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New Atomic Cartoons Original Movie Rocket Saves the Day Heads to PBS KIDS

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Thursday, September 28, 2023
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Thunderbird Entertainment Group Inc. (TSXV:TBRD, OTC – THBRF) (“Thunderbird” or the “Company”) today announced that Rocket Saves the Day, a brand-new animated original movie from its Kids & Family label Atomic Cartoons, will debut in the U.S. on PBS KIDS on December 26, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Thunderbird Entertainment Group Inc. (TSXV:TBRD, OTC – THBRF) (“Thunderbird” or the “Company”) today announced that Rocket Saves the Day, a brand-new animated original movie from its Kids & Family label Atomic Cartoons, will debut in the U.S. on PBS KIDS on December 26, 2023.
  • As our latest Atomic original release, Rocket Saves the Day exemplifies the kind of content we aspire to bring to life— an entertaining romp of an animated adventure, and inspiring kids to read!”
    “PBS KIDS’ characters spark fun and learning, and we’re thrilled to welcome Rocket to the family,” said Adriano Schmid, VP, PBS KIDS Content, PBS.
  • Rocket Saves the Day is the latest owned IP (intellectual property) announced by Thunderbird, and the Company manages and controls global media distribution rights to the movie.
  • Thunderbird Distribution will debut Rocket Saves the Day to prospective international buyers at global sales market mipcomjunior/MIPCOM, taking place in Cannes, France, October 14 to 19, 2023.

Taylor Morrison Breaks Ground on Community of Homes for Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center Patients

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Taylor Morrison, Banner MD Anderson and the Banner Health Foundation broke ground on eight homes in Gilbert, AZ, as part of Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center's Home Away from Home program, which provides housing and financial assistance to patients who travel to the Valley for care at Banner MD Anderson.

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  • SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Taylor Morrison , Banner MD Anderson and the Banner Health Foundation broke ground on eight homes in Gilbert, AZ, as part of Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center's Home Away from Home program, which provides housing and financial assistance to patients who travel to the Valley for care at Banner MD Anderson.
  • The first eight homes donated and built by Taylor Morrison are estimated to be complete in early 2024 for patients and their caregivers to begin moving in.
  • Last year, thousands of patients traveled more than 30 miles each way for care at Banner MD Anderson, and 330 of those patients came from outside of Arizona.
  • The thoughtfully designed homes will come fully furnished to promote well-being and recovery and will be within walking distance of Banner MD Anderson.

Global Market Innovators (GMI) Welcomes Mike Hummel and Charles Layne to Advisory Team

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Market Innovators (GMI), the largest woman and minority-owned technology company headquartered in Arizona, is pleased to announce the recent addition of Mike Hummel and Charles Layne to its advisory team.

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  • SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Market Innovators (GMI), the largest woman and minority-owned technology company headquartered in Arizona, is pleased to announce the recent addition of Mike Hummel and Charles Layne to its advisory team.
  • During his tenure, Hummel oversaw SRP's financial excellence, electric system reliability, and customer service recognition by JD Power.
  • Charles Layne, a seasoned executive known for driving founder-owned and private equity-backed businesses to unprecedented growth, has joined GMI as a Strategic Advisor.
  • "We are thrilled to welcome Mike Hummel and Charles Layne to our advisory team," said GMI CEO Vicki Mayo.

DIVERSIFIED SEARCH GROUP PROMOTES LAUREN E. SMITH TO CO-LEAD FIRM'S BOARD AND GOVERNANCE PRACTICE

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023
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Philadelphia, PA, Sept. 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Diversified Search Group, one of the nation’s top ten executive search firms, announced today that Lauren E. Smith will become Co-Head of the firm’s board and governance practice to expand the firm’s impact in the boardroom.

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  • Philadelphia, PA, Sept. 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Diversified Search Group, one of the nation’s top ten executive search firms, announced today that Lauren E. Smith will become Co-Head of the firm’s board and governance practice to expand the firm’s impact in the boardroom.
  • Deeply committed to strong corporate governance and board composition, she is the current Chair, Nominating & Governance, and past President, NACD Florida Chapter and a NACD Certified Director.
  • Smith joined Diversified Search Group in 2008 as Managing Director and has recruited senior executives from a broad range of industries for C-Suite and boardroom positions.
  • Judith von Seldeneck, Founder and Chair of Diversified Search said, “Lauren has been instrumental in contributing to the growth of our board practice over the last decade.

Thunderbird Distribution Makes Global Tracks With Mittens & Pants

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Thursday, September 21, 2023
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230921605718/en/

Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230921605718/en/
    Thunderbird Distribution is bringing both seasons of Mittens & Pants to mipjunior/MIPCOM in Cannes, France, October 14 to 19, 2023.
  • Mittens & Pants features best friends Mittens the kitten and Pants the puppy who live in the all-animal town of Kibble Corners.
  • “Mittens & Pants was crafted by Windy Isle to stand out in a crowded preschool landscape,” said Richard Goldsmith, Thunderbird President of Global Distribution & Consumer Products.
  • Thunderbird Distribution is bringing both seasons of Mittens & Pants to international sales market mipjunior/MIPCOM taking place in Cannes, France, October 14 to 19, 2023.

