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Help at Home Named as Gold Winner in McKnight's Excellence in Technology Awards

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Thursday, October 12, 2023
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CHICAGO, Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Help at Home, the leading national provider of innovative, high-quality, in-home personal care services, announced today that it was recognized as a Gold award-winner as part of the McKnight's Excellence in Technology Award Program, a joint effort by McKnight's Long-Term Care News, McKnight's Senior Living and McKnight's Home Care.

Key Points: 
  • Operations teams can view metrics in real-time dashboards bringing consistency and transparency across multi-state and specific branch-level KPIs to better manage care and hours served.
  • Help at Home's business intelligence team is proud to have created a best-in-class technology solution that allows our organization to improve quality outcomes and operate more efficiently.
  • To see the full list of winners, and for more information about the program, visit www.mcknightstechawards.com .
  • The long-running McKnight's Excellence in Technology Awards program honors providers that convey how technology has improved care and operations in their organizations.

What If Artificial Intelligence Could Prevent a Potential Fall? This Connecticut Memory Care Community Says It Can.

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023
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BETHEL, Conn., Sept. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Maplewood at Stony Hill, a dedicated memory care community in Bethel, CT, announced the rollout of an AI-powered fall prevention system following a highly successful pilot run at a sister property earlier this year. The technology, co-developed by Maplewood and Inspiren, Inc., is being installed in all 84 residential apartments at Maplewood's Stony Hill community. Called AUGi (for Augmented Intelligence), it's the world's first cognitive resident care assistant, and will promote independence, help prevent injury, and instill peace of mind in residents living with early, mid-stage, and late-stage Alzheimer's disease and dementia and their families.

Key Points: 
  • The technology, co-developed by Maplewood and Inspiren , Inc. , is being installed in all 84 residential apartments at Maplewood's Stony Hill community.
  • AUGi demonstrated notable success during a 6-month, 33-unit pilot study at Inspīr Carnegie Hill , a luxury senior living community operated by Maplewood Senior Living on Manhattan's Upper East Side.
  • In 2021, the community earned Purple Flag accreditation , a prestigious accolade for communities meeting the highest standards of dementia care.
  • Maplewood at Stony Hill offers a mix of private, deluxe studio and one-bedroom apartments, starting at $6,450 a month.

Leading Commercial Real Estate Firm Horrell Company Announces Acquisition, New President

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Friday, September 1, 2023
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NASHVILLE, Tenn., Sept. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Horrell Company , one of the oldest commercial real estate companies serving Nashville and Middle Tennessee, today announced that Elliott Smith has acquired the company and will serve as its President.

Key Points: 
  • NASHVILLE, Tenn., Sept. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Horrell Company , one of the oldest commercial real estate companies serving Nashville and Middle Tennessee, today announced that Elliott Smith has acquired the company and will serve as its President.
  • Smith brings to the company significant business and legal expertise, with substantial real estate, development, M&A, joint venture and finance experience across a variety of industries and markets.
  • Smith said, "I am honored to serve as Horrell Company's next President, and to build on its strong foundation as one of Nashville's oldest and market-leading commercial real estate companies.
  • "Ben has made substantial contributions to Horrell Company and I am excited to have him serve as Horrell Company's Principal Broker," said Smith.

Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy Releases Proceedings Summary Report from the "First-Ever" Tribal Energy Equity Summit - A Historic Convening of Tribal and Federal Officials

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy, an Indigenous-led nonprofit that supports the self-determined efforts of Native American tribes to transition to a clean energy future, today released the 2023 Tribal Energy Equity Summit Proceedings Summary Report.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy , an Indigenous-led nonprofit that supports the self-determined efforts of Native American tribes to transition to a clean energy future, today released the 2023 Tribal Energy Equity Summit Proceedings Summary Report .
  • "For four days in May 2023, the Tribal Energy Equity Summit convened for the first time in history Native American tribal leaders with officials from the federal government for the purposes of establishing relationships and catalyzing more meaningful and effective dialogue about energy," said Chéri A. Smith (Mi'kmaq Descendant), Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy Founder, President, and CEO.
  • The 2023 Tribal Energy Equity Summit Proceedings Summary Report is the first in a series of Summit follow-up activities promised for participants, as well as those who could not be in attendance, to continue the dialogue and momentum that was kindled at the Summit.
  • To download the 2023 Tribal Energy Equity Summit Proceedings Summary Report, click here .

Mattel Announces Departure of Richard Dickson, President and Chief Operating Officer

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023
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Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) today announced that Richard Dickson, President and Chief Operating Officer, will step down from his position with the Company effective August 3, 2023 to take the role of president and chief executive officer at another public company.

Key Points: 
  • Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) today announced that Richard Dickson, President and Chief Operating Officer, will step down from his position with the Company effective August 3, 2023 to take the role of president and chief executive officer at another public company.
  • Josh Silverman has been promoted to Executive Vice President and Chief Franchise Officer.
  • Both executives will assume Dickson’s responsibilities and report to Ynon Kreiz, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Mattel.
  • The company has also promoted Chris Down to Executive Vice President and Chief Design Officer, reporting to McKnight.

