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Q&M Dental Group recorded growth in both Revenue and Net Profit after tax attributable to parent of S$182.7 million and S$11.5 million respectively for FY2023

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Friday, March 1, 2024

Comparing FY2023 with FY2022, share of loss in Aoxin Q & M, decreased by S$0.5 million for the same reason give above.

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  • Comparing FY2023 with FY2022, share of loss in Aoxin Q & M, decreased by S$0.5 million for the same reason give above.
  • This is mainly attributable to operating cash flow before changes in working capital offset by increase on working capital.
  • As at 31 December 2023, Q & M has cash and cash equivalents of S$34.0 million and bank borrowings plus finance leases amounting to S$80.3 million.
  • Net Aset Value attributable to owners of parent is S$99.1 million as at 31 December 2023 compared to S$96.5 million a year ago, an increase of 3%.

MissionSquare Research Institute Study Examines Sentiment of Younger Public Service Employees by Race and Ethnicity

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C., March 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A new research brief from MissionSquare Research Institute compares the sentiment of younger public service employees by race and ethnicity.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, D.C., March 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A new research brief from MissionSquare Research Institute compares the sentiment of younger public service employees by race and ethnicity.
  • The detailed insights are presented in the research brief, "35 and Under in the Public Sector: Comparisons by Race and Ethnicity."
  • Gerald Young , MissionSquare Research Institute Senior Research Analyst said, "Building on the Research Institute’s earlier study of state and local government workforce diversity , this issue brief offers agency officials critical insights on the  views of younger workers by race and ethnicity.
  • It’s our hope that agency officials will leverage this research to gain a deeper understanding of the preferences and sentiment of their younger workers.

Work Location Does Not Impact Effectiveness of Project Performance, Finds New Research from Project Management Institute

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

To examine if work location really drives project performance Project Management Institute (PMI), the world's leading authority for project professionals, published its 15th annual Pulse of the Profession ® report, The Future of Project Work: Moving Past Office-Centric Models.

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  • To examine if work location really drives project performance Project Management Institute (PMI), the world's leading authority for project professionals, published its 15th annual Pulse of the Profession ® report, The Future of Project Work: Moving Past Office-Centric Models.
  • The survey results of 2,246 project professionals and 342 senior leaders around the world provide compelling evidence that organizations can provide work location flexibility, agility, and empowerment without affecting project execution and performance.
  • For many teams, that is a fit-for-purpose, hybrid management approach – one that blends both agile and predictive tools and methods.
  • To learn more about the future of project work, read the full report here .

WorkHound’s Annual Feedback Trends Report Highlights State of Trucking in 2024

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

WorkHound , a leader in employee feedback management for frontline workforce industries, unveiled its eagerly anticipated Annual Trends Report focused on top feedback trends in trucking for 2024.

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  • WorkHound , a leader in employee feedback management for frontline workforce industries, unveiled its eagerly anticipated Annual Trends Report focused on top feedback trends in trucking for 2024.
  • Based on nearly 100,000 anonymous frontline worker comments across 100+ logistics and trucking companies, the latest trends report dives deep into the workforce's sentiments, concerns, and praises, spotlighting the most pressing issues and emerging trends across the industry.
  • “2023 was a year with significant challenges in the trucking sector,” said Max Farrell, co-founder and CEO of WorkHound.
  • Our latest workforce trend report leverages real-world feedback to illuminate the current state of the transportation industry, enabling employers to enhance the worker experience through a deeper understanding of their needs and concerns."

New Report Portrays the Reality of Today's Teaching Profession

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

With an overall score of -13 (on a scale that ranges from -100 to +100), America's teachers on average have a somewhat dim view of the state of their profession.

Key Points: 
  • With an overall score of -13 (on a scale that ranges from -100 to +100), America's teachers on average have a somewhat dim view of the state of their profession.
  • This is a key finding of a new report released by Education Week yesterday at the SXSW EDU Conference in Austin.
  • "Teachers today face a multitude of challenges not always apparent to people outside classrooms," said Education Week Editor-in-Chief Beth Frerking.
  • The report found that nearly half of teachers—49 percent—said their morale worsened over the past year.

Classic Mazda Has Cool Mechanics

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024

ORLANDO, Fla., March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Installing air conditioning to a spacious automobile service center is an expensive investment for any dealership. But according to Orlando's Classic Mazda General Manager Chad Rogers, it's part of an investment that has paid off in surprisingly high dividends: more than a forty percent decrease in energy costs and an increase in morale. "By installing rooftop solar panels along with an air conditioning system, we not only reduced our carbon footprint and energy costs, we also experienced a rise in technician efficiency, morale and retention. We've always known our mechanics were cool," he smiled. "Providing them with a climate-controlled workspace is part of our ongoing commitment to reward and retain this region's best and brightest auto technicians."

