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John Nicklow Named Next President of Florida Tech

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Thursday, March 30, 2023

“I want to thank the Florida Tech community for being engaged in the search,” Nicklow said.

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  • “I want to thank the Florida Tech community for being engaged in the search,” Nicklow said.
  • “I believe Florida Tech is at an inflection point, and that presents a wonderful opportunity for the university,” Nicklow said.
  • This will also help us become the preferred partner for businesses, industry and government.”
    “I’m thrilled for Florida Tech and the larger community that the board of trustees has selected as its new president Dr. John Nicklow.
  • “Florida Tech is a university with a proud past and a very bright future,” Nicklow said.

Pernod Ricard USA appoints Tombras to lead Chivas Regal account in the U.S.

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Monday, August 22, 2022

Pernod Ricard USA has hired Tombras at a pivotal time in Chivas Regal's history.

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  • Pernod Ricard USA has hired Tombras at a pivotal time in Chivas Regal's history.
  • Following the launch of the new global campaign, "I Rise, We Rise", Chivas is seeing strong growth and demand globally.
  • We look forward to partnering with Chivas on its next chapter in the US," said Dooley Tombras, President, Tombras.
  • The Chivas range blends timeless classics with modern innovation, including: Chivas 12, Chivas Extra 13, Chivas XV, Chivas Mizunara, Chivas 18, Chivas Ultis, Chivas 25, Chivas Regal The Icon, and the Global Travel Retail exclusive Chivas Brothers Blend.

Kim M. Kubasek Named CEO of Smithtown, NY-Based Developmental Disabilities Institute

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Thursday, August 4, 2022

SMITHTOWN, N.Y., Aug.4, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI) names Kim M. Kubasek Chief Executive Officer of the Smithtown, NY-based nonprofit that provides special education and therapeutic intervention services for adults and children with autism and other developmental disabilities. Ms. Kubasek previously served as DDI's Chief Operating Officer since joining the organization in 2010. She replaces longtime DDI CEO, John Lessard, who announced his retirement earlier this year.

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  • Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI) names Kim M. Kubasek Chief Executive Officer of the Smithtown, NY-based nonprofit that provides special education and therapeutic intervention services for adults and children with autism and other developmental disabilities.
  • SMITHTOWN, N.Y., Aug.4, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI) names Kim M. Kubasek Chief Executive Officer of the Smithtown, NY-based nonprofit that provides special education and therapeutic intervention services for adults and children with autism and other developmental disabilities.
  • Ms. Kubasek previously served as DDI's Chief Operating Officer since joining the organization in 2010.
  • For more than 60 years, Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI) has provided compassionate personal care to meet the emotional, educational, therapeutic, and vocational needs of children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities.

UnityPoint Health Announces New Chief Nursing Officer

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Thursday, March 24, 2022

WEST DES MOINES, Iowa, March 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- UnityPoint Healthis pleased to announce that Dr. D'Andre Carpenter has been selected as Chief Nursing Officer.

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  • WEST DES MOINES, Iowa, March 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- UnityPoint Healthis pleased to announce that Dr. D'Andre Carpenter has been selected as Chief Nursing Officer.
  • Dr. Carpenter will start with UnityPoint Health during National Nurses Week on May 9, 2022.
  • As Chief Nursing Officer, Dr. Carpenter will lead enterprise-wide initiatives to ensure safety, quality, and exceptional patient experience in alignment with the strategic direction of UnityPoint Health.
  • UnityPoint Health is one of the nation's most integrated health systems, providing care to both metropolitan and rural communities across Iowa, western Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

Jefferson Lines Honored in Passengers’ Choice Awards

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Thursday, March 17, 2022

MINNEAPOLIS, March 17, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Jefferson Lines is excited to be named one of Business Travelers Favorite carriers in Wanderus first-ever Passengers Choice Awards.

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  • MINNEAPOLIS, March 17, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Jefferson Lines is excited to be named one of Business Travelers Favorite carriers in Wanderus first-ever Passengers Choice Awards.
  • Jefferson Lines has long been known as our passengers #1 Bus Experience.
  • While riding Jefferson Lines, passengers can travel as far west as Washington, south to Arkansas, and north to Minnesota; while experiencing safe, reliable, convenient, and affordable essential transportation.
  • To learn more about Jefferson Lines, plan your next trip, or purchase a ticket , visit our website at JeffersonLines.com.

