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Admiral William McRaven to Keynote 2024 BIO Convention

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Tuesday, April 30, 2024
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WASHINGTON, April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As recent global events have demonstrated, the world has become more challenging and American leadership is needed more at home and abroad than ever before, and that includes maintaining U.S. dominance in biotechnology innovation. Retired U.S. Navy four-star admiral, Navy SEAL, University Chancellor, best-selling author and world-renowned authority of leadership, William McRaven, will keynote the 2024 BIO International Convention, Wednesday, June 5, in San Diego. Admiral McRaven will be interviewed by John Crowley, CEO of the Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO) about the challenge of global events today and the implications for biotechnology as a national security imperative. McRaven will also share his insights on essential elements of leadership in managing complex organizations.

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  • Retired U.S. Navy four-star admiral, Navy SEAL, University Chancellor, best-selling author and world-renowned authority of leadership, William McRaven, will keynote the 2024 BIO International Convention, Wednesday, June 5, in San Diego.
  • Admiral McRaven will be interviewed by John Crowley, CEO of the Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO) about the challenge of global events today and the implications for biotechnology as a national security imperative.
  • The Convention will take place at the San Diego Convention Center from June 3 – 6, 2024.
  • Admiral William H. McRaven is a retired U.S. Navy Four-Star admiral and the former Chancellor of the University of Texas System.

Genius Group Appoints Leading Edtech Investor Michael Moe as Board Chairman

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Friday, April 19, 2024
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SINGAPORE, April 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Genius Group Limited (NYSE American: GNS) (“Genius Group” or the “Company”), a leading AI-powered education group, today announced the appointment of Mr. Michael Moe as Non Executive Chairman of its Board.

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  • SINGAPORE, April 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Genius Group Limited (NYSE American: GNS) (“Genius Group” or the “Company”), a leading AI-powered education group, today announced the appointment of Mr. Michael Moe as Non Executive Chairman of its Board.
  • He has been appointed in this role following the Genius Group’s recently announced business combination with FatBrain AI, where Mr Moe is also a shareholder and Chairman.
  • Michael Moe is the Founder and CEO of GSV Holdings.
  • Michael is an exceptional addition to Genius Group, and we are very fortunate to have him join us both as a shareholder and as the new Chairman of our Board.”

LDWW Recognized for Work Excellence by Marketing & Creative Industry Leaders

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Tuesday, April 23, 2024
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LDWW , a leading integrated marketing and communications agency with a multi-national clientele, has been recognized for its excellence and outstanding work by leading industry organizations, including being named a finalist for 2024 North American Corporate Agency of the Year by PRovoke Media.

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  • LDWW , a leading integrated marketing and communications agency with a multi-national clientele, has been recognized for its excellence and outstanding work by leading industry organizations, including being named a finalist for 2024 North American Corporate Agency of the Year by PRovoke Media.
  • PRovoke Media, a leading trade in the public relations industry, has named LDWW as a finalist for the 2024 North American Agency of the Year in the Corporate Agencies category.
  • “We are proud of the work we create together with our clients.
  • LDWW and its client the National Football Foundation (NFF) were honored for its campaign, “Future For Football” in the following Webby categories:

Essential Utilities Announces Election of Roderick K. West to Board of Directors

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Friday, October 27, 2023
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Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE: WTRG) announces the election of Rod West to the Essential board of directors.

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  • Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE: WTRG) announces the election of Rod West to the Essential board of directors.
  • As president and CEO of Entergy New Orleans from 2007-2010, West led the company out of its post-Hurricane Katrina bankruptcy and back to profitability.
  • “Rod’s vast utility experience and his strategic and commercial acumen will have an immediate, tangible impact on the Essential Board of Directors and our colleagues, customers and shareholders,” said Essential Utilities Chairman and CEO Christopher H. Franklin.
  • West is a life member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., and Sigma Pi Phi (The Boulé).

Prudential Financial elects Kathleen Murphy to Board of Directors

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Thursday, September 7, 2023
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Prudential Financial, Inc. ( NYSE: PRU ) announced today that Kathleen Murphy has been elected to the Board of Directors as an independent director, effective September 11, 2023.

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  • Prudential Financial, Inc. ( NYSE: PRU ) announced today that Kathleen Murphy has been elected to the Board of Directors as an independent director, effective September 11, 2023.
  • Murphy brings to Prudential her extensive experience in the financial services and wealth management sectors, most notably at Fidelity Investments, where she recently retired.
  • “We are excited to welcome Kathleen to the Prudential board and look forward to working closely with her.”
    Prior to joining Fidelity, Murphy was CEO of ING U.S.
  • Murphy brings a diverse array of prior board experience to Prudential, including board positions at the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, the Markle Foundation and the National Football Foundation.

