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Universities Space Research Association's Council of Institutions Establishes a New Region for International Universities

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Tuesday, May 7, 2024

WASHINGTON, May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Council of Institutions (COI) of the Universities Space Research Association (USRA) announces the establishment of a new geographic region for USRA's European member universities.

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  • WASHINGTON, May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Council of Institutions (COI) of the Universities Space Research Association (USRA) announces the establishment of a new geographic region for USRA's European member universities.
  • The historic vote establishing this "European Region" marks the first time in USRA's esteemed 55-year history that a new region has been added.
  • The increasing interest from European universities in joining USRA prompted the Council of Institutions to vote in favor of creating a distinct geographic entity: Region X ("ten"), comprising the universities in Europe.
  • The universities in the new Region X are:

New Leadership Elected at USRA's Council of Institutions

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Thursday, May 2, 2024

WASHINGTON, May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Council of Institutions (COI) of Universities Space Research Association, which comprises representatives from each of USRA's 120 member institutions, elected new leadership, bringing together esteemed professionals from diverse academic backgrounds to further advance the organization's mission.

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  • WASHINGTON, May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Council of Institutions (COI) of Universities Space Research Association, which comprises representatives from each of USRA's 120 member institutions, elected new leadership, bringing together esteemed professionals from diverse academic backgrounds to further advance the organization's mission.
  • Dr. Joan Ramage, hailing from Lehigh University, assumes the role of Chair of the Council of Institutions, while Dr. Jed Hancock, representing Utah State University, steps into the position of Vice Chair.
  • Dr. Joan Ramage's tenure with USRA dates to 2012 when she first joined as a COI representative.
  • Recognized for her leadership, Ramage was elected Vice Chair of USRA's Council of Institutions in 2022, a testament to her commitment to advancing collaborative efforts within the organization.

NEW YORK COMMUNITY BANCORP, INC. CLOSES OVER $1 BILLION EQUITY INVESTMENT STRENGTHENING BALANCE SHEET AND LIQUIDITY POSITION

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

HICKSVILLE, N.Y., March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- New York Community Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE: NYCB) ("NYCB" or the "Company") announced today it completed the previously announced transactions resulting in individual investments aggregating to approximately $1.05 billion in the Company by Liberty Strategic Capital ("Liberty"), funds managed by Hudson Bay Capital Management ("Hudson Bay"), funds managed by Reverence Capital Partners ("Reverence Capital"), and other investors (collectively, the "Investors").

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  • Our Company enters this next phase with an enhanced balance sheet and liquidity position."
  • We believe that this transaction has strengthened the Company's balance sheet and liquidity position and look forward to working with management and the dedicated workforce of NYCB to deliver shareholder value."
  • Mr. DiNello, Marshall Lux, Lawrence Savarese, Peter Schoels, David Treadwell and Jennifer Whip remain members of the Board.
  • In addition, in connection with Reg Y Transfers, the Series C Preferred Stock is automatically convertible into 1,000 shares of our common stock.

Formidium appoints Mandar N. Mhatre as the Global Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) in its leadership team

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

CHICAGO, Feb. 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Formidium Corp., a global provider of investment fund administration services and technology, announced the appointment of Mandar N. Mhatre as the Global Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) of the company.

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  • CHICAGO, Feb. 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Formidium Corp., a global provider of investment fund administration services and technology, announced the appointment of Mandar N. Mhatre as the Global Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) of the company.
  • Mandar has a diverse experience in leadership roles across banking, finance, investing, strategy, and mentoring.
  • As the CRO at Formidium, Mandar will be operating from Mumbai.
  • In this role, he will be part of the top leadership team at Formidium overseeing global revenues and growth while guiding teams across sales & marketing, customer success, products, and revenue operations and performance.

FileForms Launches Innovative BOI Frequent Filer Program and Professional Product to Simplify Corporate Transparency Act Compliance

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

FORT LAUDERDALE , Fla., Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- FileForms takes a bold step to revolutionize compliance reporting with its innovative Frequent Filer Program and Professional (Pro) Product.

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  • FORT LAUDERDALE , Fla., Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- FileForms takes a bold step to revolutionize compliance reporting with its innovative Frequent Filer Program and Professional (Pro) Product.
  • "At FileForms, we're committed to simplifying CTA compliance and BOI reporting for businesses and their advisors nationwide.
  • With our Frequent Filer Program and the Professional (Pro) Product, we aim to define the best approach to this new federal reporting requirement, which can otherwise be a huge hassle.
  • Compliance shouldn't be a burden, and our innovative platform reflects our dedication to a seamless experience for our valued partners and clients."

biBERK Business Insurance Provides Valuable Insights in Guide to General Liability Insurance for Businesses

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Monday, December 11, 2023

Also called commercial general liability insurance coverage, this type of policy is essential for every business, large or small.

