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EQS-News: BB Biotech AG: End of year biotech equity market rally – M&A and end of rate hike cycle

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

Media release as at January 19, 2024

Key Points: 
  • Media release as at January 19, 2024
    Portfolio of BB Biotech AG as at December 31, 2023
    In 2023, global equity performed better than anticipated by many.
  • Consequently, BB Biotech ended the year with a net loss of CHF 207 mn.
  • This represents a 5% return based on the volume-weighted average closing price of BB Biotech shares in December 2023.
  • The US central bank held rates steady in the fall, lifting market sentiment in the last two months of 2023.

Honda Launches 'Drive the Legacy' Initiative to Advance its Long-term Commitment to HBCUs

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Thursday, January 25, 2024

TORRANCE, Calif., Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Honda has launched a new, multifaceted initiative called "Drive the Legacy" to advance the company's longstanding commitment to Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and attract top talent to Honda careers.

Key Points: 
  • TORRANCE, Calif., Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Honda has launched a new, multifaceted initiative called "Drive the Legacy" to advance the company's longstanding commitment to Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and attract top talent to Honda careers.
  • This unique four-day experience provided TMCF scholars with educational and career development opportunities, as well as an immersion into Honda operations and culture.
  • "While the FASTRAC Program is just one example, it highlights the broader impact of Honda's commitment to HBCUs.
  • To advance its leading investment in HBCUs, Honda is a member of the HBCU Partnership Challenge, a Congressional Bipartisan HBCU Caucus initiative that brings together government, industry and HBCUs to create strategic, more sustainable HBCU partnerships.

Wounded Warrior Project Announces New Board Leadership and Directors

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Monday, September 18, 2023

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) elected new members and leadership to its all-volunteer board of directors.

Key Points: 
  • JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) elected new members and leadership to its all-volunteer board of directors.
  • Lindsey Streeter, senior vice president of veteran and military affairs program lead for Bank of America, were elected to the board.
  • Incoming directors Groberg, Stalker, and Streeter add over 69 years of combined military service to WWP's board.
  • "This year marks 20 years of service for Wounded Warrior Project.

Honda Issues Second Annual Inclusion & Diversity Report Illustrating Company's Commitment to Ongoing Progress

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023

The report includes company goals through 2030 and progress to date, as well as key sentiments from Honda leadership.

Key Points: 
  • The report includes company goals through 2030 and progress to date, as well as key sentiments from Honda leadership.
  • This is the first report released since the inaugural report was shared in May of 2022.
  • "Honda will remain vigilant and continue to take deliberate action to advance inclusion and diversity within our company and in society.
  • Honda is committed to advancing inclusion, diversity, and equity within the company and in communities across America.

University of Phoenix Announces Winners of Enlisted Association of the National Guard of the United States 2023 Future Phoenix Scholarship

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Friday, June 9, 2023

The University of Phoenix and The Enlisted Association of the National Guard of the United States (EANGUS) are proud to announce the 2023 winners of full-tuition scholarships for a bachelor’s degree or master’s degree program for current enlisted National Guard servicemembers and their immediate family members.

Key Points: 
  • The University of Phoenix and The Enlisted Association of the National Guard of the United States (EANGUS) are proud to announce the 2023 winners of full-tuition scholarships for a bachelor’s degree or master’s degree program for current enlisted National Guard servicemembers and their immediate family members.
  • This year’s scholarship winners are Derrick Dimitris, MSgt in the New York Air National Guard; Andrew Hunsicker, SMSgt in the South Carolina Air National Guard; and Jennifer West, RN, whose husband serves in the New Mexico National Guard.
  • “It is an honor and privilege to work with our veteran students and their families.
  • “With the support of the University of Phoenix, EANGUS will continue developing and enhancing professionals so that our leadership factory always remains open and never closes.

Kelchner Food Products Kicks off National Barbecue Month with New Smoky Maple Chipotle Marinade Flavor

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Tuesday, May 9, 2023

In celebration of National Barbecue Month, Kelchner Food Products , a portfolio brand of Huntsinger Farms, Inc.- the world’s largest grower and processor of horseradish - today released its new, ready-made Smoky Maple Chipotle marinade and sauce.

