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ComEd, Metropolitan Mayors Caucus Award 18 Grants to Support Holiday Lights Events in Northern Illinois

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023
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To support local holiday displays, ComEd and the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus today announced grants of up to $2,500 each for 18 northern Illinois communities as part of the annual ComEd Powering the Holidays Program.

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  • To support local holiday displays, ComEd and the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus today announced grants of up to $2,500 each for 18 northern Illinois communities as part of the annual ComEd Powering the Holidays Program.
  • "We are thrilled to once again partner with ComEd on the Powering the Holidays Program," said Neil James, Executive Director of the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus.
  • With the addition of the 2023 grant recipients, ComEd has now awarded 46 communities and organizations a total of $113,000 in grants to power holiday lights events since 2021.
  • Powering the Holidays grants can be used for any community holiday lights event held from November 1, 2023, to February 13, 2024.

ComEd, Metropolitan Mayors Caucus Offer Grants to Power Community Light Events this Holiday Season

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Wednesday, July 19, 2023
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The program supports community holiday lights events that represent the diverse cultures and traditions celebrated across northern Illinois.

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  • The program supports community holiday lights events that represent the diverse cultures and traditions celebrated across northern Illinois.
  • ComEd and the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus are making $45,000 in funds available for the 2023 grant program to power a variety of holiday lights celebrations this year.
  • During the 2022 holiday season, 18 communities throughout northern Illinois utilized these grants to support holiday lights events.
  • This annual event invites community members to celebrate the holiday season with light displays, carols and the lighting of the South Chicago Heights Christmas tree.

Exelon announces Jane S. Park as senior vice president of Federal Governmental and Regulatory Affairs, and Public Policy

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Thursday, January 19, 2023
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Exelon (Nasdaq: EXC) announces that Jane S. Park has been named to the role of senior vice president of Federal Governmental and Regulatory Affairs, and Public Policy for the company.

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  • Exelon (Nasdaq: EXC) announces that Jane S. Park has been named to the role of senior vice president of Federal Governmental and Regulatory Affairs, and Public Policy for the company.
  • In this role, Park heads the development and implementation of Exelon’s federal governmental, regulatory and public policy priorities and strategies.
  • As a former Chief Customer Officer, Jane will always lead with our customers first,” said Calvin Butler, president and CEO of Exelon.
  • Park also has held various leadership positions at ComEd, including as Chief Customer Officer and vice president of Regulatory Policy & Strategy.

GRAINGER NAMES NANCY BERARDINELLI-KRANTZ AS CHIEF LEGAL OFFICER

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Thursday, December 15, 2022
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CHICAGO, Dec. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Grainger (NYSE: GWW), the leading broad line distributor of maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) products serving businesses and institutions, today announced it has appointed Nancy L. Berardinelli-Krantz as Senior Vice President and Chief Legal Officer, effective Jan. 30, 2023.

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  • CHICAGO, Dec. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Grainger (NYSE: GWW), the leading broad line distributor of maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) products serving businesses and institutions, today announced it has appointed Nancy L. Berardinelli-Krantz as Senior Vice President and Chief Legal Officer, effective Jan. 30, 2023.
  • "Her distinguished career in the legal, business and government environment coupled with her ability to lead with integrity matches Grainger's purpose-driven culture.
  • Berardinelli-Krantz joins Grainger from Eaton Corporation, where she is Senior Vice President and Deputy Chief Legal Officer.
  • "For more than 20 years, John Howard has showed unwavering dedication and service to Grainger and our customers," said Macpherson.

Taking Pollinator Awareness to the Next Level

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022
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WAYNESVILLE, N.C., Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Led by husband-and-wife team Brannen Basham and Jill Jacobs, Spriggly's Beescaping is a small business from Western North Carolina offering nature education and habitat restoration services. From exhibits, books, and courses to landscape design and implementation, they have dedicated their business to supporting pollinators and the ecosystem at large.

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  • Basham and Jacobs consider themselves citizen scientists with a passion for native plants, pollinators, and the natural world around them.
  • With backgrounds in horticulture, writing, museum education, graphic design, and digital communications, they turned their passions into a business focused on conservation.
  • See their public work on display at Frog Level Brewing Co. and the Haywood Arts Council in Waynesville, NC and 7 Clans Brewing in Asheville, NC.
  • Explore their offerings at www.sprigglys.com , including a selection of pollinator and nature-themed greeting cards and gift items, including canvas bags, water bottles, and more.

