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Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day Teams up with Walmart to Cultivate Compassion Across America

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024
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SAN FRANCISCO, April 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- To launch its second year of the Lots of Compassion program, Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day joined forces with Walmart to spread goodness across the nation. The initiative, which kicked off earlier this month, works to cultivate compassion by transforming vacant lots into community gardens. The revitalization of the lots is supported through sales of the Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day brand's iconic Compassion Flower product line. For every Compassion Flower Hand Soap sold on MrsMeyers.com, in-store at Walmart and on Walmart.com, $1 will be donated (up to $200K annually), directly benefiting community garden endeavors nationwide. As part of a five-year commitment, Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day pledged to provide up to $1 million for the program through 2028.

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  • The initiative, which kicked off earlier this month, works to cultivate compassion by transforming vacant lots into community gardens.
  • The revitalization of the lots is supported through sales of the Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day brand's iconic Compassion Flower product line.
  • As part of a five-year commitment, Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day pledged to provide up to $1 million for the program through 2028.
  • JOIN MRS. MEYER'S CLEAN DAY IN PLANTING SEEDS OF COMPASSION:
    Along with purchasing Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day Compassion Flower products, people can contribute to Lots of Compassion by:
    Applying to receive funds to transform vacant or untended land into gardens for community growth.

Express Wash Concepts Hosts Inaugural Washy Awards; Recognizes Exceptional Sites & Team Member Contributions

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Thursday, April 11, 2024
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COLUMBUS, Ohio, April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Express Wash Concepts (EWC) today announced its inaugural Washy Awards were held at Central Ohio's Cherry Valley Hotel on March 21.

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  • COLUMBUS, Ohio, April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Express Wash Concepts (EWC) today announced its inaugural Washy Awards were held at Central Ohio's Cherry Valley Hotel on March 21.
  • Designed to recognize exceptional sites, team member and partner contributions, more than 80 attendees were present as 15 awards were distributed including Site Manager of the Year, Field Leader of the Year, Support MVP and 10- and 15-year tenure acknowledgements.
  • "We remain the top express car wash of choice in all of our markets because of the consistent hard work and dedication from our 950+ team members," said John Roush, Express Wash Concepts Chief Executive Officer.
  • "It is humbling to stand among these dedicated industry leaders and proudly acknowledge their contributions to EWC's overall success.

Thompson Hine Names New Managing Partner

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
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Thompson Hine LLP , a law firm recognized for innovation, announced today that it has elected Tony White as its managing partner.

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  • Thompson Hine LLP , a law firm recognized for innovation, announced today that it has elected Tony White as its managing partner.
  • He has served for over 13 years on the executive committee, the firm’s governing body, and for 11 years, he has been the national hiring partner, supervising Thompson Hine’s lateral partner and senior counsel recruiting and hiring.
  • She led the firm through changes in its service delivery model, making Thompson Hine one of the first firms to do so.
  • FT noted that “Thompson Hine is now ranked as one of the top five firms in the U.S. for client service.

SchooLinks chosen to Power Central Ohio Talent Network

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
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Columbus, Ohio, Feb. 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SchooLinks - the leading modern college, and career readiness platform - is excited to announce its backing of the creation of Central Ohio Talent Network, run by the Workforce Development Board of Central Ohio.

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  • Columbus, Ohio, Feb. 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SchooLinks - the leading modern college, and career readiness platform - is excited to announce its backing of the creation of Central Ohio Talent Network, run by the Workforce Development Board of Central Ohio.
  • This initiative is aimed to solve challenges around the adoption and accessibility of learning and employment records (LERs).
  • The Central Ohio Talent Network will leverage SchooLinks’ work-based learning solution to power new modes of early career talent and employer matching at scale via LERs.
  • There are 3 objectives of the talent network:
    Broaden access to opportunities - internships, apprenticeships, part-time, and full-time jobs - for students
    Reduce logistical costs for employers by streamlining the matching of opportunities with applications.

Something for Everyone on The American Woodshop Season 31

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Thursday, January 11, 2024
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PARKERSBURG, W.Va., Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- "The American Woodshop" co-hosts Scott and Suzy Phillips are excited to announce Season 31 of their long-running PBS television show. Thirteen new 30-minute episodes will begin airing on Mondays starting January 8. Check your local PBS station to find airtimes for one of 509 available channels.

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  • "The American Woodshop," sponsored in part by Woodcraft, begins Season 31 this month, providing inspiring and educational content for all woodworking skill levels.
  • PARKERSBURG, W.Va., Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- "The American Woodshop" co-hosts Scott and Suzy Phillips are excited to announce Season 31 of their long-running PBS television show.
  • "'The American Woodshop' aligns perfectly with Woodcraft's mission to provide educational opportunities for woodworkers."
  • "Season 31 of 'The American Woodshop' is all about showing folks an easy path to a self-empowered woodworking life," said co-host Scott Phillips.

Astrazeneca Foundation Awards 12 Nonprofit Organizations More Than $2M to Advance Health Equity

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023
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As the AstraZeneca Foundation celebrates its 30th anniversary, the organization has awarded 12 nonprofit organizations $2,170,318 in grants across eight US states and Washington, D.C., for innovative approaches to address healthcare disparities at the community level, a reflection of AstraZeneca’s broader commitment to advance health equity efforts.

