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ManTech Names Barbara Haines-Parmele as Executive Vice President and General Manager of Intelligence Sector

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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HERNDON, Va., April 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ManTech, a leading provider of AI and mission-focused technology solutions, today announced that it has promoted Barbara Haines-Parmele to Executive Vice President and General Manager of the company’s Intelligence Sector.

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  • HERNDON, Va., April 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ManTech, a leading provider of AI and mission-focused technology solutions, today announced that it has promoted Barbara Haines-Parmele to Executive Vice President and General Manager of the company’s Intelligence Sector.
  • Reporting to CEO and President Matt Tait, Haines-Parmele will lead strategic and operational initiatives to address the Intelligence Community’s (IC) most critical missions.
  • “As a ManTech leader, Barbara excels in client satisfaction, workforce management and financial performance that drive business growth.”
    Previously, Haines-Parmele served as Vice President of the National Intelligence Solutions (NIS) Division – part of ManTech’s Intelligence Sector.
  • She joined ManTech as a program manager in 2006 and since 2018 has served as Vice President leading programs supporting key Intelligence Community clients.

Capstreet-backed Surgical Notes Names Dominic Brignola as Chief Financial Officer

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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DALLAS, April 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Surgical Notes (“Surgical Notes” or the “Company”), a nationwide provider of billing services and solutions for the ambulatory surgery center (ASC) and surgical hospital markets, today announced that healthcare finance veteran Dominic (Nick) Brignola has joined the Company as Chief Financial Officer.

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  • DALLAS, April 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Surgical Notes (“Surgical Notes” or the “Company”), a nationwide provider of billing services and solutions for the ambulatory surgery center (ASC) and surgical hospital markets, today announced that healthcare finance veteran Dominic (Nick) Brignola has joined the Company as Chief Financial Officer.
  • Surgical Notes is backed by Capstreet, a Houston-based lower middle market private equity firm.
  • Mr. Brignola joins Surgical Notes from R1 RCM, a revenue cycle management company servicing hospitals, health systems, and physician groups, where he was Senior Vice President, Finance, Operations.
  • “We are delighted to welcome Nick to the Company,” said Randy Bishop, president and chief executive officer of Surgical Notes.

Gardners Candies Unveils Ambitious National Grocery and Convenience Store Growth Plan

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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TYRONE, Pa., March 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gardners Candies, Inc., the legendary Pennsylvania-based chocolatier, is launching an aggressive strategy to infiltrate grocery and convenience store shelves across the nation.

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  • TYRONE, Pa., March 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gardners Candies, Inc., the legendary Pennsylvania-based chocolatier, is launching an aggressive strategy to infiltrate grocery and convenience store shelves across the nation.
  • Gardners Candies products are already sold in more than 150 retail locations, including Sheetz, Giant Eagle, GetGo, Giant Food Stores and CVS.
  • The brand is focusing on introducing its iconic, premium confections to customers of Wawa, Kroger, Publix, UDF and Menard’s, as well as other national grocers and convenience store operators.
  • “With Jim’s leadership and our new manufacturing capacity, Gardners Candies is poised to become a true national brand."

Adamas One Corp. Announces Establishment of Board of Advisors for Adamas One Technologies

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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The Board of Advisors is comprised of esteemed industry experts that will provide strategic guidance as Adamas One Technologies explores various applications for lab-grown diamonds in the semiconductor industry.

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  • The Board of Advisors is comprised of esteemed industry experts that will provide strategic guidance as Adamas One Technologies explores various applications for lab-grown diamonds in the semiconductor industry.
  • The newly appointed members include:
    Jerry McGuire- Mr. McGuire is currently the COO of Adamas One Corp. and the President of Adamas One Technologies.
  • The establishment of the Board of Advisors underscores the company's dedication to staying at the forefront of technological advancements and driving value for its stakeholders.
  • Adamas One Corp. is a registered trademark of Adamas One Corp. in the United States and/or other countries.

Pennsylvania Employees Benefit Trust Fund Board of Trustees Appoints New Executive Director

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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The Board of Trustees of the Pennsylvania Employees Benefit Trust Fund (PEBTF) today announced the appointment of Don Clair to the position of Executive Director.

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  • The Board of Trustees of the Pennsylvania Employees Benefit Trust Fund (PEBTF) today announced the appointment of Don Clair to the position of Executive Director.
  • Clair has over 20 years of health care experience, including various leadership roles within health insurance companies.
  • The PEBTF, established in 1988, administers health care benefits to approximately 68,000 eligible Commonwealth of Pennsylvania employees and 65,000 retirees and their dependents.
  • The PEBTF is governed by a Board of Trustees comprised both of Commonwealth and Union representatives.

