Perseverance

Afghan Women’s Rights Leader, Shabana Basij-Rasikh, to Deliver Roger Williams University Commencement Address

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024

During her visit to Roger Williams University in 2021, Basij-Rasikh spoke about women’s rights and access to girls’ education in Afghanistan.

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During her visit to Roger Williams University in 2021, Basij-Rasikh spoke about women’s rights and access to girls’ education in Afghanistan.
COMMENCEMENT DATE: The university-wide Commencement celebration for undergraduate, graduate and law students of the Class of 2024 will be held on Friday, May 17.
LIVESTREAM: RWU will provide a livestream enabled for broadcast and radio recording of the main university ceremony.
PHOTO CAPTION: Shabana Basij-Rasikh, founder of the School of Leadership Afghanistan (SOLA), will deliver the keynote speech and receive an honorary degree at the RWU Commencement ceremony on Friday, May 17.

CSI Customer Conference Returns With Keynote Speaker Tim Tebow

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

CSI , a leading provider of end-to-end financial software and technology, will hold its 2024 customer conference, titled CX24: Authentic Roots, Ambitious Pursuits, from April 14 to April 17 in San Antonio.

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CSI , a leading provider of end-to-end financial software and technology, will hold its 2024 customer conference, titled CX24: Authentic Roots, Ambitious Pursuits, from April 14 to April 17 in San Antonio.
David Culbertson, CSI’s president and CEO, will open the conference with his keynote speech, featuring the latest news from CSI, his vision for the company’s future and insight into today’s community banking industry.
“The integrity and authenticity of customer relationships are the heart of community banking—and the key to creating lifelong account holders.
For more information on the customer-only conference, including a list of breakout sessions, visit the CX24 website .

Carrar Raises $5.3 Million to Deliver Commercial Battery Modules for Electric Vehicles that Triple Battery Lifetime

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

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Carrar , a provider of battery modules and thermal management systems for electric vehicles (EVs), today announced the closing of its $5.3 million Series A funding round to deliver commercial automotive-grade battery modules for electric vehicles with novel internal thermal management based on two-phase immersion technology.

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Carrar , a provider of battery modules and thermal management systems for electric vehicles (EVs), today announced the closing of its $5.3 million Series A funding round to deliver commercial automotive-grade battery modules for electric vehicles with novel internal thermal management based on two-phase immersion technology.
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240409037388/en/
Carrar commercial electric vehicle battery module (Photo: Carrar)
The round included new investors Salida B.V., OurCrowd, and NextGear, and current investors Gentherm, Next Leap Ventures, Dive Digital, and others.
Carrar is transforming e-mobility with battery modules and thermal management systems that dissipate twice the amount of heat of existing solutions, increasing battery lifespan three-fold.
Carrar also improves EV safety by preventing the temperature spirals caused by battery exothermic processes, which lead to thermal runaway and battery fire.

Brass Knuckles: A Legacy Reborn - Exciting Relaunch in New York Cannabis Market in Partnership with Lucid Green

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

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With a legacy spanning almost a decade, Brass Knuckles has solidified its position as a pioneer and innovator, embodying strength, resilience, and progress.

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With a legacy spanning almost a decade, Brass Knuckles has solidified its position as a pioneer and innovator, embodying strength, resilience, and progress.
"At Brass Knuckles, we don't just sell cannabis products; we empower a community.
In an exciting development, Brass Knuckles partners with Lucid Green, the SPI (Smart Product Identifier) platform, to deliver consumer trust, transparency and safety in the cannabis industry.
What Sets Brass Knuckles Apart:
Legacy Brand: With a legacy spanning nearly a decade, Brass Knuckles has established itself as a pioneer and innovator in the cannabis industry.

Newly-Published Children’s Book Shows The Beauty in Never Giving Up, Especially On Those You Love

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

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is an engaging and beautifully-illustrated picture book about the life and adventures of a stubborn, feral cat.

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is an engaging and beautifully-illustrated picture book about the life and adventures of a stubborn, feral cat.
Inspired by a real feline the author knew as a child, Where’s Butterball follows the story of a family who become the unwitting guardians of a fledgling kitten.
When a momma cat abandons her kittens under a family’s house, the family’s mother finds out that only one baby survives.
Butterball has grown up to be a stubborn but lovable scamp who struts to the beat of his own drum.

The Cannabis Place Opens Licensed Dispensary in Middle Village, Queens, NYC

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Friday, March 15, 2024

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NEW YORK, March 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via IBN -- The Cannabis Place announces today the grand opening of its New York City flagship licensed dispensary.

