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Wilbur-Ellis CEO John Buckley Leads Crop Agriculture Business, As Focus Intensifies on North America Ag and Food Markets, and Ag President Mark Ripato Prepares to Retire

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Monday, August 14, 2023

"Wilbur-Ellis is focusing all of our time, resources and investment toward serving customers at the start of the North American agriculture and food system," Buckley said.

Key Points: 
  • "Wilbur-Ellis is focusing all of our time, resources and investment toward serving customers at the start of the North American agriculture and food system," Buckley said.
  • Buckley continued: "For over 100 years, Wilbur-Ellis has been providing sustainable solutions to help our customers be more successful.
  • Until the end of 2023, Mark Ripato will serve as an advisor to Buckley and others in the company.
  • "Mark is recognized both in Wilbur-Ellis and throughout the agriculture industry for his expertise, passion and extraordinary leadership," Buckley said.

L7 Informatics Supports Cancer Research at Dana Farber Cancer Institute

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Tuesday, June 13, 2023

AUSTIN, Texas, June 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- L7 Informatics, provider of the leading unified platform for integrated data and workflow solutions for the life sciences industry, announces the implementation of their flagship product, L7|ESP software, at the Connell and O'Reilly Families Cell Manipulation Core Facility (CMCF) of the prestigious Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (DFCI). Dr. Jerome Ritz, a renowned cancer research pioneer and Executive Director of CMCF, spearheaded the adoption of L7|ESP to enhance the manufacturing of cellular therapy products and improve patient outcomes.

Key Points: 
  • Dr. Jerome Ritz, a renowned cancer research pioneer and Executive Director of CMCF, spearheaded the adoption of L7|ESP to enhance the manufacturing of cellular therapy products and improve patient outcomes.
  • As an expert in cellular therapy and a pioneer in stem cell transplantation, Dr. Ritz leads the CMCF team that manufactures innovative cell-based therapies for cancer patients enrolled in novel therapeutic clinical research protocols.
  • Additionally, Dr. Ritz's laboratory supports clinical research studies aimed at evaluating the safety and efficacy of these groundbreaking treatments.
  • L7 Informatics remains committed to advancing precision medicine and transforming the healthcare industry through its innovative solutions.

Landmarks Illinois announces 2023 Most Endangered Historic Places in Illinois

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Thursday, May 4, 2023

CHICAGO, May 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Landmarks Illinois has announced its 2023 Most Endangered Historic Places in Illinois , calling attention to nine culturally and architecturally significant sites across the state that face growing threats of disinvestment and demolition.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, May 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Landmarks Illinois has announced its 2023 Most Endangered Historic Places in Illinois , calling attention to nine culturally and architecturally significant sites across the state that face growing threats of disinvestment and demolition.
  • "Our 2023 Most Endangered sites show willful disregard for the proven environmental, social and economic benefits of reusing historic buildings," said Bonnie McDonald, President & CEO of Landmarks Illinois.
  • The 2023 Most Endangered sites are located in the following counties: Alexander, Coles, Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry and St. Clair.
  • A digital press packet, which includes local contacts for each endangered property, is also available at our website.

Quire Expands Leadership Team to Drive Platform Enhancements and Accelerate Growth

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023

DOYLESTOWN, Pa., May 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Quire, the best-in-class SaaS technical report writing platform, announced it has expanded the company's leadership team to drive accelerated investments in product innovation, client service, and market expansion. Following a recent growth investment by SSM Partners, Quire has tapped SaaS industry veteran Chris Connell to join as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), with company founder Kelly L. Stratton taking on the role of President and Chief Product Officer.

Key Points: 
  • Quire, the best-in-class SaaS technical report writing platform, announced it has expanded the company's leadership team to drive accelerated investments in product innovation, client service, and market expansion.
  • DOYLESTOWN, Pa., May 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Quire, the best-in-class SaaS technical report writing platform, announced it has expanded the company's leadership team to drive accelerated investments in product innovation, client service, and market expansion.
  • She will engage with customers and prospects, assess and stay current with their changing report writing needs, accelerate the product roadmap, and direct product enhancements that keep the Quire platform best in class.
  • "I'm thrilled to join Quire as the company embarks on a new phase of investment and growth," Connell shared.

C2N Diagnostics, Building on Recent Achievements, Bolsters Executive Team as It Prepares for Commercial Expansion

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Monday, April 24, 2023

C2N Diagnostics , a leader in advanced brain health diagnostics, which has had a recent series of robust research and funding developments, announces two additions to its executive leadership team.

Key Points: 
  • C2N Diagnostics , a leader in advanced brain health diagnostics, which has had a recent series of robust research and funding developments, announces two additions to its executive leadership team.
  • Both these individuals serve in critical roles as the company scales, increases capacity, and deepens its relationship with patients, providers, payers, and commercial partners.
  • Ozgur Sensoy, who has an established track record of commercialization in the diagnostic and pharmaceutical industries, joins C2N as Senior Vice President of Commercial Operations.
  • We look forward to updating the sector about further important commercial developments as we advance our precision medicine focus.”

EN BANC 6TH CIRCUIT DECISION CAUTIONS MILITARY FROM VIOLATING RELIGIOUS RIGHTS OF ITS MEMBERS

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Tuesday, April 18, 2023

CINCINNATI, April 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On April 17, 2023, the United States 6th Circuit Court of Appeals issued an order denying the Department of the Air Force's petition for rehearing en banc of its prior decisions in favor of protecting the religious liberty of members of the Air and Space Force to refuse a Covid-19 vaccine for religious reasons.