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  • Also called commercial general liability insurance coverage, this type of policy is essential for every business, large or small.
  • You can customize your general liability insurance coverage to address specific business risks by adding what are called endorsements.
  • One of our licensed insurance experts can help you determine whether you should add any endorsements to your general liability insurance policy and discuss with you the overall general liability insurance cost you will have to pay.
  • Best General Liability Insurance for Small Businesses: Affordable, Essential Protection
    As a business owner, you have countless decisions to make and tasks to handle.

AI-Driven Embedded Insurance Platform Mulberri Announces $6.75 Million Series A Led By Eos Venture Partners

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

Mulberri , an AI-driven embedded business insurance platform for small and medium enterprises, announced its $6.75 million Series A led by Eos Venture Partners, with participation from existing investors Hanover Technology Management, MS&AD Ventures, and Altamont Capital Partners (via insurance enterprises in its portfolio).

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  • Mulberri , an AI-driven embedded business insurance platform for small and medium enterprises, announced its $6.75 million Series A led by Eos Venture Partners, with participation from existing investors Hanover Technology Management, MS&AD Ventures, and Altamont Capital Partners (via insurance enterprises in its portfolio).
  • Zach Powell, General Partner of Eos Venture Partners, will join Mulberri as a board member.
  • Mulberri’s platform offers an array of insurance solutions, including brokerage, risk transfer, certificate of insurance, and risk engines.
  • Mulberri offers an ecosystem of services to serve small and medium enterprises, including:
    Violet Berri: Violet Berri is a joint venture of Vensure Employer Services and Mulberri.

Award Winning Chef Arrives in Northern Maine

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023

GREENVILLE, Maine, Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Recognized as one of Austin's top chefs, Max Snyder is trading the city life for the peaceful and bountiful Maine Northwoods where he will take over as Executive Chef of Slate Restaurant at the Blair Hill Inn.

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  • GREENVILLE, Maine, Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Recognized as one of Austin's top chefs, Max Snyder is trading the city life for the peaceful and bountiful Maine Northwoods where he will take over as Executive Chef of Slate Restaurant at the Blair Hill Inn.
  • Throughout his career Max has demonstrated a passion for sourcing the freshest ingredients for his dishes, from rooftop gardens, urban farms and the pristine wilds of Northern California.
  • Bringing that passion to Maine and its diverse selection of fresh organic ingredients, including from Slate's own garden, promises to offer guests a unique seasonal dining experience.
  • Slate Restaurant is one of only two Relais & Châteaux Restaurants in Maine.

American College of Lifestyle Medicine announces 2023 award winners for advancement of lifestyle medicine in health care

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

ST. LOUIS, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- 

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  • The American College of Lifestyle Medicine (ACLM) announced the 2023 recipients of its highest awards for the advancement of lifestyle medicine in health care at the organization's annual conference Oct. 29-Nov. 1 in Denver.
  • Among the awards presented were the Lifetime Achievement Award, the Trailblazer Award, the President's Award and the Special Recognition Awards.
  • "ACLM is delighted to honor the 2023 award winners for the dedication, expertise and passion they have contributed to the rapidly growing field of lifestyle medicine," ACLM President Beth Frates, MD, FACLM, DipABLM, said.
  • The 2023 Trailblazer Award recipient is James Rippe, MD, founder and director of Rippe Lifestyle Medicine, a professor of medicine at the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School and founder and editor-in-chief of the American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine.

Insurance Carriers Increase Small Businesses' Digital Access to Certificates of Insurance and Demos; Opportunity to Add More Digital Servicing

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

WILMINGTON, Del., Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Keynova Group, the principal competitive intelligence source for digital financial services firms, today announced the results of its 2023 Small Commercial Insurance Scorecard. For the fifth consecutive year, The Hartford secures first place in the Scorecard for its digital user experience catering to small businesses. Keynova Group's annual evaluation of the desktop and mobile offerings of the 10 largest U.S. insurers of small businesses highlights how carriers are advancing digital support and servicing to meet the unique needs of small firms.

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  • For the fifth consecutive year, The Hartford secures first place in the Scorecard for its digital user experience catering to small businesses.
  • "There continues to be a substantial disparity in the degree of carriers' digital enablement for small businesses, especially when compared with the more advanced capabilities provided to consumers."
  • As well, carriers have increased their Spanish-language content, with 60% now providing insurance information for small businesses in Spanish on their websites.
  • Policyholders Despite many digital advances, both public site and authenticated servicing capabilities for small businesses continue to lag the digital options that carriers offer consumers.