Thunderbird Entertainment Group Announces Updates From Strategic Review

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Thursday, September 21, 2023
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Thunderbird Entertainment Group Inc. (TSXV:TBRD) (OTCQX:THBRF) (“Thunderbird” or the “Company”), a global award-winning, full-service multiplatform production, distribution and rights management company, today announced an update from its strategic review process.

Key Points: 
  • Thunderbird Entertainment Group Inc. (TSXV:TBRD) (OTCQX:THBRF) (“Thunderbird” or the “Company”), a global award-winning, full-service multiplatform production, distribution and rights management company, today announced an update from its strategic review process.
  • As disclosed in its May 15, 2023, news release , Thunderbird engaged ACF Investment Bank (“ACF”), among other things, to aid its ongoing strategic review process.
  • Findings from the Company’s strategic review confirm Thunderbird is a premium asset within the industry with a solid reputation and trusted relationships that generate ongoing, repeat, and new content production opportunities.
  • We are well positioned for growth and look forward to all opportunities presented to us,” said Jennifer Twiner McCarron, Thunderbird CEO and Chair.

Advisory Update – Thunderbird Entertainment Group – Notice of Fiscal 2023 Year End Conference Call and Webcast

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
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During the conference call, Thunderbird’s Chief Executive Officer and Chair Jennifer Twiner McCarron will provide a business operations overview.

Key Points: 
  • During the conference call, Thunderbird’s Chief Executive Officer and Chair Jennifer Twiner McCarron will provide a business operations overview.
  • Participants joining by phone are requested to call the conference line 10 minutes early to avoid wait times while connecting to the call.
  • The conference call will be webcast live and available for replay via the “Investors” section of the Thunderbird website .
  • For information on Thunderbird and to subscribe to the Company’s investor list for news updates, go to www.thunderbird.tv .

Aspen Aerogels, Inc. Appoints Santhosh Daniel Chief Accounting Officer

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Thursday, September 14, 2023
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NORTHBOROUGH, Mass., Sept. 14, 2023  /PRNewswire/ -- Aspen Aerogels, Inc. (NYSE: ASPN) ("Aspen" or the "Company"), a technology leader in sustainability and electrification solutions, today announced the appointment of Santhosh Daniel as its Chief Accounting Officer. Mr. Daniel will report to Ricardo C. Rodriguez, Aspen's Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, and will oversee the Company's financial reporting, internal controls and auditing functions. 

Key Points: 
  • NORTHBOROUGH, Mass., Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Aspen Aerogels, Inc. (NYSE: ASPN) ("Aspen" or the "Company"), a technology leader in sustainability and electrification solutions, today announced the appointment of Santhosh Daniel as its Chief Accounting Officer.
  • Mr. Daniel will report to Ricardo C. Rodriguez, Aspen's Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, and will oversee the Company's financial reporting, internal controls and auditing functions.
  • Mr. Daniel, 52, has over twenty-five years of experience as a professional in public accounting and industry.
  • Mr. Daniel began his career in public accounting and has held various roles for AF Ferguson & Co., KPMG and PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP.

Comerica Bank Names Christina Mercado-González Arizona External Affairs Manager

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Thursday, September 14, 2023
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PHOENIX, Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Comerica Bank has named Christina Mercado-González the Vice President, External Affairs Market Manager for Arizona.

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  • PHOENIX, Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Comerica Bank has named Christina Mercado-González the Vice President, External Affairs Market Manager for Arizona.
  • Gonzalez will support Comerica Bank's community commitment and engagements as she stewards community reinvestments in the market.
  • "Christina has a proven track record developing and executing multicultural programming at many different levels," said Brandon Q. Jones, Comerica Bank Senior Vice President, Director of External Affairs.
  • She currently serves on the Arizona Diamondbacks Los D-Backs Ambassador Council and is a Board Member for Global Ties Arizona.

Charlotte's Web Announces Appointment of Bill Morachnick as Chief Executive Officer

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023
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LOUISVILLE, Colo., Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - (TSX: CWEB) (OTCQX: CWBHF) Charlotte's Web Holdings, Inc. ("Charlotte's Web" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the appointment of William (Bill) Morachnick who has joined the Company as its Chief Executive Officer.

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  • LOUISVILLE, Colo., Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - (TSX: CWEB) (OTCQX: CWBHF) Charlotte's Web Holdings, Inc. ("Charlotte's Web" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the appointment of William (Bill) Morachnick who has joined the Company as its Chief Executive Officer.
  • Mr. Morachnick has also been appointed to the Company's Board of Directors as a non-independent director.
  • Mr. Morachnick led the subsequent integration of the combined companies as Chief Executive Officer and Chairman based in Tokyo, Japan for two years before returning to the U.S. in 2018.
  • "Bill has an accomplished career building businesses in multiple categories," said John Held, Chairman of Charlotte's Web.