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Holiday Higher Ed Gifting Stays Strong in 2023, College Savings Foundation Finds

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Online gifting programs are offering more ways for families and friends to contribute to a child's 529 education savings account this holiday season, and families are responding. The College Savings Foundation (CSF) has released its annual list of programs offered by its members that include customized gifting portals, gift codes, e-gift cards, registries, crowdfunding apps, and accessible information on how parents can use them.

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  • The U.Fund College Investing Plan, in Massachusetts, has experienced a 10% YOY increase in the use of its gifting program.
  • Fund College Investing Plan; AZ529 Arizona's Education Savings Plan; DE529 Delaware Education Investing Plan, and The Connecticut Higher Education Trust (CHET) 529 College Savings Program.
  • Family and friends can choose from various gifting choices to contribute towards a child's college savings with Washington's DreamAhead College Investment Plan.
  • The College Savings Foundation (CSF) is a Washington, D.C.- based not-for-profit organization helping American families achieve their education savings goals.

CFPDP to Celebrate Latest Inductees at 30th Annual Canadian Disability Hall of Fame Induction Luncheon

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023
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The official ceremony will take place on Friday, Oct. 13, 2023 at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel in Toronto during the 30th Annual Canadian Disability Hall of Fame Induction Luncheon presented by CIBC.

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  • The official ceremony will take place on Friday, Oct. 13, 2023 at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel in Toronto during the 30th Annual Canadian Disability Hall of Fame Induction Luncheon presented by CIBC.
  • The Canadian Disability Hall of Fame was founded in 1994 by the Canadian Foundation for Physically Disabled Persons (CFPDP).
  • Canadian Disability Hall of Fame at Metro Hall, Toronto
    “The Canadian Disability Hall of Fame was established to honour excellence, commemorate role models and celebrate exceptional contributions that significantly improve the lives of people with physical disabilities,” said The Honourable Vim Kochhar, Founding Chair of CFPDP.
  • “Led by a dedicated Selection Board, the Canadian Disability Hall of Fame has highlighted achievements and abilities for three decades.

The FinOps Foundation Announces ProsperOps as a New Premier Member

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Wednesday, March 29, 2023
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PORTLAND, Ore., March 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The FinOps Foundation, part of The Linux Foundation's non-profit technology consortium focused on advancing the people and practice of cloud financial management, announced today that ProsperOps, the autonomous cloud cost optimization platform, is joining as a Premier Member company. Additionally, Erik Carlin, ProsperOps co-founder and chief product officer, will join the FinOps Governing Board as a voting member to help craft Foundation strategy and direction.

Key Points: 
  • Additionally, Erik Carlin, ProsperOps co-founder and chief product officer, will join the FinOps Governing Board as a voting member to help craft Foundation strategy and direction.
  • FinOps is a portmanteau of "Finance" and "DevOps," stressing the communications and collaboration between business and engineering teams.
  • "With Erik joining our board, the entire FinOps community will benefit from his leadership, experience and ProsperOps contributions to the community."
  • With FinOps practices growing in number and importance , the FinOps Foundation community of over 9,600 community members from more than 3,900 organizations continues to tackle challenges for FinOps practitioners through FinOps best practices.

H.I.G. Growth Partners Completes Growth Investment in ProsperOps

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Thursday, February 23, 2023
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Growth”), the dedicated growth capital investment affiliate of H.I.G.

Key Points: 
  • Growth”), the dedicated growth capital investment affiliate of H.I.G.
  • Capital, is pleased to announce that it led a $72 million investment in ProsperOps (“ProsperOps” or the “Company”), an autonomous cloud cost optimization platform.
  • ProsperOps delivers best-in-class return on investment on cloud spend, unlocking maximum value and savings outcomes for companies building in the cloud.
  • The investment enables ProsperOps to further scale its platform capabilities, engineering, and go-to-market teams, as well as expand from Amazon Web Services (AWS) to additional cloud providers.

ProsperOps Secures $72 Million to Help Businesses Save Money as Cloud Computing Growth Continues

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Thursday, February 23, 2023
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AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ProsperOps , the autonomous cloud cost optimization platform, has announced a $72 million investment led by H.I.G.

Key Points: 
  • AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ProsperOps , the autonomous cloud cost optimization platform, has announced a $72 million investment led by H.I.G.
  • ProsperOps delivers best-in-class return on investment on cloud spend, unlocking maximum value and savings outcomes for companies building in the cloud.
  • The investment enables ProsperOps to further scale its platform capabilities, engineering, and go-to-market teams, as well as expand from Amazon Web Services (AWS) to additional cloud providers.
  • ProsperOps only makes money when customers save money with its "savings as a service" model based on the cloud cost savings generated by the platform.