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  • As the AstraZeneca Foundation celebrates its 30th anniversary, the organization has awarded 12 nonprofit organizations $2,170,318 in grants across eight US states and Washington, D.C., for innovative approaches to address healthcare disparities at the community level, a reflection of AstraZeneca’s broader commitment to advance health equity efforts.
  • These final grants will provide mission support for their efforts to improve health equity in their communities.
  • “As the AstraZeneca Foundation proudly reflects on its legacy and healthy changes made in partnership with nonprofits, these new awards demonstrate our expanded commitment to advancing health equity in the US,” said James W. Blasetto, MD, MPH, FACC, Chair and Trustee, AstraZeneca Foundation.
  • The six inaugural grant awardees are each receiving $200,000-250,000 for the first year, with renewal for up to two additional years.

Rev1 Ventures Launches $30 Million Fund, the Third to Support Research-Based Healthcare Innovation

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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COLUMBUS, Ohio, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, Rev1 Ventures, the venture studio that helps entrepreneurs and corporations accelerate innovation, Nationwide Children's Hospital, and The Ohio State University announce expanded support for life sciences companies with the launch of Rev1 Catalyst Fund III, a $30 million fund that delivers capital and strategic services for pre-seed, seed stage and early-stage healthcare innovators.

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  • Following the success of Rev1 Catalyst Fund II , Rev1 NCH Fund, and Rev1 Catalyst Fund, this fund will remain focused on core research-based themes, including gene and cell therapy, neuroscience, biofilms, ocular health, cardiovascular health, and other therapeutics technologies.
  • Rev1 Catalyst Fund and Rev1 NCH Fund have generated more than $450 million in exits, including the acquisitions of Celenex , Myonexus , and Deep Lens .
  • "This fund will support groundbreaking advancements and help build successful companies that are working to positively impact people's lives."
  • For more information about the fund and Rev1 Ventures, visit https://www.rev1ventures.com/our-companies/ .

Hexion Serves as Start Line Sponsor for American Heart Association’s 2023 Central Ohio Heart Walk

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023
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As part of its ongoing sustainability and wellness initiatives, Hexion will serve as the start line sponsor of the American Heart Association’s (AHA) Central Ohio Heart Walk on August 19th in downtown Columbus.

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  • As part of its ongoing sustainability and wellness initiatives, Hexion will serve as the start line sponsor of the American Heart Association’s (AHA) Central Ohio Heart Walk on August 19th in downtown Columbus.
  • “As a key supporter of the Central Ohio Heart Walk for 15 years, we annually celebrate AHA’s good work and the importance of our associates’ wellness,” said Michael Lefenfeld, President and Chief Executive Officer.
  • “By participating in the Central Ohio Heart Walk, we bring our ‘Responsible Chemistry’ theme to life and demonstrate our commitment to the communities where our people work and live.
  • Hexion’s corporate charitable contributions totaled more than $480,000, and associates globally logged more than 2,200 volunteer hours in 2022.

RevSpring Executive Kenneth Stoll Honored with Healthcare Financial Management Association Individual Achievement Award

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Friday, August 11, 2023
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NASHVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- RevSpring, the leading provider of healthcare engagement and payment solutions, proudly announces that Kenneth Stoll, RevSpring vice president of strategic accounts, has received the 2023 Frederick C. Morgan Individual Achievement Award. The Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) presented Stoll with the award at its 2023 Annual Conference for his lifelong contributions to HFMA and the healthcare finance profession.

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  • NASHVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- RevSpring , the leading provider of healthcare engagement and payment solutions, proudly announces that Kenneth Stoll, RevSpring vice president of strategic accounts, has received the 2023 Frederick C. Morgan Individual Achievement Award.
  • The Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) presented Stoll with the award at its 2023 Annual Conference for his lifelong contributions to HFMA and the healthcare finance profession.
  • "It's an honor to receive the Individual Achievement Award from HFMA," said Stoll.
  • Beyond Ohio, Stoll held regional executive roles from 2011-13, representing seven local chapters from Michigan and Ohio.

Aware Ranks Among Highest-Scoring Businesses on Inc. Magazine's Annual List of Best Workplaces for 2023

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Tuesday, May 9, 2023
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COLUMBUS, Ohio, May 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Aware , the leading AI Data Platform for employee listening, today announced it has been named to Inc. magazine's annual Best Workplaces list.

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  • COLUMBUS, Ohio, May 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Aware , the leading AI Data Platform for employee listening, today announced it has been named to Inc. magazine's annual Best Workplaces list.
  • Aware's groundbreaking technology platform, which is used by the world's most valuable and most recognized brands, captures the real-time pulse of frontline employees.
  • By continuously listening to the entire workforce, Aware provides the C-Suite with the business context to deliver a better employee experience and new revenue opportunities.
  • "Aware is humbled to be recognized by Inc. Magazine for its annual list of best workplaces," said Jeff Schumann, CEO of Aware.