Key Points: 
  • CINCINNATI, April 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On April 17, 2023, the United States 6th Circuit Court of Appeals issued an order denying the Department of the Air Force's petition for rehearing en banc of its prior decisions in favor of protecting the religious liberty of members of the Air and Space Force to refuse a Covid-19 vaccine for religious reasons.
  • Plaintiffs are represented by attorneys at Siri & Glimstad LLP; Chris Wiest, Attorney at Law, PLLC; and Thomas Bruns, with Bruns, Connell, Vollmar & Armstrong, LLC.
  • Case documents relating to this class action, including the class-wide preliminary injunction order, are available at: https://www.sirillp.com/airforce/ .
  • A link to today's decision is available at: https://www.opn.ca6.uscourts.gov/opinions.pdf/23a0076p-06.pdf
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FEDERAL JUDGE GRANTS PRELIMINARY INJUNCTION FOR TEN ARMY SERVICE MEMBERS THAT PREVENTS DISCIPLINARY OR SEPARATION MEASURES FOR REFUSING A COVID-19 VACCINE FOR RELIGIOUS REASONS

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Wednesday, December 21, 2022

The Army is now prohibited from taking any disciplinary, punitive or separation measures against any of these service members.

Key Points: 
  • The Army is now prohibited from taking any disciplinary, punitive or separation measures against any of these service members.
  • At every turn, however, the evidence before the Court weighs against the Army and in favor of the plaintiffs.
  • As a result, the Army must retreat from imposing its mandate in this particular field and permit religious exemptions to these plaintiffs.
  • As of today, the Army has only granted 123 requests for religious accommodation while issuing denials to over 1,900 others.

S2 Capital Hires Patrick J. Connell as Head of Capital Formation & Investor Relations

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Wednesday, December 14, 2022

DALLAS, Dec. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- S2 Capital ("S2"), a national private investment firm focusing on residential real estate, today announced that Patrick Connell has joined as Head of Capital Formation and Investor Relations. In this new position at S2, Connell will lead fundraising and manage the firm's growing relationships with sophisticated institutional investors globally. He will also lead S2's investor relations team and open the New York office.

Key Points: 
  • DALLAS, Dec. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --S2 Capital ("S2"), a national private investment firm focusing on residential real estate, today announced that Patrick Connell has joined as Head of Capital Formation and Investor Relations.
  • In this new position at S2, Connell will lead fundraising and manage the firm's growing relationships with sophisticated institutional investors globally.
  • He will also lead S2's investor relations team and open the New York office.
  • "I'm delighted to welcome Patrick to S2," said Scott Everett, Chief Executive Officer and Founder.

Higginbotham Enters Missouri by Joining Forces with Connell Insurance

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Monday, December 5, 2022

FORT WORTH, Texas, Dec. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Connell Insurance is the first agency in the state of Missouri to join Higginbotham, an insurance, financial and HR services firm ranked among the largest independent brokers in the U.S. Connell Insurance is one of the largest and fastest growing locally-owned property/casualty insurance and employee benefits brokers in southwest Missouri. The deal adds a 14th state to Higginbotham's footprint and gives Connell Insurance increased customer support that includes loss control, employee benefit plan services and human resources.

Key Points: 
  • Connell Insurance has two Missouri offices in Branson and Springfield, with a combined 38 employees with immediate plans to hire more to accommodate growth.
  • Connell Insurance being one of thefastest-growing insurance agencies in the region is what prompted our interest, because obviously they're doing something right.
  • Connell Insurance is a property/casualty insurance and employee benefits brokerage firm that provides solutions that help companies and individuals manage risk.
  • Established in 1970, Connell Insurance today is one of the largest locally-owned insurance brokers in southwest Missouri.

Sixth Circuit Upholds Ohio District Court Class-Wide Injunction Preventing Air Force from Mistreating Over 10,000 Air Force Members with Religious Exemptions to the Covid-19 Vaccination

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Tuesday, November 29, 2022

CINCINNATI, Nov. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On November 29, 2022, the U.S. 6th Circuit Court of Appeals upheld the class-certification and class-wide national injunction protecting over 10,000 Air Force Members from being punished and separated because of their religious convictions against taking the currently available COVID-19 vaccines.

Key Points: 
  • CINCINNATI, Nov. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On November 29, 2022, the U.S. 6th Circuit Court of Appeals upheld the class-certification and class-wide national injunction protecting over 10,000 Air Force Members from being punished and separated because of their religious convictions against taking the currently available COVID-19 vaccines.
  • The Court held that under the Religious Freedom Restoration Act, "the Air Force wrongly relied on its 'broadly formulated' reasons for the vaccine mandate to deny specific exemptions to the Plaintiffs, especially since it has granted secular exemptions to their colleagues."
  • And the Court held that "[t]he Plaintiffs have offered '[s]ignificant proof'indeed, the evidence is undisputedthat the Air Force has a 'uniform' practice of denying religious exemptions to anyone who wants to remain in the service."
  • The full decision from the Court can be found at: https://www.sirillp.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/CourtOfAppealsOpinion... and other case documents relating to this class action, including the class-widepreliminary injunction order, are available at: https://www.sirillp.com/airforce/ .