ComEd, Metropolitan Mayors Caucus Award 18 Grants to Support Holiday Lighting Events Across Northern Illinois

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Monday, October 31, 2022
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Recognizing the importance of cultural holiday celebrations and how they can brighten communities, ComEd and the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus today announced grants of up to $2,500 each for 18 northern Illinois communities as part of the ComEd Powering the Holidays Program.

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  • Recognizing the importance of cultural holiday celebrations and how they can brighten communities, ComEd and the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus today announced grants of up to $2,500 each for 18 northern Illinois communities as part of the ComEd Powering the Holidays Program.
  • "ComEd and the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus are excited to again support a wide variety of holiday lighting displays that bring residents together to celebrate and experience cultural traditions within their communities."
  • Powering the Holidays grants can be used for any community holiday lights event held from November 1, 2022, to February 13, 2023.
  • Municipalities, townships, counties and other local governments within the northern Illinois areas ComEd serves were eligible to apply.

Former CEO of $1B Global Sales and Distribution Business Joins CEO Coaching International

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Monday, August 8, 2022
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MIAMI, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CEO Coaching International, the leading CEO coaching firm for growth-focused CEOs and entrepreneurs globally, is pleased to announce Angela Korompilas as its newest Partner and Coach.

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  • MIAMI, Aug. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CEO Coaching International, the leading CEO coaching firm for growth-focused CEOs and entrepreneurs globally, is pleased to announce Angela Korompilas as its newest Partner and Coach.
  • Korompilas has 25 years of experience in global sales & distribution, hospitality, and family business.
  • "Angela is an accomplished CEO whose experience leading a multi-generational family business, scaling globally, and building high-performance teams will make her a tremendous coach on our team," said Mark Moses , CEO and Founding Partner of CEO Coaching International.
  • The coaches at CEO Coaching International are former CEOs, presidents, or executives who have made BIG happen.

ComEd, Metropolitan Mayors Caucus Offer Grants to Illuminate Community Light Events this Holiday Season

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Monday, July 11, 2022
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For the second year, ComEd and the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus (MMC) encourage communities and community organizations to apply for competitive grants of up to $2,500 each as part of the Powering the Holidays program.

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  • For the second year, ComEd and the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus (MMC) encourage communities and community organizations to apply for competitive grants of up to $2,500 each as part of the Powering the Holidays program.
  • The program supports community holiday light events that represent the diverse cultures and traditions celebrated across northern Illinois.
  • ComEd is proud to team up with the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus to deliver community funding to help brighten our cities and towns for the holidays this season.
  • On behalf of the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus, we are grateful to partner with ComEd to offer this wonderful grant opportunity to communities.

Chicago Botanic Garden Celebrates 50th Birthday

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Thursday, April 28, 2022
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GLENCOE, Ill, April 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Chicago Botanic Garden has experienced extraordinary growth over the last five decades and it is marking its 50th birthday in 2022 with Flourish: The Garden at 50. Starting May 13 and running through September 25, members, visitors, and program participants are invited to celebrate 50 years of the Garden connecting people to the natural world.

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  • GLENCOE, Ill, April 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Chicago Botanic Garden has experienced extraordinary growth over the last five decades and it is marking its 50thbirthdayin 2022 with Flourish: The Garden at 50.
  • Tennature-inspired art installationsfrom Chicago, national, and international artistshave beencreated specifically for the Glencoe campusand Windy City Harvest's Farm on Ogden,connecting peoplewith nature in new ways.
  • The Chicago Botanic Garden, one of the treasures of the Forest Preserves of Cook County, is a 385-acre living plant museum featuring 28 distinct gardens and four natural areas.
  • Opened to the public in 1972, the Garden is managed by the Chicago Horticultural Society, accredited by the American Association of Museums, and a member of the American Public Gardens Association (APGA).

Inaugural LinkUnite Forum and Retreat Successfully Connects Female Leaders in Marketing

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Wednesday, April 20, 2022
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GLENDALE, Calif., April 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LinkUnite successfully held its inaugural women's retreat and forum from April 10 to 13, gathering over 100 female leaders at the Scottsdale's Omni Resort & Spa at Montelucia, Arizona.

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  • GLENDALE, Calif., April 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LinkUnite successfully held its inaugural women's retreat and forum from April 10 to 13, gathering over 100 female leaders at the Scottsdale's Omni Resort & Spa at Montelucia, Arizona.
  • "In our line of work, partnerships make all the difference," said Amanda Farris, Chief Strategy Officer of Phonexa and Founder of LinkUnite.
  • It was encouraging to witness how our fantastic ladies created personal and professional partnerships through our forum.
  • "This inaugural event demonstrated the potential of the camaraderie and sisterhood that is deeply rooted in female leaders across our industry," said Phonexa CEO Lilit Davtyan.