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Academy of Art University School of Industrial Design Embarks on Innovative Collaboration with Lucid to Design Concepts for the Car of the Future

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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The 90-day project, overseen by senior members of Lucid's award-winning design team, challenges Academy of Art students to conceive designs that transcend traditional notions of mobility.

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  • The 90-day project, overseen by senior members of Lucid's award-winning design team, challenges Academy of Art students to conceive designs that transcend traditional notions of mobility.
  • Students are encouraged to explore everything from tangible enhancements to existing Lucid products to the creation of new, future-focused designs and concepts that reimagine driving.
  • Through this strong ongoing collaboration, former Academy of Art University faculty members and graduates have gone on to careers at Lucid, underscoring the quality of education and real-world training provided by the School of Industrial Design.
  • Academy of Art University maintains a strong commitment to hiring industry professionals able to impart real-world industry insight to students.

Andrew Skurman and Robert Valentine Awarded Honorary Doctorates by Academy of Art University

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Thursday, May 25, 2023
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SAN FRANCISCO, May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - The Academy of Art University is delighted to announce that esteemed individuals Andrew Skurman and Robert Valentine have been awarded honorary doctorates for their outstanding contributions to their respective fields of architecture and branding and advertising.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - The Academy of Art University is delighted to announce that esteemed individuals Andrew Skurman and Robert Valentine have been awarded honorary doctorates for their outstanding contributions to their respective fields of architecture and branding and advertising.
  • Andrew Skurman, renowned architect and founder of Skurman Architects, has dedicated his career to preserving and advancing classical architecture.
  • The honorary doctorates bestowed upon Andrew Skurman and Robert Valentine by the Academy of Art University are a testament to their exceptional achievements, profound impact, and unwavering dedication to their crafts.
  • The Academy of Art University congratulates Andrew Skurman and Robert Valentine on this well-deserved honor.

Emerging International Designers Shine Cultural Spotlight on Runway Fashion

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Tuesday, May 9, 2023
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Crew who comprise the Academy's newly-formed Fashion Industry Advisory Board

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  • Crew who comprise the Academy's newly-formed Fashion Industry Advisory Board
    SAN FRANCISCO, May 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Academy of Art University today announced its 2023 Runway Fashion Show which will be held on May 11th.
  • A number of designers participating in the landmark 2023 event will showcase portfolios that pay rich homage to their own unique cultural experiences.
  • "I'm constantly inspired by the incredible creative instincts of our young designers," said Neil Gilks, School of Fashion Executive Director.
  • The Annual Runway Fashion Show is by invitation only and will be held in San Francisco on May 11th at 7:00 PM PST.

Infinicept Appoints Annita Menogan to its Board of Directors

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Tuesday, March 28, 2023
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DENVER, March 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Infinicept , a leading provider of embedded payments, today announced that it has appointed Annita Menogan to its board of directors.

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  • DENVER, March 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Infinicept , a leading provider of embedded payments, today announced that it has appointed Annita Menogan to its board of directors.
  • Menogan is currently a board member of RE/MAX Holdings, Inc. and Children’s Hospital Colorado.
  • She also serves as a board member of AYA Foundation, and the Colorado chapter of the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD), where she is an NACD Leadership Fellow.
  • “Infinicept brings unique value to an evolving industry, and I’m pleased to be working with this forward-thinking team,” said Menogan.

Lindsey Carnett Appointed Senior Advisor of TerraScale Inc.

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Thursday, January 26, 2023
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SANTA MONICA, Calif., Jan. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- TerraScale, a five-time award-winning green development, infrastructure and finance firm formed with the goal of accelerating the transition to a more sustainable planet, today named Lindsey Carnett as senior advisor, global marketing and strategic partnerships on its advisory board. Carnett will serve under the leadership of LT General Honoré (Ret.), chairman of the advisory board.

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  • With over two decades of experience, Carnett founded Marketing Maven to elevate the public relations and marketing objectives of clients and provide tangible results.
  • She has led successful campaigns for many notable companies and high-profile clients," said Danny Hayes, TerraScale co-founder and CEO.
  • "It is an honor and privilege to have such a dynamic, accomplished and respected leader on the TerraScale advisory board.
  • "TerraScale is a growing leader in the field of sustainable infrastructure," said Carnett.

Academy of Art University Survey Shows Majority of Americans Believe Creative Skills Will Thrive in the Age of AI

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Wednesday, January 11, 2023
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SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A new survey conducted by the Academy of Art University, which polled over 1,000 Americans aged 18-65, found that creative skills are perceived as the most valuable to combat an impending AI takeover.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A new survey conducted by the Academy of Art University, which polled over 1,000 Americans aged 18-65, found that creative skills are perceived as the most valuable to combat an impending AI takeover.
  • "This survey is a clear reminder of the importance of valuing creativity and cultivating art and design skills in the age of AI," said Elisa Stephens, President of Academy of Art University.
  • Over 90% of those who expressed an opinion believe they are creative and over half feel most valued in their lives for their creative skills (53%) rather than their physical or technical skills.
  • The survey also looked at American's perceptions on the future of work, careers and education.

