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IMV Announces CEO Transition

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Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical, Health, Oncology, IMV, Maveropepimut-S (DPX-Survivac), IMV, MAVEROPEPIMUT-S (DPX-SURVIVAC), IMV

IMV Inc. (Nasdaq:IMV; TSX:IMV) (IMV or the Company), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company pioneering a novel class of cancer immunotherapies, today announced that Frederic Ors has stepped down as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective immediately.

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  • IMV Inc. (Nasdaq:IMV; TSX:IMV) (IMV or the Company), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company pioneering a novel class of cancer immunotherapies, today announced that Frederic Ors has stepped down as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective immediately.
  • The IMV Board has appointed Andrew Hall, the Companys Chief Business Officer, as Interim CEO.
  • On behalf of the Board and everyone at IMV, I want to thank Fred for his valuable contributions and years of service to IMV, said Andy Sheldon, Chairman of the IMV Board.
  • We appreciate that Andrew has agreed to step into the role of Interim CEO and are confident that this will be a seamless transition as we continue to advance and expand the IMV footprint in oncology.

RightEye Launches Eye Care’s First Automated Sensorimotor Exam for Binocular Vision Testing

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Hardware, Technology, Optical, General Health, Women, Medical Devices, Seniors, Men, Other Technology, Family, Biotechnology, Science, Software, Other Science, Consumer, Health, Medical specialties, Nervous system, Health care, Physical examination, Ophthalmology, Optometry, Eye examination, Sensorimotor, Oculomotor nerve

RightEye LLC, an advanced eye-tracking technology company, has launched the worlds first automated, quantitative sensorimotor exam system.

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  • RightEye LLC, an advanced eye-tracking technology company, has launched the worlds first automated, quantitative sensorimotor exam system.
  • The importance of this test is emphasized by the American Medical Association which lists a quantitative sensorimotor exam as a required element of a comprehensive eye exam.
  • "RightEye Sensorimotor was designed to integrate seamlessly into an eye care providers pre-test and exam lanes, said Keith Smithson, OD, Northern Virginia Doctors of Optometry.
  • By running RightEye Sensorimotor on every patient, eye care doctors are able to elevate their care and identify previously unaddressed binocular vision and oculomotor dysfunction."

Limited Release of New Construction Homes in Martha’s Vineyard Community of Lagoon Ridge Now Available

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Architecture, Residential Building & Real Estate, Vacation, Lodging, Construction & Property, Destinations, Travel, Geography of the United States, Martha's Vineyard, Regions of the United States, Cape Cod, Geography of Massachusetts

Preference will be given to existing Lagoon Ridge owners with respect to all future properties before release for sale to the general public.

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  • Preference will be given to existing Lagoon Ridge owners with respect to all future properties before release for sale to the general public.
  • Since the onset of COVID-19, accessibility to vacation homes in New England coastal communities like Cape Cod and Marthas Vineyard have been limited.
  • Lagoon Ridge is the fourth community from the award-winning pair of Union Studio architects and The CapeBuilt Companies.
  • To learn more about Lagoon Ridge homes, please visit https://www.lagoonridgemv.com/ , contact Alan Schweikert at [email protected] and Marilyn Moses at [email protected] , or call 508-693-4210.

The Conrad N. Hilton Foundation Announces CAMFED, the Campaign for Female Education, as the 2021 Recipient of the Hilton Humanitarian Prize

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Women, Children, Philanthropy, Primary, Secondary, Consumer, Education, Fund Raising, Foundation, American people of German descent, Camfed, Hilton Worldwide, Conrad N. Hilton Foundation, Conrad Hilton, Hilton, Philanthropy, Businesspeople, Organizations, the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation:, CAMFED, THE CONRAD N. HILTON FOUNDATION:, CAMFED

As the worlds largest annual humanitarian award presented to a nonprofit, the Hilton Humanitarian Prize recognizes extraordinary contributions toward alleviating human suffering.

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  • As the worlds largest annual humanitarian award presented to a nonprofit, the Hilton Humanitarian Prize recognizes extraordinary contributions toward alleviating human suffering.
  • To date, the Hilton Foundation has awarded more than $39 million to recipients of the Prize.
  • The Jurys selection of CAMFED as the recipient of the 2021 Hilton Humanitarian Prize speaks first and foremost to its community-led approach and to the power of investing in girls, said Peter Laugharn, president and CEO of the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation.
  • CAMFED has revolutionized how girls education is delivered, tapping into local expertise in a way that is sustainable and scalable.

Delaware Law Expands Health Care Access, Choice

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Health, Articles, Determinants of health, Health equity, Health care quality, Public health, Primary care, Health care

Passage of this legislation bolsters efforts to reduce health care disparities and increase health equity throughout the state.

