Responsibility

Aptar Named One of America’s Most Responsible Companies by Newsweek for the Fifth Consecutive Year

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024
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AptarGroup, Inc. (NYSE: ATR), a global leader in drug and consumer product dosing, dispensing and protection technologies, today announced that it has been named one of America’s Most Responsible Companies 2024 by Newsweek for the fifth consecutive year.

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  • AptarGroup, Inc. (NYSE: ATR), a global leader in drug and consumer product dosing, dispensing and protection technologies, today announced that it has been named one of America’s Most Responsible Companies 2024 by Newsweek for the fifth consecutive year.
  • Aptar is ranked number 29 out of 600 U.S. companies and is ranked first in its industry category.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240123575188/en/
    “We are extremely proud to be recognized by Newsweek for the fifth consecutive year.
  • Newsweek’s full list of America’s Most Responsible Companies 2024 can be found here .

Pavilion Payments Funds Research and Grant Award for the International Center for Responsible Gaming

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024
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Pavilion Payments , the leading omnichannel payments provider exclusively serving the gaming industry, announced its support and contribution to the International Center for Responsible Gaming (ICRG) .

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  • Pavilion Payments , the leading omnichannel payments provider exclusively serving the gaming industry, announced its support and contribution to the International Center for Responsible Gaming (ICRG) .
  • Pavilion Payments’ involvement is meant to develop new ways to encourage patrons to utilize responsible gaming tools and play more securely and responsibly.
  • “At Pavilion Payments, we are committed to promoting responsible and ethical practices within the gaming industry,” said Christopher Justice, CEO of Pavilion Payments.
  • We believe in the potential of Dr. Wohl's research to reshape the gaming landscape by positively contributing to a future of responsible gaming.”

H2O.ai Launches GenAI World in Atlanta to Bring Education and Awareness of Responsible AI and Guardrails for Safety, Fairness and Privacy for Generative AI in Banking

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Monday, January 22, 2024
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H2O.ai, the open source leader in Generative AI and machine learning, continues its world tour of bringing GenAI Training Days to major cities around the world to further democratize GenAI.

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  • H2O.ai, the open source leader in Generative AI and machine learning, continues its world tour of bringing GenAI Training Days to major cities around the world to further democratize GenAI.
  • Join David Palmer , Neil Desai , and Loren Bushkar as they explore the ethical, practical, and regulatory aspects of AI throughout the finance sector and more.
  • Join H2O.ai Makers to learn about Responsible AI and Guardrails for Safety, Fairness, and Privacy in Generative AI for banking.
  • Founded in 2012, H2O.ai is at the forefront of the AI movement to democratize Generative AI.

Responsible AI Institute Marks Q4 2023 with New Members and 400% Yearly Growth

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024
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Responsible AI Institute (RAI Institute), a prominent non-profit organization dedicated to facilitating the responsible use of AI worldwide, has announced that Booz Allen and Spark92 have joined the Institute as members.

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  • Responsible AI Institute (RAI Institute), a prominent non-profit organization dedicated to facilitating the responsible use of AI worldwide, has announced that Booz Allen and Spark92 have joined the Institute as members.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240117590446/en/
    Responsible AI Institute's Q4 2023 New Members (Graphic: Responsible AI Institute)
    "In 2023, we made substantial progress in expanding our global influence in responsible AI adoption and we're delighted to welcome Booz Allen and Spark92 as our newest members," stated Manoj Saxena, founder and executive chairman of Responsible AI Institute.
  • RAI Institute members gain exclusive access to:
    Valuable resources: Members have access to a range of tools and resources through RAI Institute’s Responsible AI testbed.
  • Contribution to responsible AI ecosystem: Engagement with RAI Institute not only demonstrates an organization’s commitment to ethical AI practices to their stakeholders but also actively contributes to shaping a responsible AI ecosystem, influencing global standards in AI governance and innovation.

GTJAI Became Signatory to PRI as a Subsidiary of Guotai Junan Securities

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Thursday, January 18, 2024
Asset Management, Professional Services, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Finance, Principle, Guotai Junan Securities, PRI, ESG, Socially responsible investing, Risk management, Disclosure, Responsibility

Guotai Junan International Holdings Limited (“Guotai Junan International”, the “Company” or “GTJAI”, stock code: 1788.HK) announced that on 27 December 2023, its parent company, Guotai Junan Securities Co., Ltd. ("Guotai Junan Securities"), officially signed the Principles for Responsible Investment ("PRI") in the category of "investment manager".

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  • Guotai Junan International Holdings Limited (“Guotai Junan International”, the “Company” or “GTJAI”, stock code: 1788.HK) announced that on 27 December 2023, its parent company, Guotai Junan Securities Co., Ltd. ("Guotai Junan Securities"), officially signed the Principles for Responsible Investment ("PRI") in the category of "investment manager".
  • Guotai Junan Securities, together with its subsidiaries including Guotai Junan International Holdings Limited, became signatories to PRI.
  • According to PRI, responsible investment involves considering environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues in investment decision-making process and ownership practice.
  • As a subsidiary of Guotai Junan Securities, GTJAI has obtained signatory status to PRI in synchronization with the parent company.