Nymbl Science and Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) Expand Program After Outpacing National Fall Prevention Efforts

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Friday, July 23, 2021

Reaching this milestone positions Nymbl as the leader in Colorado's fall prevention efforts and nationwide.

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  • Reaching this milestone positions Nymbl as the leader in Colorado's fall prevention efforts and nationwide.
  • Enrolling 5,000 older adults in four months is equivalent to 250 percent of what Colorado would normally accomplish in an entire year before Nymbl.
  • In fact, there are more older adults doing Nymbl's balance training program today than at any point in Colorado's history, for all balance programs combined.
  • In addition to leading Colorado's fall prevention efforts, Nymbl has outperformed the entire national effort for fall prevention, resulting in a five-fold increase.

Jeep® Brand Celebrates 80 Years by Building an Electric Present and Future

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Thursday, July 15, 2021

"We're celebrating our 80th anniversary by continuing to move upward and forward," said Christian Meunier, Jeep Brand Chief Executive Officer.

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  • "We're celebrating our 80th anniversary by continuing to move upward and forward," said Christian Meunier, Jeep Brand Chief Executive Officer.
  • The video showcases the unique nature of the electrification of the Jeep brand through a couple's love story.
  • The piece intertwines Jeep brand vehicles, future technology and the Jeep global community, to establish a promise for a brighter future ahead.
  • Below is a list of some of the most important moments for the Jeep brand from those eight memorable decades.

Jefferson Elects Patricia D. Wellenbach as Board Chair

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Wednesday, July 7, 2021

PHILADELPHIA, July 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Thomas Jefferson University Board of Trustees (BOT) unanimously elected Patricia D. Wellenbach as the governing board chair marking the first time in its 197-year history that a woman will assume the helm.

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  • PHILADELPHIA, July 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Thomas Jefferson University Board of Trustees (BOT) unanimously elected Patricia D. Wellenbach as the governing board chair marking the first time in its 197-year history that a woman will assume the helm.
  • "Chair Wellenbach is a transformational leader who takes over at a time when Jefferson is transforming," said Stephen K. Klasko, MD, MBA, President of Thomas Jefferson University and CEO of Jefferson Health.
  • "Thanks to her work, and many others, she ushers in the most diverse board of trustees in our history.
  • Since Dr. Klasko's arrival at Jefferson in 2013, Jefferson has increased its board diversity with minorities and women accounting for 43% of the board, including 14% African American representation.

Jefferson Lines takes proactive steps toward crisis management with TSA I-STEP training

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Tuesday, July 6, 2021

Long before the State of Minnesota had established snow removal programs, Jefferson plowed major highways to allow for safer travel.

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  • Long before the State of Minnesota had established snow removal programs, Jefferson plowed major highways to allow for safer travel.
  • Now, in the summer of 2021, an interdepartmental safety team took part in the Transportation Security Administrations Intermodal Security Training and Exercise Program (I-STEP) to evaluate and enhance crisis management procedures across all facets of Jefferson Lines.
  • In crisis management, prevention is always the first line of defense, said Jefferson Lines CEO, Steve Woelfel.
  • Jefferson Lines is one of the first privately-owned transportation companies to undergo this training.

DocGo Expands Partnership with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital to Transport Patients in Philadelphia

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Wednesday, June 16, 2021

As part of their expanded relationship, Ambulnz will transport Thomas Jefferson University Hospital patients from their homes to 11 hospital locations, including Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals' three Center City Philadelphia facilities.

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  • As part of their expanded relationship, Ambulnz will transport Thomas Jefferson University Hospital patients from their homes to 11 hospital locations, including Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals' three Center City Philadelphia facilities.
  • "DocGo, through our Ambulnz operations, has been working with Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals since May 2019 and we're excited to add Center City Campus to the list," said Anthony Capone, President of DocGo.
  • Thomas Jefferson University Hospital is rewriting the rules and resetting the odds.
  • Now more than ever, Jefferson Health is improving lives through exceptional care in the Greater Philadelphia and South Jersey area.