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Millicom (Tigo) Board of Directors Appoints Marcelo Benitez as CEO

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Thursday, April 25, 2024
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Luxembourg, April 25, 2024 – Millicom announced today that its Board of Directors has appointed Marcelo Benitez as CEO of Millicom, effective June 1, 2024.

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  • Luxembourg, April 25, 2024 – Millicom announced today that its Board of Directors has appointed Marcelo Benitez as CEO of Millicom, effective June 1, 2024.
  • "After an extensive evaluation, it is clear to our Board that Marcelo is the right person to lead Millicom into the future”, indicated Mauricio Ramos, Chair of the Board of Directors of the Company.
  • Also subject to shareholder approval at the AGM, Maxime Lombardini will join the Board of Directors of Millicom.
  • “We are excited that Maxime will bring his extensive experience and track record in leading telecom businesses to the Millicom Board.

The Inner Circle Acknowledges, Deffo Mebrat acknowledged as an Inner Circle Platinum Lifetime

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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MILWAUKIE, Ore., Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Deffo Mebrat is acknowledged as an Inner Circle Platinum Lifetime for his contributions to Healthcare Administration.

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  • MILWAUKIE, Ore., Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Deffo Mebrat is acknowledged as an Inner Circle Platinum Lifetime for his contributions to Healthcare Administration.
  • Deffo Mebrat, a seasoned professional with 28 years of experience in the healthcare industry, has spent the last 7 years excelling in leadership roles.
  • His expertise in healthcare administration has positioned him as a respected figure in the field, primarily within the in-home healthcare sector.
  • With a Master's degree in Healthcare Administration from Pacific University, obtained in 2012, Mr. Mebrat brings a wealth of knowledge and insight to his leadership role.

Zenni® Optical Announces 2023 Eye Care Access Scholarship Winners

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Thursday, January 11, 2024
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NOVATO, Calif., Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Zenni Optical, the world's leading online eyewear retailer, has awarded five optometry students with its 2023 Eye Care Access Scholarship. The scholarship program advances Zenni's commitment to helping the world live better and see better by supporting the growth of the optometry profession in the U.S.

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  • NOVATO, Calif., Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Zenni Optical , the world's leading online eyewear retailer, has awarded five optometry students with its 2023 Eye Care Access Scholarship.
  • Now in its second year, the Zenni Eye Care Access Scholarship recognizes incoming students who want to provide eye care to communities in need everywhere.
  • Students awarded the Zenni Eye Care Access Scholarship for the academic year 2023/2024 are those currently enrolled in U.S. Optometry Schools.
  • For more information on the Zenni Eye Care Access Scholarship and general Zenni information, please visit zenni.com/impact.

Ellucian Foundation Announces 2023 PATH Scholarship Program

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Thursday, March 30, 2023
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RESTON, Va., March 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Ellucian Foundation, established in 2020 by the leading higher education technology solutions provider Ellucian, today announced that the 2023 Progress, Accomplishment, Thriving, Hope (PATH) Scholarship Program will accept applications March 27th – May 12th for U.S. institutions and March 27th – May 26th for eligible institutions outside of the U.S. Now in its fourth year, the PATH Scholarship provides grants to higher education institutions globally to support students facing economic hardship and educational disruptions. For 2023, the PATH Scholarship Program will focus on providing grants to 2-year public colleges in the U.S. and eligible higher education institutions in Australia, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Ireland, Lebanon, Mexico, and the United Kingdom. 

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  • Scholarship program pledges $500,000 to support higher education students in financial distress globally, with focus on 2-year public colleges in U.S.
    RESTON, Va., March 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Ellucian Foundation, established in 2020 by the leading higher education technology solutions provider Ellucian , today announced that the 2023 Progress, Accomplishment, Thriving, Hope (PATH) Scholarship Program will accept applications March 27th – May 12th for U.S. institutions and March 27th – May 26th for eligible institutions outside of the U.S. Now in its fourth year, the PATH Scholarship provides grants to higher education institutions globally to support students facing economic hardship and educational disruptions.
  • "We are proud to support students through The Ellucian Foundation's PATH Scholarship program, helping those facing financial hardship stay in school and complete their program of study."
  • "Receiving the Ellucian PATH Scholarship means that I will be able to prioritize and focus on my education rather than worrying about how to finance it."
  • In 2020, Ellucian partnered with the Business-Higher Education Forum and pledged an initial $1 million to create the PATH Scholarship.

Summit Bank Announces New Office in Westside of Portland

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Wednesday, February 1, 2023
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Craig Wanichek, President and Chief Executive Officer of Summit Bank (OTC PINK: SBKO), announced today that the Oregon-based business bank is growing its presence in the Portland market and expanding into Washington County.

