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Belgium’s Ingmar De Vos elected unanimously as President of the Association of Summer Olympic International Federations

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

BIRMINGHAM, United Kingdom, April 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Belgium’s Ingmar De Vos, who has served as the FEI President since 2014, has been elected unanimously as the new President of the Association of Summer Olympic International Federations (ASOIF). The election took place today, 9 April 2024, at the 48th ASOIF General Assembly held in Birmingham (GBR) during the SportAccord World Sport and Business Summit. Ingmar De Vos ran unopposed and was elected by secret ballot for a term of four years. He will take up his new position on 1 January 2025.

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  • BIRMINGHAM, United Kingdom, April 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Belgium’s Ingmar De Vos, who has served as the FEI President since 2014, has been elected unanimously as the new President of the Association of Summer Olympic International Federations (ASOIF).
  • “I am humbled by today’s result and would like to express my deep gratitude to the Summer Olympic International Federations for their trust,” the newly elected ASOIF President Ingmar De Vos said.
  • “On behalf of the International Olympic Committee, I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to Ingmar De Vos on his election as ASOIF President,” IOC President Thomas Bach commented.
  • Since 2016, he has been a member of the Association of Summer Olympic International Federations (ASOIF) Governance Taskforce.

ONEflight Celebrates Brand Ambassador Akshay Bhatia’s Triumph at PGA Valero Texas Open, Secures Coveted Spot at the Masters

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Monday, April 8, 2024

DENVER, April 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ONEflight International , a premier leader in private jet travel, is thrilled to announce the resounding victory of its brand ambassador , Akshay Bhatia , at the prestigious PGA Valero Texas Open.

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  • DENVER, April 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ONEflight International , a premier leader in private jet travel, is thrilled to announce the resounding victory of its brand ambassador , Akshay Bhatia , at the prestigious PGA Valero Texas Open.
  • Bhatia's stellar performance not only clinched the title but also secured him a coveted spot at the upcoming Masters Tournament, marking a significant milestone in his burgeoning career.
  • Akshay Bhatia's triumph at the Valero Texas Open underscores his exceptional talent and dedication to the sport of golf.
  • As Akshay prepares to compete at the Masters, we stand alongside him, providing unparalleled support every step of the way."

POLL: Ahead of National Beer Day, Tiger Woods Clinches Title as America’s Preferred Masters Champ to Share a Beer

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

According to NIQ, last year beer sales jumped 19% year-over-year in bars compared to 2022.

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  • According to NIQ, last year beer sales jumped 19% year-over-year in bars compared to 2022.
  • On National Beer Day, we celebrate the many ways that beer belongs in our history, culture and society.
  • Brewers Association, the Beer Institute is committed today to developing sound public policy and to the values of civic duty and personal responsibility.
  • For additional updates from the Beer Institute, visit our website and follow us on Facebook , X , LinkedIn and Instagram .

Nxera Pharma Appoints Experienced Senior Strategy Consultant Patrick Branch as Head of Business Development for Japan and APAC

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Tokyo, Japan and Cambridge, UK, 3 April 2024 - Nxera Pharma (“Nxera” or “the Company”; TSE: 4565) – formerly known as Sosei Group or Sosei Heptares – today announces the appointment of Japan pharmaceutical sector expert, Mr. Patrick Branch, as Head of Business Development for Japan and the APAC region.

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  • Tokyo, Japan and Cambridge, UK, 3 April 2024 - Nxera Pharma (“Nxera” or “the Company”; TSE: 4565) – formerly known as Sosei Group or Sosei Heptares – today announces the appointment of Japan pharmaceutical sector expert, Mr. Patrick Branch, as Head of Business Development for Japan and the APAC region.
  • Branch will join Nxera’s global Business Development team that is led by Dr. Marcus Messenger.
  • He will be based in Nxera’s Tokyo office and will oversee Japan and regional disease area strategy, search and evaluation, and transaction activities.
  • Chris Cargill, CEO and President of Nxera Pharma, commented: “I’m delighted to welcome Patrick to the business development team at Nxera.

SBA Administrator Guzman Announces 17 New Women’s Business Centers

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Friday, March 29, 2024

“Under the Biden-Harris Administration, we have seen a historic Small Business Boom, with women, especially women of color, filing new business applications at double the rates of men,” said Administrator Guzman.

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  • “Under the Biden-Harris Administration, we have seen a historic Small Business Boom, with women, especially women of color, filing new business applications at double the rates of men,” said Administrator Guzman.
  • “The SBA’s expanding network of Women's Business Centers is meeting these new and established businesses where they are with resources to help them get funding to grow, create jobs, and strengthen our economy.
  • Through the SBA’s Office of Women’s Business Ownership (OWBO) , the 17 new WBCs – including 13 hosted by MSIs – will help diverse entrepreneurs pivot, grow, and navigate SBA resources they can use to ensure their businesses thrive.
  • “Through WBCs, the SBA provides practical help to women working hard to build successful businesses of their own,” said Christina Hale, Assistant Administrator for the Office of Women's Business Ownership .

Golf Town Renews Partnership, Becomes Official Custom Fitter and Equipment Supplier for Mike Weir, Canada's Champion

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

"For me, this partnership represents a mutual commitment to creating the best golf experience for all Canadians," said Mike Weir.