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NEW YORK, March 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via IBN -- The Cannabis Place announces today the grand opening of its New York City flagship licensed dispensary.
Osbert Orduña, The Cannabis Place founder and CEO, said: “We picked this weekend to open because it’s symbolic in many ways.
Nearly two dozen local residents learned the basics of working in a cannabis retail environment from The Cannabis Place Dispensary experts.
The Cannabis Place Dispensary does that and is living proof that workforce investment equals immediate positive community impact.

Uplifting Memoir UNPREDICTABLE Chronicles Abuse Recovery, Courage Through Faith

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Thursday, March 14, 2024

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Two battles with cancer, surviving eighty-nine surgeries, and processing a childhood filled with every kind of abuse, she has built a successful and deeply fulfilling life.

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Two battles with cancer, surviving eighty-nine surgeries, and processing a childhood filled with every kind of abuse, she has built a successful and deeply fulfilling life.
Her true story is recounted in her memoir, Unpredictable: The walk in and out of darkness, a brand new title launched this fall by Palmetto Publishing.
The book was written to reach those who have faced chronic illness, other serious health conditions, domestic violence, and childhood trauma.
More than anything, she believes she was able to heal as a result of her faith.

WEX Hosts Tennis Legend Venus Williams at SPARK 2024

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

WEX Inc. (NYSE: WEX), the global commerce platform that simplifies the business of running a business, will welcome tennis champion Venus Williams, one of the most inspiring figures in the history of sports and an accomplished businessperson at WEX SPARK 2024 , taking place in Orlando on April 8-10.

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WEX Inc. (NYSE: WEX), the global commerce platform that simplifies the business of running a business, will welcome tennis champion Venus Williams, one of the most inspiring figures in the history of sports and an accomplished businessperson at WEX SPARK 2024 , taking place in Orlando on April 8-10.
“Venus Williams’ journey of success – a mix of grit, resilience, innovation, and perseverance – promises to invigorate SPARK attendees.
“We look forward to welcoming Venus Williams and our WEX community to learn, network, celebrate, and share more about how our flexible technology solutions, services, and resources can simplify the business of running a business.”
WEX SPARK 2024 will be held at Hyatt Regency Orlando.
WEX SPARK 2024 is sponsored by several strategic partners, including Mastercard, Visa, and Coherent Solutions.

Jay L. Schottenstein to Be Inducted into World Retail Hall of Fame

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

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Jay L. Schottenstein, Executive Chairman of the Board, CEO of American Eagle Outfitters, Inc., will be inducted later this month into the World Retail Hall of Fame, which celebrates the achievements of leaders who have contributed significantly to the industry’s greatest companies and brands.

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Jay L. Schottenstein, Executive Chairman of the Board, CEO of American Eagle Outfitters, Inc., will be inducted later this month into the World Retail Hall of Fame, which celebrates the achievements of leaders who have contributed significantly to the industry’s greatest companies and brands.
The Hall of Fame is an integral part of World Retail Congress’s annual program and Schottenstein is being inducted this year alongside two other retail visionaries, Jean-Paul Agon, Chairman of L’Oréal, and Supaluck Umpujh, Chairwoman of The Mall Group.
The inductees will accept the accolade at the exclusive World Retail Congress Hall of Fame ceremony on April 15, 2024, in Paris, joining 51 other Hall of Fame members.
“My induction into the World Retail Hall of Fame is an acknowledgement of my family’s lasting impact on – and deep love for – this industry.

Oatey Co. Continues to Grow ‘The Fix’ Podcast and Initiative in 2024, Furthering Efforts to Support the Skilled Trades

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024

More than two years since the launch of its industry-leading podcast “ The Fix ,” Oatey Co. is continuing to advance the conversation around the skilled trades through an exciting line-up of podcast guests in 2024.

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More than two years since the launch of its industry-leading podcast “ The Fix ,” Oatey Co. is continuing to advance the conversation around the skilled trades through an exciting line-up of podcast guests in 2024.
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240319967521/en/
More than two years since the launch of its industry-leading podcast “The Fix,” Oatey Co. is continuing to advance the conversation around the skilled trades through an exciting line-up of podcast guests in 2024.
(Photo: Oatey)
Already this year, “The Fix” co-hosts Katherine Lehtinen and Doug Buchan have been joined in conversation by several compelling guests.
Raising the bar for dynamic and community-oriented podcasting, Oatey also hosted its first live podcast show in January at the WWETT trade show in Indianapolis.