HanesBrands and Duke University Extend Long-term Apparel Partnership

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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HanesBrands (NYSE:HBI), the world’s largest supplier of collegiate fan apparel, is pleased to announce a five-year extension of its current apparel partnership with Duke University.

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  • HanesBrands (NYSE:HBI), the world’s largest supplier of collegiate fan apparel, is pleased to announce a five-year extension of its current apparel partnership with Duke University.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240409834201/en/
    HanesBrands, the world’s largest supplier of collegiate fan apparel, is pleased to announce a five-year extension of its current apparel partnership with Duke University.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    Duke is one of more than two dozen elite schools that have exclusive mass retail partnerships with HanesBrands, including Florida State, Penn State, the University of Michigan, Clemson University and Auburn University.
  • In addition, more than a dozen leading universities have primary apparel partnerships with HanesBrands, including the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the University of Cincinnati, The Ohio State University and the University of Georgia.

Largest Grocery Chain in U.S. Adds Yerbaé Across the Country

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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Yerbaé Brands Corp. (TSX-V: YERB.U; OTCQX: YERBF) (“Yerbaé” or the “Company”), a plant-based energy beverage company, announced its further expansion into the grocery channel with Kroger, the largest U.S. grocery store chain.

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  • Yerbaé Brands Corp. (TSX-V: YERB.U; OTCQX: YERBF) (“Yerbaé” or the “Company”), a plant-based energy beverage company, announced its further expansion into the grocery channel with Kroger, the largest U.S. grocery store chain.
  • Yerbae's products will now be available in over 1,000 Kroger locations across the country, solidifying its presence in the retail market.
  • Todd Gibson, co-founder and CEO of Yerbaé, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, stating, "This partnership with Kroger represents more than just increased distribution.
  • Yerbaé invites consumers to experience its plant-based energy drinks, now conveniently available in Kroger stores mentioned above starting in third quarter 2024.

Arizona College of Nursing Appoints New Chief Compliance Officer, Chief Academic Officer

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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LAS VEGAS, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Arizona College of Nursing announced two additions to its executive leadership team. Dominick Muracco, J. D., joins the organization as Chief Compliance Officer and General Counsel while Jason Dunne, DNP, MSN, RN, steps into the role of Chief Academic Officer.

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  • Dominick Muracco joins the company as Chief Compliance Officer, while Jason Dunne is named Chief Academic Officer
    LAS VEGAS, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Arizona College of Nursing announced two additions to its executive leadership team.
  • Dominick Muracco, J. D., joins the organization as Chief Compliance Officer and General Counsel while Jason Dunne, DNP, MSN, RN, steps into the role of Chief Academic Officer.
  • As Chief Compliance Officer, Muracco will lead regulatory partnership efforts, including the College's continued compliance and program expansion efforts.
  • Prior to joining Arizona College of Nursing, Muracco served as the Chief Compliance Officer for Hertz.

MADD's "Power of Parents Handbook" Helps Parents In the Fight Against Underage Drinking and Impaired Driving

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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IRVING, Texas, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Power of Parents Handbook developed by Mothers Against Drunk Driving® (MADD) and Robert Turrisi, Ph.D., Professor of Biobehavioral Health and Prevention Research Center at Penn State, is helping to equip parents, guardians, and caring adults to have lifesaving conversations with the youth in their lives.

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  • "My collaborative effort with MADD on the Power of Parents is easily the most significant highlight of my career.
  • Being able to make a difference in the lives of so many families is such a great privilege and honor.
  • In addition, numerous studies show that kids say their parents are the leading influence on their decisions about drinking.
  • Parents can download free Power of Parents handbooks for parents of middle school and high school students at http://www.madd.org/powerofparents .

MISTRAS Group Appoints New Chief Transformation Officer to Advance Business Transformation

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Monday, March 25, 2024
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Mr. Hammad will report to Mr. Manuel (Manny) N. Stamatakis, Chairman of the Board and Interim CEO of MISTRAS Group, Inc.

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  • Mr. Hammad will report to Mr. Manuel (Manny) N. Stamatakis, Chairman of the Board and Interim CEO of MISTRAS Group, Inc.
  • As the new CTO of MISTRAS Group, Mr. Hammad will continue to oversee the implementation and continuation of Project Phoenix.
  • Mr. Hammad expressed his enthusiasm for his new role, "I am thrilled to join MISTRAS Group at this pivotal moment.
  • As Mr. Hammad assumes his new role, MISTRAS Group looks forward to the innovative leadership and strategic initiatives he will bring.