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Local Students From Orange Mound, Collierville, Whitehaven, Hickory Hill, Frayser, and South Memphis Gather at Ruth's Chris to Learn Financial Wisdom & the Stock Market

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Wednesday, April 24, 2024
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Dr. Gerald Kiner, the visionary founder of the foundation, painted a picture of a world where underprivileged youth can find liberation and equality, emphasizing that the stock market holds opportunities without discrimination.

Key Points: 
  • Dr. Gerald Kiner, the visionary founder of the foundation, painted a picture of a world where underprivileged youth can find liberation and equality, emphasizing that the stock market holds opportunities without discrimination.
  • This event was not just a meal and a conversation; it was a gateway to a new world for these high school students.
  • To learn more about the Foundation, and future events, or to get involved as a mentor or mentee, please visit http://www.fromthestreetstowallstreetfoundation.org or call 901-570-3220.
  • Join us in shaping a future where every young mind has the tools to thrive in the world of finance.

Vineyard Wind Named Climate Change Project of the Year by Environmental Business Council of New England

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
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The award, which was established in January 2020, recognizes a project or endeavor which demonstrates leadership in climate change.

Key Points: 
  • The award, which was established in January 2020, recognizes a project or endeavor which demonstrates leadership in climate change.
  • “We are honored and grateful to receive this important recognition for our Vineyard Wind 1 project, and thank the Environmental Business Council for their partnership and support as we work together to take urgent action on climate change,” said Avangrid CEO Pedro Azagra.
  • Vineyard Wind 1 is the first large-scale offshore wind project in the United States.
  • In July 2021, Vineyard Wind signed the first Project Labor Agreement for an offshore wind project in the United States, which outlined the creation of 500 union jobs through the project.

Tapestry, Inc. Opens North Las Vegas Fulfillment Center

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Thursday, November 16, 2023
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Tapestry, Inc. (NYSE: TPR), a house of iconic accessories and lifestyle brands consisting of Coach, Kate Spade and Stuart Weitzman, announced today the opening of the company’s new full-scale Fulfillment Center in North Las Vegas, Nevada (NVFC).

Key Points: 
  • Tapestry, Inc. (NYSE: TPR), a house of iconic accessories and lifestyle brands consisting of Coach, Kate Spade and Stuart Weitzman, announced today the opening of the company’s new full-scale Fulfillment Center in North Las Vegas, Nevada (NVFC).
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231115528378/en/
    Tapestry, Inc. opens its doors to the company’s new fulfillment center in North Las Vegas.
  • “The City of North Las Vegas continues to lead Southern Nevada in industrial development and economic diversification,” said Mayor Pamela Goynes-Brown.
  • Tapestry’s SVP of Global Fulfillment and Logistics Ken Sanders said, “The new North Las Vegas Fulfillment Center is a testament to our continuous growth as a company, and something we couldn’t have done without the ongoing support of our exceptional workforce.

Philadelphia Ballet and Independence Blue Cross host a special pop-up event and character appearance to officially kick off the 55th year of George Balanchine's The Nutcracker®

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023
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PHILADELPHIA, Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Philadelphia Ballet proudly presents the return of George Balanchine's The Nutcracker®, a dazzling holiday classic featuring over 170 dancers, and many other artists including those of the Philadelphia Ballet Orchestra who bring Tchaikovsky's score to life at every performance. The Nutcracker opens December 8 and runs through December 30 at the Academy of Music.

Key Points: 
  • Tickets, starting at $25 for all performances and just $10 for opening night, are now available at philadelphiaballet.org .
  • The 2023 Philadelphia Ballet production of George Balanchine's The Nutcracker® is made possible by Independence Blue Cross.
  • Philadelphia Ballet and Independence Blue Cross hosted a special holiday event at IBX headquarters on Market Street to celebrate the official start of the holiday season and the 55th year of Philadelphia Ballet's presentation of The Nutcracker.
  • For more information about The Nutcracker, related events and the other productions of Philadelphia Ballet's 2023/2024 60th anniversary season, please visit philadelphiaballet.org .

Purina Awards Research Grants to Better Understand the Human-Pet Bond

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Monday, November 27, 2023
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ST. LOUIS, Nov. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of its ongoing effort to understand pets and the incredible bond that we share with them, Purina has awarded $120,000 in research grants to four distinguished scientists from around the globe, all geared towards uncovering the profound ways dogs and cats can enhance our lives. Through the company's bi-annual Purina Sponsorship for Human-Animal Bond studies program, Purina provides up to $30,000 in research funding per project to scientists seeking to study facets of the human-pet bond and improve our collective understanding of the healing power of pets.

Key Points: 
  • Through the company's bi-annual Purina Sponsorship for Human-Animal Bond studies program, Purina provides up to $30,000 in research funding per project to scientists seeking to study facets of the human-pet bond and improve our collective understanding of the healing power of pets.
  • "Working with researchers worldwide helps us better understand the impact and importance of our relationships with pets and how we can continue to improve the unique bond that we share with them."
  • The 2024 Human-Animal Bond Studies Research Grant Winners:
    This study by vonHoldt's team builds on previous research that identified DNA fragments associated with "hyper-sociability" in dogs.
  • Purina, and its dedicated team of 500 pet experts, including pet nutritionists, behavior scientists and veterinarians, invests more than $100 million annually in research.