Supima Design Competition Names Taku Yhim Its 2022 Winner

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Monday, September 12, 2022
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SUPIMA, the non-profit brand that promotes the use of American grown Pima cotton around the world, and this years first ever co-hosts, award winning CFDA designer, Christian Siriano, and supermodel and entrepreneur, Coco Rocha, are excited to announce this years 15th annual SUPIMA Design Competition winner Parsons School of Design, The New School alumni, Taku Yhim.

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  • SUPIMA, the non-profit brand that promotes the use of American grown Pima cotton around the world, and this years first ever co-hosts, award winning CFDA designer, Christian Siriano, and supermodel and entrepreneur, Coco Rocha, are excited to announce this years 15th annual SUPIMA Design Competition winner Parsons School of Design, The New School alumni, Taku Yhim.
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    Taku Yhim and seven other finalists from top design schools across the country showcased their creativity and design talent with eveningwear capsule collections created entirely with SUPIMA cotton fabrics on September 10th, 2022, during a live runway presentation at The Gallery at Spring Studios in tandem with New York Fashion Week.
  • This highly skilled and visionary group of young, emerging designers were tasked with creating five looks using five types of SUPIMA fabric: shirting, twill, denim, jersey, and velveteen.
  • The 2022 finalists included: Candice Tianyu, Academy of Arts University; Chan Kyoo Hwang, Drexel University; Fabian Renteria, Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising; Bryan Barrientos, Fashion Institute of Technology; Antonia Bruno, Kent State University; Taku Yhim, Parsons School of Design, The New School; Hu Jun Yi, Rhode Island School of Design; and Michelle Sumin Suh, School of Art Institute of Chicago.

Academy of Art University Appoints Notable Brand and Creative Specialists Doug Van Praet and Anna Villano to Director Roles of New School of Brand Communication

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Tuesday, August 23, 2022
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SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Academy of Art University today announced the appointment of notable industry specialists Doug Van Praet and Anna Villano to co-executive director roles for the newly established School of Brand Communication.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Academy of Art University today announced the appointment of notable industry specialists Doug Van Praet and Anna Villano to co-executive director roles for the newly established School of Brand Communication.
  • "We are thrilled to be welcoming these two highly accomplished experts to our Academy of Art faculty," said Dr. Elisa Stephens, President, Academy of Art University.
  • "The Academy of Art University has a rich legacy and over the years has honed a keen sense of how to equip their students to become leaders in constantly evolving creative industries," said Doug Van Praet, Executive Director for the School of Brand Communications, Academy of Art University.
  • The appointments come after the recent announcement on the launch of the Academy of Art's new School of Brand Communication.

Academy of Art University Announces Launch of New School of Brand Communications

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Monday, June 20, 2022
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The School of Brand Communications is to provide a cohesive umbrella advancing curricula within the School of Advertising, School of Graphic Design, School of Interaction UX/UI Design, and School of Communications & Media Technologies

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  • The School of Brand Communications is to provide a cohesive umbrella advancing curricula within the School of Advertising, School of Graphic Design, School of Interaction UX/UI Design, and School of Communications & Media Technologies
    SAN FRANCISCO, June 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Academy of Art University today announced the launch of the School of Brand Communications, a consolidation of its School of Advertising, School of Graphic Design, School of Interaction & UX/UI Design, and School of Communications & Media Technologies.
  • "Our goal is to continuously advance our curriculum to ensure what our students are learning is in lockstep with the current and future demands of the industry," said Dr. Elisa Stephens, President, Academy of Art University.
  • The new School of Brand Communications will be led by industry experts Doug Van Praet and Anna Villano, both of whom will be relocating from Los Angeles to take on the Executive Director roles.
  • The consolidation of the School of Advertising, School of Graphic Design, School of Interaction & UX/UI Design, and School of Communications & Media Technologies to build the School of Brand Communications will not impact past, current or future credits, classes, degrees or costs for students.

RE/MAX HOLDINGS, INC. APPOINTS ANNITA MENOGAN TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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Monday, June 6, 2022
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DENVER, June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- RE/MAX Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:RMAX), parent company of RE/MAX, one of the world's leading franchisors of real estate brokerage services, and Motto Mortgage, the first and only national mortgage brokerage franchise brand in the U.S., today announced that its stockholders elected Annita M. Menogan to its Board of Directors at the Company's annual meeting of stockholders on June 1, 2022. Stockholders also voted to re-elect Dave Liniger, Steve Joyce, and Teresa Van De Bogart to the Board.

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  • "Her deep expertise in legal and governance matters should be tremendously valuable to the Board, the company, and its stockholders."
  • Currently, Menogan is a board member of Children's Hospital Colorado, a $1.5B top-10 nationally ranked children's hospital.
  • Menogan is also a board member of the Colorado chapter of the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) and is an NACD Leadership Fellow.
  • She is chair of the Program Committee and serves on the diversity task force, working to facilitate corporate board opportunities for diverse board candidates.