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  • Craig Wanichek, President and Chief Executive Officer of Summit Bank (OTC PINK: SBKO), announced today that the Oregon-based business bank is growing its presence in the Portland market and expanding into Washington County.
  • The office will be led by veteran community banker Greg Oakes, who started with Summit Bank on January 23.
  • The office is located at 1915 NE Stucki Ave, Hillsboro, OR, Suite #155.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230201005873/en/
    Greg Oakes will join the bank as Senior Vice President and Team Leader.

Bona Fide Masks Corp., Exclusive U.S. Distributor for the Powecom® KN95 Line, Continues to Expand Product Offerings and Services

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Friday, October 14, 2022
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Additionally, Bona Fide Masks selected ShipBob as their international Canadian 3PL partner, optimizing international deliveries while eliminating custom fees.

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  • Additionally, Bona Fide Masks selected ShipBob as their international Canadian 3PL partner, optimizing international deliveries while eliminating custom fees.
  • By leveraging these fulfillment centers, Bona Fide Masks can maintain competitive shipping services that align with the thriving e-commerce marketplace.
  • To date, Bona Fide Masks is the exclusive distributor for Powecom KN95 products in the U.
  • As Bona Fide Masks leads into the fall season, the company continues its impact initiatives donating 1 million KN95 masks to organizations in need .

Winningest team in college football history clinches 66th straight winning season

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Sunday, October 16, 2022
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With a 42-21 win over Pacific University(Ore.) on Saturday, the Linfield Wildcats moved to 5-0 (3-0 conference) on the season and guaranteed themselves a66th consecutive winning season.

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  • With a 42-21 win over Pacific University(Ore.) on Saturday, the Linfield Wildcats moved to 5-0 (3-0 conference) on the season and guaranteed themselves a66th consecutive winning season.
  • Beginning in 1956, "The Streak" is the longest run of consecutive winning season in the history of college football in any division or at any level.
  • The second-longest winning streak is held by the University of Mount Union (Ohio), at 42 years.
  • The credit goes to the men in the arena, and this year's team is, indeed, to quote Theodore Roosevelt, daring greatly."

Keller Rohrback Is Pleased to Announce That Portland-area Air Quality Researchers Will Be Acquiring Air Pollution Monitoring Equipment as the Result of a Recent Class Action Settlement

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Thursday, June 23, 2022
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is pleased to announce that a consortium of Portland-area air quality researchers will soon be acquiring $559,000 worth of air pollution monitoring equipment as the result of a recent class action settlement.

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  • is pleased to announce that a consortium of Portland-area air quality researchers will soon be acquiring $559,000 worth of air pollution monitoring equipment as the result of a recent class action settlement.
  • The equipment was previously used for a two-year air monitoring program required as part of a legal settlement with Bullseye Glass Co.
  • The 2019 settlement resulted from a class action lawsuit, brought on behalf of Southeast Portland residents by the law firms of Keller Rohrback L.L.P.
  • Karl G. Anuta , another of the attorneys involved, commented: More data and more transparency about Portland air quality is needed.

Liteye Systems Strengthens its Advisory Board with the Appointment of Directed Energy Expert Dr. Craig A Robin

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Wednesday, May 18, 2022
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Centennial Colorado, May 18, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Centennial Colorado (May 18, 2022)- Liteye Systems, Inc. is honored to welcome Dr. Craig A Robin to their Board of Advisors.

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  • Centennial Colorado, May 18, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Centennial Colorado (May 18, 2022)- Liteye Systems, Inc. is honored to welcome Dr. Craig A Robin to their Board of Advisors.
  • Today I am extremely excited he has agreed to join our board of advisors to start collaborating on how Liteye can better address these global security threats.
  • Dr. Robin most recently served as the Director of Directed Energy Project Office within the Army Rapid Capabilities and Critical Technologies Office (RCCTO).
  • He has been instrumental in advanced development within the US Army programs of directed energy military systems and equipment.

Sameday Health Welcomes Shilena Battan as Chief People Officer

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Tuesday, February 15, 2022
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LOS ANGELES, Feb. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SamedayHealth , the nationwide healthcare provider that specializes in personalized medical treatments and COVID-19 services, today announced that it has named Shilena Battan as Chief People Officer.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Feb. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- SamedayHealth , the nationwide healthcare provider that specializes in personalized medical treatments and COVID-19 services, today announced that it has named Shilena Battan as Chief People Officer.
  • As CPO, Battan will be responsible for the company's strategy to attract, develop, and retain extraordinary talent with a focus on building a thriving Sameday Health team and culture.
  • As a woman of color, Battan is passionate about bringing diversity, equity, and inclusion into the workplace.
  • "As a hyper-growth healthcare company, we've always believed our work at Sameday Health must be guided by a deep commitment to people, our clients, and our employees," said Sameday Health CEO Felix Huettenbach.