CEC ENTERTAINMENT APPOINTS MARK KUPFERMAN AS NEW CHIEF INSIGHTS & MARKETING OFFICER FOR CHUCK E. CHEESE BRAND

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Monday, November 6, 2023
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IRVING, Texas, Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CEC Entertainment, LLC., announced today the appointment of marketing veteran Mark Kupferman to the position of Chief Insights and Marketing Officer for the Company's flagship brand, Chuck E. Cheese, and its virtual kitchen brands, including Pasqually's Pizza & Wings along with overall enterprise responsibility for all insights and research. Kupferman is a marketing leader with expertise in brand development, digital media, menu innovation, and in leading high-performing teams to deliver transformational growth throughout his career.

Key Points: 
  • Kupferman brings more than three decades of transformative brand & data-driven marketing expertise in family entertainment and restaurants to the Company.
  • IRVING, Texas, Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CEC Entertainment, LLC., announced today the appointment of marketing veteran Mark Kupferman to the position of Chief Insights and Marketing Officer for the Company's flagship brand, Chuck E. Cheese, and its virtual kitchen brands, including Pasqually's Pizza & Wings along with overall enterprise responsibility for all insights and research.
  • "I am thrilled to have Mark join CEC Entertainment to lead the marketing strategy for the world's largest family entertainment center brand, Chuck E Cheese."
  • Kupferman comes to Chuck E. Cheese with more than 25 years of marketing strategy, media, advertising, and brand experience.

Center for the Future of Arizona's 20th Anniversary Builds Momentum to Achieve The Arizona We Want

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Friday, October 27, 2023
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PHOENIX, Oct. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Center for the Future of Arizona (CFA), a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization committed to bringing Arizonans together to create a stronger and brighter future for the state, celebrated 20 years of impact with an anniversary event where the organization unveiled plans to embark on a three-year campaign designed to accelerate its progress in the years ahead.   

Key Points: 
  • The celebration was made possible with support from sponsors, including Visionary Presenting Sponsor Sharon Dupont McCord, Bright Future Sponsor The Burton Family Foundation, and many others — such as Helios Education Foundation, Robert and Ruth McGregor, National Bank of Arizona, and SRP.
  • As part of the festivities, Governor Katie Hobbs issued an official proclamation that recognizes October 25, 2023, as Center for the Future of Arizona Day.
  • The proclamation celebrates CFA's 20 years of "visionary leadership," of "fostering a resilient and dynamic Arizona," and of "committing to bringing people together to build a stronger and brighter future."
  • "To determine where Arizonans stand and whether Arizonans, in fact, share a vision, CFA turned not to a panel of experts or politicians but to the people of Arizona," McGregor said.

Kaiser Permanente Mid-Atlantic Commercial Health Plan Earns Top Quality Rating from NCQA

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023
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Compared with more than 1,000 health plans nationwide, Kaiser Permanente’s Mid-Atlantic region is one of only two commercial health plans to receive 5 out of 5 stars from the 2023 National Committee for Quality Assurance’s (NCQA) Health Plan Ratings annual report.

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  • Compared with more than 1,000 health plans nationwide, Kaiser Permanente’s Mid-Atlantic region is one of only two commercial health plans to receive 5 out of 5 stars from the 2023 National Committee for Quality Assurance’s (NCQA) Health Plan Ratings annual report.
  • Kaiser Permanente’s commercial plan is the only plan in Maryland, Washington, DC or Virginia to earn 5 out of 5 stars.
  • Kaiser Permanente’s health plans performed better than others in the region for 2023 based on the NCQA quality ratings.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231010853726/en/
    Ruth E. Williams-Brinkley, President of Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of the Mid-Atlantic States, Inc. (Photo: Business Wire)
    “At Kaiser Permanente, we remain steadfast in our commitment to providing high quality care and top experiences for our members,” said Ruth Williams-Brinkley, regional president for Kaiser Permanente, Mid-Atlantic.

Kim Scharnberg nominated as Goodwill Ambassador for United Nations Accredited NGO Hunt Hill Farm during Ruth and Skitch Henderson Day 2023 celebration

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023
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NEW MILFORD, Conn., Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- United Nations Accredited NGO Hunt Hill Farm hosted a spectacular event on October 7th, 2023, honoring the enduring legacy of Ruth and Skitch Henderson.

Key Points: 
  • NEW MILFORD, Conn., Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- United Nations Accredited NGO Hunt Hill Farm hosted a spectacular event on October 7th, 2023, honoring the enduring legacy of Ruth and Skitch Henderson.
  • The highlight of the evening was the nomination of esteemed American composer Kim Scharnberg as Goodwill Ambassador.
  • As Goodwill Ambassador, Kim will leverage his expansive network to spotlight young artists and promote the achievement of the United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
  • The Ruth and Skitch Henderson Day 2023 was a grand celebration of the Henderson's illustrious lives and achievements, a perfect blend of music, art, food, and camaraderie.

Accent Therapeutics Bolsters Leadership Team with Key Executive Hires

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Thursday, September 21, 2023
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LEXINGTON, Mass., Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Accent Therapeutics, a biopharmaceutical company pioneering a new class of small molecule precision cancer therapies, today announced the appointments of Jason Sager, M.D., as Chief Medical Officer, Steven Mennen, Ph.D., as Vice President of Pre-Clinical Development and Stuart Ince, Ph.D. as Vice President of Program Leadership.

Key Points: 
  • "Our dedication to fortifying our team underscores the remarkable progress we've achieved as Accent advances its lead programs towards the clinic," said Shakti Narayan, Chief Executive Officer of Accent.
  • Together, Jason, Steven, and Stuart's combined experience will be immensely valuable as Accent moves towards becoming a clinical-stage company and bringing novel therapies to patients."
  • These key executive hires enhance Accent's positioning to potentially advance two investigational programs into the clinic.
  • Accent is also on track to begin IND-enabling studies for a second undisclosed program by the end of 2023.