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  • Passage of this legislation bolsters efforts to reduce health care disparities and increase health equity throughout the state.
  • "As our state contends with a heightened need for health care, this law represents a necessary and positive step toward removing roadblocks that impede equitable access to high-quality health care," saidSharon Baptiste-Brown, MSN, APRN-BC, GNP,AANP Delaware State Representative.
  • "Today, we commend the state legislature and Governor Carney for prioritizing the health of patients and recognizing the vital contributions NPs make to improving health and eliminating disparities in health care delivery.
  • We are encouraged to see other states looking to modernize their laws, eliminate health care disparities and increase health care access and choice for patients by fully engaging the NP workforce."

Hannah Lloyd Honored as CompTIA Member of the Year

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CompTIA, Organizations, Business organizations

Hannah Lloyd, vice president of channel sales at inSOC, is recognized by CompTIA for her outstanding service to and impact on the association and the industry.

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  • Hannah Lloyd, vice president of channel sales at inSOC, is recognized by CompTIA for her outstanding service to and impact on the association and the industry.
  • Lloydalso servesas thevicechair of the CompTIA UK Business Technology Community and actively contributesto the CompTIA Advancing Tech Talent and Diversity Community, the CompTIA Benelux Business Technology Community,and the CompTIA Cybersecurity Community.
  • Lloyd is the sixth technology industry leader to receive the CompTIA Member of the Year award.
  • To read a profile of Lloyd, check out the latest edition of CompTIA World , the association's magazine.

ThinkWhy® Welcomes Global Talent Acquisition Expert Jim D'Amico to Executive Advisory Board

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Articles, Business, Economy, Celanese, Chief operating officer

DALLAS, Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- ThinkWhy , a Dallas-based SaaS company focused on creating a new generation of AI-driven labor market solutions, today announced the addition of globally recognized talent acquisition leader Jim D'Amico to its Executive Advisory Board.

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  • DALLAS, Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- ThinkWhy , a Dallas-based SaaS company focused on creating a new generation of AI-driven labor market solutions, today announced the addition of globally recognized talent acquisition leader Jim D'Amico to its Executive Advisory Board.
  • D'Amico will advise ThinkWhy on industry needs and best practices, including the use of advanced metrics and data analysis to develop and optimize transformational talent acquisition software solutions.
  • D'Amico leads the Global Talent Acquisition practice for Celanese Corporation, a global chemical and specialty materials company based in Irving, Texas and he is a Board Member and Past Board President of The Association of Talent Acquisition Professionals.
  • He joined our Industry Influencer Panel earlier this year, and it quickly became obvious that we needed him on our Executive Advisory Board," said Claudine Zachara, President and COO of ThinkWhy.

Orsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson Adds Family Law Attorney to Frisco Office

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Texas law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization, Jeffries, Frisco, Texas, Family law, Texas

DALLAS, Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Family Law firm Orsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson (ONDA) is pleased to announce the addition of attorney Jacob Cole Jeffries to the Frisco office.

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  • DALLAS, Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Family Law firm Orsinger, Nelson, Downing & Anderson (ONDA) is pleased to announce the addition of attorney Jacob Cole Jeffries to the Frisco office.
  • Mr. Jeffries comes to ONDA with experience in civil and family law matters, including divorce, child custody, child support, property division and appellate disputes.
  • With offices in Dallas, Frisco, Fort Worth and San Antonio, ONDA is one of Texas' largest Family Law firms.
  • Each partner is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, as well as a member of the Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists.

Virtual Wins Double Gold at dotCOMM Awards for Digital Marketing Communications Excellence

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Public Relations, Investor Relations, Marketing, Consulting, Advertising, Communications, Professional Services, Technology, Security, Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy, Creative technology, Professional communication

Virtual, Inc. today announced that it has been honored with two Gold dotCOMM Awards for its digital marketing communications campaigns.

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  • Virtual, Inc. today announced that it has been honored with two Gold dotCOMM Awards for its digital marketing communications campaigns.
  • The international dotCOMM Awards program honors excellence in web creativity and digital communication and is administered and judged by the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals (AMCP).
  • Virtual is a leading provider of professional services to associations, standards organizations, consortia, advocacy groups, and professional societies.
  • The dotCOMM Awards program offers third-party recognition from one of the largest, oldest, and most respected evaluators of creative work in the global marketing and communication industry, the AMCP .

Instacart Announces Consumer Technology Veteran Carolyn Everson is Joining the Company as President

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Instacart, Everson

As President, Everson will oversee Instacart's Retail, Business Development and Advertising businesses, as well as the company's People, Policy & Government Affairs, Legal, Partnerships, Instacart Pickup and Care teams.

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  • As President, Everson will oversee Instacart's Retail, Business Development and Advertising businesses, as well as the company's People, Policy & Government Affairs, Legal, Partnerships, Instacart Pickup and Care teams.
  • Everson will succeed current President Nilam Ganenthiran, who has been appointed to a new senior leadership position - Strategic Advisor to the CEO - also reporting directly to Simo.
  • "I've had the privilege of working with Carolyn for a decade and know just how lucky we are to have her leadership and talent at Instacart.
  • Working with Fidji again is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity as Instacart redefines the connection consumers have to food during a pivotal moment of innovation within our industry," said Carolyn Everson, incoming President of Instacart.