St. John Launches Restaurant Consultancy, Store by Store, to Drive Retail Growth

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Thursday, September 22, 2022
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JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Sept. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- St. John, one of the largest independent agencies in the Southeast, announced today the formation of a new restaurant consultancy, Store by Store (SxS). Well known for successfully growing restaurant and retail brands for nearly 40 years, St. John is channeling its industry experience through SxS to help QSR, fast-casual and casual brands drive rapid growth store by store. 

Key Points: 
  • Well known for successfully growing restaurant and retail brands for nearly 40 years, St. John is channeling its industry experience through SxS to help QSR, fast-casual and casual brands drive rapid growth store by store.
  • In her role as EVP at SxS, she'll manage a team of data scientists, analysts and experienced restaurant strategists to provide rapid and actionable plans for growth.
  • "Store By Store was created to answer a need in the restaurant category," said Jeff McCurry, president and COO of St. John.
  • Store by Store (SxS) helps QSR, fast-casual and casual brands drive rapid growth store by store.

BMO Savings Study: Cash is King in TFSAs, as Many Canadians Miss Out on Higher Returns from Longer-Term Investments

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Tuesday, January 11, 2022
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BMO's annual savings study found that among the 63 per cent of Canadians with a Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA), 67 per cent contributed the same or more than they have contributed historically.

Key Points: 
  • BMO's annual savings study found that among the 63 per cent of Canadians with a Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA), 67 per cent contributed the same or more than they have contributed historically.
  • BMO Economics estimated that excess savings reached nearly $300 billion late last year, while disposable income increased by approximately 4.5 per cent in 2021.
  • Holdings Growth: Despite the ongoing challenges from the pandemic, Canadians on average hold $34,917 in their TFSAs, a 13 per cent increase from 2020.
  • The BMO Savings Study was conducted by Pollara Strategic Insights via an online survey of 1,500 adult Canadians conductedbetween October 26th and 29th 2021.

ProsperOps FinOps Platform Accepted Into AWS ISV Accelerate Program

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Tuesday, December 7, 2021
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The ISV Accelerate Program streamlines the procurement process for startups, enterprises, and government agencies seeking solutions that run on or integrate with AWS.

Key Points: 
  • The ISV Accelerate Program streamlines the procurement process for startups, enterprises, and government agencies seeking solutions that run on or integrate with AWS.
  • The unique co-sell program connects AWS customers with partners, like ProsperOps, through a global network of AWS technologists.
  • As a result, AWS users with cost optimization needs can quickly and confidently secure ProsperOps through their AWS account team.
  • "The AWS ISV Accelerate Program focuses on helping AWS users get the most out of the cloud," noted Chris Cochran, CEO and co-founder of ProsperOps.

New Allina Health | Aetna Product Plans Offer Coordinated Care at Low Costs

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Thursday, December 2, 2021
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ST. LOUIS PARK, Minn., Dec. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Allina Health | Aetna, a joint venture health care company owned by Allina Health and Aetna, a CVS Health company, is dedicated to providing its members with quality care and coverage.

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  • ST. LOUIS PARK, Minn., Dec. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Allina Health | Aetna, a joint venture health care company owned by Allina Health and Aetna, a CVS Health company, is dedicated to providing its members with quality care and coverage.
  • As health insurance adapts and changes to a post-Covid world, Allina Health |Aetna is excited to offer a suite of new products that are designed to help members achieve more coordinated, proactive care with lower, more sustainable health care costs.
  • "We're proud and excited to offer our members a wider variety of products to prioritize their health," said Bob Wieland, Chief Medical Officer of Allina Health | Aetna.
  • Committed to transforming the way its members experience health care, Allina Health | Aetna is taking a total approach to health and wellness.

Oscar Announces Agreements with Miami-Dade Health Systems to Offer Affordable Health Insurance and Care

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Monday, October 4, 2021
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Oscar Health, Inc. (Oscar) (NYSE: OSCR), the first health insurance company built on a full stack technology platform, has announced that its working with University of Miami Health System and Jackson Health System to offer Oscar Individual and Family health insurance plans across Miami-Dade County beginning 2022.

Key Points: 
  • Oscar Health, Inc. (Oscar) (NYSE: OSCR), the first health insurance company built on a full stack technology platform, has announced that its working with University of Miami Health System and Jackson Health System to offer Oscar Individual and Family health insurance plans across Miami-Dade County beginning 2022.
  • The University of Miami Health Systems and Jackson Health Systems leading network of providers and Oscars consumer-centric, tech-driven approach to customer service and care navigation will provide more individuals access to a better health care experience.
  • University of Miami Health Systems and Jackson Health Systems extensive network of providers will be accessible across metro communities with member care options available close to home.
  • Oscar Health, Inc. (Oscar) is the first health insurance company built around a full stack technology platform and a relentless focus on serving its members.