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  • "For me, this partnership represents a mutual commitment to creating the best golf experience for all Canadians," said Mike Weir.
  • As Weir competes in the 2024 Masters Tournament, he will be proudly competing with a custom-fit golf set of clubs from Golf Town, offering him the same commitment to excellence that a Masters Champion needs – one that Golf Town readily provides.
  • As they become his Official Custom Fitter and Equipment Supplier, Golf Town's unique agreement with Weir, which allows him to benefit from unrestricted access to the best product assortment and brands in golf, parallels the same benefits that Canadians who shop at Golf Town have.
  • With the widest selection of golf products and apparel, expert staff who love the game, and premium custom fitting, Golf Town is truly Canada's leader in Golf.

enGene Announces Hiring of Dr. Raj Pruthi as Senior Vice President, Urologic Oncology and Clinical Development

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

In this role, Dr. Pruthi's responsibilities will include supporting the clinical development of EG-70 across the urologic space, including through engagement with the urological community.

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  • In this role, Dr. Pruthi's responsibilities will include supporting the clinical development of EG-70 across the urologic space, including through engagement with the urological community.
  • He joins enGene from Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine, where he was most recently the Global Medical Affairs Leader, Bladder Cancer and Senior Medical Director, Oncology (Global – Prostate and Bladder Cancer).
  • "We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Raj Pruthi to the enGene team.
  • In addition to his position at enGene, Dr. Pruthi maintains multiple prominent leadership roles within the urological community.

Award-Winning Actress & Performer Hannah Waddingham to Serve as Godmother of Stunning Sun Princess

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Monday, April 8, 2024

FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla., April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Award-winning actress and performer Hannah Waddingham will serve the time-honored, maritime tradition as the official Godmother of Princess Cruises' newest "Love Boat" Sun Princess. The star-studded naming ceremony will take place at the Port of Barcelona on April 23, 2024. 

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  • Waddingham joins an esteemed group who have served as Godparent to Princess ships: Diana, Princess of Wales (Royal Princess, 1984), Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales (Royal Princess, 2013); Audrey Hepburn (Star Princess, 1989); Sophia Loren (Crown Princess, 1990); Martha Stewart (Crown Princess, 2006), among many notable celebrities.
  • Earlier this year, Waddingham earned a BAFTA TV Award nomination for her own Apple TV+ holiday special "Hannah Waddingham: Home for Christmas."
  • "We're delighted to welcome the illuminous and elegant Hannah Waddingham to serve as Godmother for our sensational new Sun Princess," said John Padgett, Princess Cruises president.
  • "Just like Sun Princess, she exudes sophistication, beauty and wonderment through her inspiring work as a talented and award-winning actress and performer.

Workday Turns Up the Heat in the Next Wave of its Global Rock Star Campaign with Gwen Stefani, Travis Barker, and Billy Idol

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Monday, April 8, 2024

PLEASANTON, Calif., April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Workday, Inc. (NASDAQ: WDAY) is bringing rock back to the workplace with a clever new twist on the company's global campaign featuring iconic rock stars Gwen Stefani, Travis Barker, and Billy Idol. While the renowned artists tour through the office demanding to take their hard-earned titles back, this time the corporate world begins to challenge them on who the real "rock stars of business" are. This message comes through loud and clear in two new TV commercials, titled "We're All Rock Stars," and "Rock Responsibly," debuting at The Masters from April 8-14 and reaching global audiences in six key markets – Australia, Canada, France, Germany, the UK, and the U.S.

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  • PLEASANTON, Calif., April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Workday, Inc. (NASDAQ: WDAY) is bringing rock back to the workplace with a clever new twist on the company's global campaign featuring iconic rock stars Gwen Stefani, Travis Barker, and Billy Idol.
  • Legendary drummer Travis Barker is embarrassed by office workers who think they can be rock stars.
  • "The music industry produces the only real rock stars – whether it's rock, rap, or pop – those are the true rock stars of today," says Barker.
  • While Workday supports these Rock & Roll icons in vocalizing their perspectives, the company respectfully disagrees with the fact that corporate rock stars aren't real rock stars.

Bellator Real Estate's Announces 2023 #1 Top Sales Producer Company-Wide: The Beckham Partners Team

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Monday, April 8, 2024

DAPHNE, Ala., April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- For the year 2023, the Beckham Partners team with leadership from Broker, Michelle Beckham repeated as Bellator's #1 Top Sales Producer, Company-wide! Operating from the Daphne Office, last year's Beckham Partners Team achieved sales of well over $40 million in closed volume, from locally-owned Bellator Real Estate.

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  • Operating from the Daphne Office, last year's Beckham Partners Team achieved sales of well over $40 million in closed volume, from locally-owned Bellator Real Estate.
  • In March of 2024, Bellator recognized the Beckham Partners Real Estate Team as the #1 Top Sales Producer Company-wide!
  • Michelle Beckham says, "Although 2023 started off slow, home sales quickly rebounded in the Spring, and through the Summer!
  • Our top sales months were March, May and June of 2023, and this was our highest real estate sales year to-date."