FanDuel Casino Welcomes Vegas Matt As Ambassador in Exclusive Deal

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Thursday, January 25, 2024
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NEW YORK, Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, FanDuel Group, the premier online gaming company in North America, announced a new exclusive partnership with Vegas Matt for FanDuel Casino to create engaging content that will educate fans on casino games and the importance of responsible play.    

Key Points: 
  • FanDuel Casino partners with Vegas Matt in a long-term deal inclusive of social media content, promotional offers, branding, and more.
  • NEW YORK, Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, FanDuel Group, the premier online gaming company in North America, announced a new exclusive partnership with Vegas Matt for FanDuel Casino to create engaging content that will educate fans on casino games and the importance of responsible play.
  • As part of the partnership, Vegas Matt will create exclusive content on his social channels including YouTube, TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram that showcase the exciting product offering available on FanDuel Casino.
  • Vegas Matt will appear at exclusive FanDuel Casino customer events throughout the partnership.

iMentor Celebrates 25 Years of Impact by Extending Its Standout National Mentoring Program from High School Through College Degree to Help First Generation Students Realize Economic Mobility

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024
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NEW YORK, Jan. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- This January, National Mentoring Month, iMentor celebrates its 25th year of making a meaningful difference in the lives of 42,000+ students in NYC, Chicago, Baltimore and beyond. iMentor stands out as an effective national mentoring program that matches students starting in 11th grade with a mentor and leverages these enduring, trusting relationships to help youth successfully chart their own path to college. With an impressive history of guiding historically marginalized first-generation students to college, iMentor's focus is evolving to ensure students succeed through college - in terms of persisting, graduating, and going on to thrive in their chosen careers.

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  • Now iMentor is Expanding its Reach to Directly Support First-Generation College Students through College Graduation and Into Careers.
  • In a landscape where a college degree remains the most direct route to economic mobility, iMentor stands out as a game-changer for marginalized youth.
  • Now, more than ever, obtaining a college degree is crucial for first-generation students.
  • "At 25 years, iMentor has become a nationally recognized expert in one-on-one high school mentoring and the effective implementation of in-school college success curriculum," says John Griffin, iMentor Founder.

BMO Partners with Canada Infrastructure Bank to Help Canadian Clients Finance Energy Retrofits in a Sustainable Finance First

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024
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BMO is the first financial institution in Canada to offer a unique financial ecosystem that provides access to impact capital through the Canada Infrastructure Bank, with long term refinancing through BMO.

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  • BMO is the first financial institution in Canada to offer a unique financial ecosystem that provides access to impact capital through the Canada Infrastructure Bank, with long term refinancing through BMO.
  • This program is an example of the way we partner with organizations to create new and effective sustainable solutions for our clients."
  • "We're excited to be at the leading edge of sustainable finance innovation in the real estate sector," said Nadim Hirji, Group Head, BMO Commercial Bank, North America.
  • Depending on the forecast GHG savings, the client may qualify for Canada Infrastructure Bank impact capital to support project execution.

Coalition for Responsible Community Development Bolsters Leadership Team to Enhance Community Impact

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Monday, January 22, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Coalition for Responsible Community Development (CRCD) continues to fortify its leadership team by announcing the promotion of three outstanding individuals to critical senior positions within the organization.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Coalition for Responsible Community Development (CRCD) continues to fortify its leadership team by announcing the promotion of three outstanding individuals to critical senior positions within the organization.
  • The CRCD Executive Team is confident that these leaders will play pivotal roles in driving the organization's unlimited impact.
  • Their expanded leadership roles will propel us further in our mission to empower the South LA community and drive positive change.
  • For more information about the Coalition for Responsible Community Development and its community impact, please visit www.coalitionrcd.org .

Viatris recognised as a Top Employer 2024 in the UK for the second consecutive year

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Friday, January 19, 2024
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HATFIELD, England, Jan. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Viatris, a global healthcare company, has announced that it has been recognised as a 2024 Top Employer in the UK for the second consecutive year by the Top Employers Institute, a global authority on recognising excellence in People Practices.

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  • HATFIELD, England, Jan. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Viatris, a global healthcare company, has announced that it has been recognised as a 2024 Top Employer in the UK for the second consecutive year by the Top Employers Institute, a global authority on recognising excellence in People Practices.
  • Being certified as a Top Employer showcases an organisation's dedication to a better world of work and exhibits this through excellent Human Relations policies.
  • Matthew Salzmann, Viatris Country Manager for the UK, stated,  "At Viatris, we work tirelessly across our organzaiton to provide access to medicines, develop solutions, and improve patient health.
  • We are proud to announce and celebrate this year's group of leading people-oriented employers: the Top Employers 2024."