Presidents' Council on Impact Investing Names McKnight Foundation President Tonya Allen as Co-Chair

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Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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NEW YORK, July 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Presidents' Council on Impact Investing ("Presidents' Council") announced the appointment of Tonya Allen, President of the McKnight Foundation, as its newest Co-Chair.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, July 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Presidents' Council on Impact Investing ("Presidents' Council") announced the appointment of Tonya Allen, President of the McKnight Foundation, as its newest Co-Chair.
  • Allen succeeds Darren Walker, President of the Ford Foundation, who served as an inaugural Co-Chair and led the group's efforts to coordinate support for the impact investing ecosystem.
  • The U.S. Impact Investing Alliance convenes the Presidents' Council to pursue shared learning, deepen commitments to impact investing and foster opportunities to pool investment and grant capital to catalyze the growth of the field.
  • "I'm honored to join Don and take the baton from Darren as Co-Chair of the Presidents' Council," Tonya Allen shared.

KS&R CELEBRATES 40th ANNIVERSARY WITH STRONG GROWTH IN SIX KEY MARKETS, NEW BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEMBERS

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Wednesday, June 28, 2023
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SYRACUSE, N.Y., June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- KS&R, an industry-leading strategic consultancy and marketing research firm, celebrated its 40th anniversary on June 7 and announced key milestones. The company has achieved an average 7.8% annual growth rate since 2018 and 14% growth from 2021 to 2022.

Key Points: 
  • The company has achieved an average 7.8% annual growth rate since 2018 and 14% growth from 2021 to 2022.
  • KS&R is a $30 million provider of critical marketing insights that help enterprises make better decisions.
  • Two New Members Elected to the Board: Kathleen McKnight and Dan Conners, both principals and vice presidents of the firm, joined KS&R's Board of Directors.
  • "It's been a great start to our 40th year," said Jay Scott, Board Chair.

GameGolf Announces Next-Generation KZN Shot-Tracking Platform

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Thursday, June 15, 2023
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PALO ALTO, Calif., June 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- GAMEGOLF, the game's leading GPS shot- and stat-tracking sensor platform, announces its most extensive and innovative upgrades to date with the launch of its next-generation technology "KZN," short for Kaizen (pronounced KY-zen), which means "constant improvement" in Japanese and Korean cultures. The cutting-edge new GameGolf KZN platform supports the company's reinvigorated vision and reinvestment to maintain its position as the leading GPS stat tracker for golfers and coaches.

Key Points: 
  • The cutting-edge new GameGolf KZN platform supports the company's reinvigorated vision and reinvestment to maintain its position as the leading GPS stat tracker for golfers and coaches.
  • GameGolf KZN has launched with updated pricing – the $269.99 price includes the KZN hardware and a free one-year membership (a nearly $120 value) – making KZN the most affordable and technically advanced system in the space while elevating the user experience across the board.
  • With an engaging new platform and user interface, GameGolf KZN provides an immersive, data-centric, and improvement-driven player experience – thanks to significant technology upgrades.
  • "Interactivity and social engagement are other incredible ways that GameGolf KZN stands apart," says McKnight.

Verano Announces the Opening of Zen Leaf Pittsburgh McKnight, the Company’s 17th Affiliated Pennsylvania Dispensary and 128th Retail Location Nationwide

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Thursday, May 25, 2023
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Zen Leaf Pittsburgh McKnight is located in Allegheny County, the second most densely populated county in the Commonwealth.

Key Points: 
  • Zen Leaf Pittsburgh McKnight is located in Allegheny County, the second most densely populated county in the Commonwealth.
  • The McKnight location adds another convenient outlet for Pittsburgh area patients, complementing the Company’s existing affiliated Zen Leaf dispensaries in Cranberry, Monroeville, New Kensington, Pittsburgh Robinson and Washington.
  • “We’re thrilled to welcome patients at Zen Leaf Pittsburgh McKnight, our 17th affiliated dispensary location in the Commonwealth, as we further strengthen our footprint in this core Verano market,” said George Archos, Verano Founder and Chief Executive Officer.
  • For additional convenience and accessibility, patients can choose to order ahead at ZenLeafDispensaries.com for express in-store or curbside pickup.

Gale Boice, Principle LTC's Chief Operating Officer, to be Inducted into McKnight's Women of Distinction Hall of Honor

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Monday, May 22, 2023
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KINSTON, N.C., May 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Gale Boice, Chief Operating Officer of Principle LTC, will be inducted into the Hall of Honor for the prestigious 2023 McKnight's Women of Distinction Award. Lynn M. Hood, CEO whose visionary leadership has guided Principle LTC through challenging times, was acknowledged for her significant contributions in 2021 and first receiving the same award, followed Joylin Nation, COO, who is known for her hands-on approach and exceptional leadership skills, received the prestigious award in 2022. The McKnight's Women of Distinction awards, presented by McKnight's Long-Term Care News recognize outstanding women who have made significant contributions to the skilled nursing facility profession.

Key Points: 
  • KINSTON, N.C., May 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Gale Boice, Chief Operating Officer of Principle LTC, will be inducted into the Hall of Honor for the prestigious 2023 McKnight's Women of Distinction Award.
  • The McKnight's Women of Distinction awards, presented by McKnight's Long-Term Care News recognize outstanding women who have made significant contributions to the skilled nursing facility profession.
  • "I am deeply honored to be selected for this award and to stand alongside such esteemed women leaders," expressed Gale Boice.
  • The McKnight's Women of Distinction event, where Gale Boice will be officially recognized, will take place on May 22nd in Chicago.