Rear Admiral William D. Byrne, Jr. Joins Academy Securities’ Advisory Board and Geopolitical Intelligence Group

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023
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Academy Securities, a registered broker-dealer, certified Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE), and Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), today announced the addition of Rear Admiral William D. Byrne, Jr. to its Advisory Board and Geopolitical Intelligence Group.

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  • Academy Securities, a registered broker-dealer, certified Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE), and Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), today announced the addition of Rear Admiral William D. Byrne, Jr. to its Advisory Board and Geopolitical Intelligence Group.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230307005371/en/
    Rear Admiral Byrne retired from the United States Navy in August of 2022 after 35 years of service.
  • His final assignment in the military was the Director of Warfare Development for the Chief of Naval Operations where he developed strategy.
  • Academy is our nation’s first post-9/11 disabled veteran owned investment bank and is certified as a DVBE, SDVOSB, and MBE.

Lycoming College to dedicate David Person Field at Girardi Stadium in 2023

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022
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If that's the case, there's no doubt that the stadium that encapsulates David Person Field inside the Robert L. Shangraw Athletic Complex is certainly the house that Frank Girardi built.

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  • If that's the case, there's no doubt that the stadium that encapsulates David Person Field inside the Robert L. Shangraw Athletic Complex is certainly the house that Frank Girardi built.
  • Now that stadium will bear his name, as Girardi Stadium will officially be dedicated at the 2023 Lycoming College football team's home opener on Saturday, Sept. 9, as the College's Board of Trustees approved the naming of the stadium during its meeting on Sunday, Oct. 16.
  • There have been few people who have been as transformational in the history of the Lycoming College athletic department.
  • "I am personally honored to recognize Coach Girardi by announcing that the football stadium will now bear his name," Lycoming College President Kent Trachte said.

Little Rock Touchdown Club Reveals 2022 Lineup

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Tuesday, August 2, 2022
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LITTLE ROCK, Ark., Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On Tuesday, the Little Rock Touchdown Club announced its 2022 speakers at a news conference at War Memorial Stadium.

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  • LITTLE ROCK, Ark., Aug. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On Tuesday, the Little Rock Touchdown Club announced its 2022 speakers at a news conference at War Memorial Stadium.
  • Little Rock Touchdown Club president and Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame inductee David Bazzel announced that Arkansas Razorback Head Coach, Sam Pittman, will kick off the 18th season of the Little Rock Touchdown Club.
  • The Little Rock Touchdown Club meets at the DoubleTree Hotel, located at424 W. Markham St. in Little Rock.
  • The Little Rock Touchdown Club began in August 2004 when a small group gathered at what was then the Little Rock Hilton to discuss football.

University President to Receive the Distinguished American Award from the Brian Piccolo Chapter of the National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame

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Wednesday, April 20, 2022
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"President Armstrong truly deserves -- and has truly earned -- this Distinguished American Award from the Brian Piccolo Chapter of the National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame, Inc. As a former college player, coach, and athletic director, and now as a college president, President Armstrong really represents and reflects all that is good about our great game of football," commented John P. "Jack" Seiler, member of the Board of Directors of the Brian Piccolo Chapter. "We are privileged and honored to recognize his extraordinary leadership at all levels of life, his countless contributions to scholar-athletes, his immense passion for building community and improving the lives of thousands, and his intense love of football not only as a game but as a 'game changer' for so many. Congratulations President Armstrong but, more importantly, thank you!" 

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  • The Distinguished American Award is presented on special occasions when an exceptional candidate such as President Armstrong emerges.
  • The award is recognized as one of the most prestigious honors bestowed upon former college football players or coaches.
  • "President Armstrong truly deserves -- and has truly earned -- this Distinguished American Award from the Brian Piccolo Chapter of the National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame, Inc. As a former college player, coach, and athletic director, and now as a college president, President Armstrong really represents and reflects all that is good about our great game of football," commented John P. "Jack"Seiler,member of the Board of Directors of theBrian Piccolo Chapter.
  • "Being honored by the National Football Foundation feels like I am living a dream, especially the Brian Piccolo Chapter.

College Football Hall of Fame and Microsoft Enter Multiyear Agreement

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Tuesday, January 18, 2022
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The Chick-fil-A College Football Hall of Fame is proud to announce Microsoft as its newest Official Partner.

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  • The Chick-fil-A College Football Hall of Fame is proud to announce Microsoft as its newest Official Partner.
  • "We are thrilled to join forces with Microsoft as we constantly seek to elevate the memorable experiences we create for college football fans across the country, says Kimberly Beaudin, President and CEO of the College Football Hall of Fame.
  • "Microsoft is bringing incredible technology solutions and deep experience from their football partner team to the Hall which helps us advance our mission and strengthen our position as the national home of college football.
  • The Chick-fil-A College Football Hall of Fame is a 94,256-square-foot attraction located in the heart of Atlanta's sports, entertainment and tourism district.