Key Points: 
  • But according to Orlando's Classic Mazda General Manager Chad Rogers, it's part of an investment that has paid off in surprisingly high dividends: more than a forty percent decrease in energy costs and an increase in morale.
  • We've always known our mechanics were cool," he smiled.
  • Rogers particularly noted the unique capabilities of the new Mazda CX-90 Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) which exemplifies Mazda's detail-obsessed philosophy.
  • CUTLINE:  630 solar panels brought a 43.9 % decrease in energy costs to Classic Mazda in Orlando.

Celebrating Women Veterans

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Monday, March 4, 2024

MISSION, Kan., March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- (Family Features) Veterans play an important role in U.S. history. Over time, the demographics of veterans have changed, but few realize the growing role of women in the armed forces. Today, women comprise 11% of the veteran population. According to the Pew Research Center, that number is expected to increase to 18% by 2048.

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  • Over time, the demographics of veterans have changed, but few realize the growing role of women in the armed forces.
  • Through the Veterans History Project, the Library of Congress collects and preserves the firsthand remembrances of U.S. military veterans like McClendon and makes them accessible for future generations to better understand veterans' service and sacrifice.
  • You can extend this work and honor women veterans in your community with simple acts of appreciation such as:
    Take your support for small businesses one step further and look for women veteran-owned businesses to support.
  • Visit museums and memorials, many of which have specific displays to honor the sacrifices and triumphs of women veterans.

Mission Critical Partners Announces 2024 Best Project Award Winners

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

STATE COLLEGE, Pa., Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mission Critical Partners announced the recipients of two awards that the firm instituted this year: the 2023 Most Innovative Project Award and the 2023 Most Impactful Project Award. The award winners were announced at the firm's 2024 kickoff event, held in January, which was the fourth annual virtual gathering of MCP's 200 subject-matter experts (SMEs) for strategy and educational sessions.

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  • STATE COLLEGE, Pa., Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mission Critical Partners announced the recipients of two awards that the firm instituted this year: the 2023 Most Innovative Project Award and the 2023 Most Impactful Project Award.
  • The award recipients are as follows:
    Most Innovative Project Award Winner – 911 DataPath — This award considers a project's goals; how the goals advanced the client's mission and resulted in enhanced public-safety or justice outcomes; and, most importantly, the innovative way the goals are being achieved.
  • The 911 DataPath project of the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration received this award for 2023.
  • Most Impactful Project Award Winner – Hamblen County (Tennessee) 911 Center — This award considers the degree to which a project has benefitted a client's stakeholders or its personnel.

A New Era for Kennel Connection: Jeff Brodsly's Leadership Fuels Innovation and Expansion

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

Under Brodsly's leadership, Kennel Connection has experienced a resurgence, becoming synonymous with cutting-edge solutions that empower pet care professionals.

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  • Under Brodsly's leadership, Kennel Connection has experienced a resurgence, becoming synonymous with cutting-edge solutions that empower pet care professionals.
  • The platform, once facing stagnation, has flourished, integrating groundbreaking features such as Text-To-Pay, digital contracts, advanced online booking, and unlimited 2-way SMS/MMS.
  • This transition to a cloud-based platform demonstrates Kennel Connection's commitment to innovation and flexibility in serving the pet care industry.
  • Reflecting on the journey, Jeff Brodsly shared, "The incredible journey of Kennel Connection over the past three years is not something I've done alone.

Heywood Hospital Nurses Vote to Ratify New MNA Contract Aimed at Stabilizing RN Workforce and Improving Patient Care Conditions

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Monday, February 26, 2024

GARDNER, Mass., Feb. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Registered nurses at Heywood Hospital, represented by the Massachusetts Nurses Association (MNA), voted on Thursday, February 22 to ratify a new MNA contract that will help nurses continue to provide high-quality care to community members through strong wage increases, the protection of RN benefits, and other key improvements.

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  • The new contract comes as Heywood Healthcare navigates bankruptcy proceedings and nurses advocate for professional respect and safe patient care amid the system's financial challenges.
  • With the agreement, nurses are seeking to address a long-standing staffing crisis at Heywood Hospital created by years of stagnating wages and deteriorating benefits.
  • "We will continue to hold Heywood Healthcare leadership accountable for providing excellent care to all community members in need."
  • "Under this contract, nurses know they will receive competitive raises and that their benefits will be protected, which will positively impact morale," said Jess Downer, Heywood Hospital RN, and MNA Bargaining Committee member.