Key Points: 
  • In celebration of National Barbecue Month, Kelchner Food Products , a portfolio brand of Huntsinger Farms, Inc.- the world’s largest grower and processor of horseradish - today released its new, ready-made Smoky Maple Chipotle marinade and sauce.
  • Created to satisfy consumers’ growing demand for unique ‘swicy’ (sweet and spicy) flavors, Kelchner’s newest release captures the balance of heat and sweetness with a distinctive smoky flavor.
  • The marinade is now available to ship nationwide and can be found in grocery stores throughout the Northeast.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230509005359/en/
    Kelchner Food Products releases new, ready-made Smoky Maple Chipotle marinade and sauce (Photo: Business Wire)
    Consumer data from Mintel shows spicy flavors are enjoyed by three-quarters of consumers, with 2 in 3 Americans particularly interested in sweet and spicy flavors.

Five Recipients Awarded Funding, Shared Resources to Accelerate Research Capacity at HBCUs, TCUs

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Thursday, April 13, 2023

WASHINGTON, April 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Minority Serving - Cyberinfrastructure Consortium (MS-CC) and Internet2 today announced the selection of recipients for the first phase of their proof-of-concept grant program that is funded as a component of the National Science Foundation (NSF) grant #2234326.

Key Points: 
  • Cyberinfrastructure refers to the information technology tools and resources needed to support today's computing and data-intensive curricula and research activities at college campuses.
  • This initial set of grants represent a cross-section of cyberinfrastructure and workforce development priorities, planning, and improvements.
  • Awardees will receive a combination of funding and expert consulting toward campus-sustainable cyberinfrastructure development that is matched to each institution's research and education priorities.
  • The MS-CC is organizing parallel streams of engagement with all proof-of-concept grant recipients that are responsive to each recipient's proposed goals and activities.

Mackenan Property Group Welcomes Matt Hunsucker as Principal and EVP of Investments

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Thursday, March 2, 2023

CARY, N.C., March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mackenan Property Group, a leading real estate developer in the Research Triangle region of North Carolina, is pleased to announce that Matt Hunsucker has joined the company as Principal and EVP of Investments.

Key Points: 
  • CARY, N.C., March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mackenan Property Group, a leading real estate developer in the Research Triangle region of North Carolina, is pleased to announce that Matt Hunsucker has joined the company as Principal and EVP of Investments.
  • "Matt is a strong addition to the Mackenan team," according to Kyle Greer, President of Mackenan Property Group.
  • "Mackenan Property Group is a reputable and dynamic company focused on improving the Triangle," said Hunsucker.
  • Community building and development of quality residential, industrial, and mixed-use assets is the hallmark of Mackenan Property Group.

Southern States Bancshares, Inc. Announces Appointment of Three Directors, Deepening Board Experience in High-Growth Atlanta Region

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Wednesday, February 22, 2023

Each new director also joined the Board of Southern States Bank.

Key Points: 
  • Each new director also joined the Board of Southern States Bank.
  • Jonathan Hinton, Christine Hunsaker and Andy Cummings collectively bring decades of business, finance and real estate experience to the Southern States Board of Directors, adding leadership depth as the Bank gains scale and deepens its presence across key Southern markets.
  • Importantly, all three are based in the Atlanta metropolitan area, a key growth market for Southern States over the past two years and one expected to play an important role in the Bank’s future expansion efforts.
  • Cummings has been a commercial real estate investor for more than 20 years in the Atlanta area.

Julius Baer Group Ltd. nominates Juerg Hunziker for election to the Board of Directors

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Thursday, February 2, 2023

Zurich, 2 February 2023 – The Board of Directors of Julius Baer Group Ltd. will propose Juerg Hunziker for election as new member of the Board of Directors at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) to be held on 13 April 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Zurich, 2 February 2023 – The Board of Directors of Julius Baer Group Ltd. will propose Juerg Hunziker for election as new member of the Board of Directors at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) to be held on 13 April 2023.
  • All other current members of the Board of Directors, which will newly consist of nine members, will stand for re-election at the upcoming AGM.
  • Romeo Lacher, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Julius Baer, said: “I would like to thank Heinrich and Ivo on behalf of the entire Board for their most valuable contributions and collaboration.
  • Romeo Lacher said: “I am delighted that Juerg, a highly respected professional in the industry, has been nominated to our Board of Directors.