and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Upstate youth teams was filled with cheers, baskets, and promising talent.
  • However, the real champions of the afternoon were the local organizations supported by Ball4Good, as the charity generously awarded grants to aid various causes close to the community's hearts.
  • Behind the scenes, the 2023 Ball4Good Celebrity Basketball Game was meticulously organized by a passionate youth grants committee, comprising exceptional high school students guided by insightful college student advisors.

Impact Shares Celebrates Five Year Anniversary of the NAACP Minority Empowerment ETF (NYSE: NACP)

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Tuesday, July 18, 2023
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Impact Shares is proud to announce the five year anniversary of its flagship product, the NAACP Minority Empowerment ETF (NYSE: NACP).

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  • Impact Shares is proud to announce the five year anniversary of its flagship product, the NAACP Minority Empowerment ETF (NYSE: NACP).
  • "At Impact Shares, we are steadfast in our conviction that financial investments can be a catalyst for transformative social change," said Ethan Powell, Founder and CEO of Impact Shares.
  • As a nonprofit ETF issuer, Impact Shares is committed to using its platform for social impact.
  • The Impact Shares suite of ETF also includes the YWCA Women’s Empowerment ETF (NYSE: WOMN), which is designed to provide exposure to companies supporting women’s empowerment and gender equality, as well as the Impact Shares Affordable Housing ETF (NYSE: OWNS), which seeks to invest in the dignity of homeownership for minority and low-and-moderate income families.

Verano Announces the Opening of Zen Leaf Norwich, the Company’s First Social Equity Joint Venture Location in Connecticut and Third Cannabis Dispensary Statewide

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Wednesday, July 12, 2023
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Zen Leaf Norwich, located at 606 W Main Street, is open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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  • Zen Leaf Norwich, located at 606 W Main Street, is open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • “As our first social equity joint venture dispensary in Connecticut, opening Zen Leaf Norwich allows us to contribute to equitable growth within the cannabis industry as the program continues to expand across the state,” said George Archos, Verano Founder and Chief Executive Officer.
  • Including Zen Leaf Norwich, the Company plans to open a total of six social equity joint venture dispensaries across Connecticut with its social equity partners in the months ahead, subject to obtaining all customary approvals, which would raise Verano’s total retail footprint to eight stores statewide.
  • Members of the media can access downloadable images, corporate information and an archive of Company press releases via Investors.Verano.com .

DERREL BRYAN SELECTED AS INTERIM DEAN OF FLORIDA SOUTHERN COLLEGE'S SCHOOL OF EDUCATION

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Wednesday, July 5, 2023
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LAKELAND, Fla., July 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Florida Southern College Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs Dr. Tracey Tedder announces the appointment of Dr. Derrel Bryan, professor and experienced leader, as the interim dean of the School of Education , effective immediately.

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  • LAKELAND, Fla., July 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Florida Southern College Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs Dr. Tracey Tedder announces the appointment of Dr. Derrel Bryan, professor and experienced leader, as the interim dean of the School of Education , effective immediately.
  • "I am pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Bryan as the interim dean of FSC's School of Education," said Tedder.
  • Bryan replaces Dr. Victoria Giordano, who will serve as the Associate Provost for Institutional Research and Assessment for Florida Southern College.
  • "After decades in secondary school education, Florida Southern presented a unique challenge for me as an administrator.