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EQS-News: Heidelberg Pharma announces financial figures and reports on successful business performance in 2023

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024

Minority interest in Emergence sold: In summer 2023, Heidelberg Pharma sold its minority interest in Emergence Therapeutics AG, Duisburg, Germany, (Emergence).

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  • Minority interest in Emergence sold: In summer 2023, Heidelberg Pharma sold its minority interest in Emergence Therapeutics AG, Duisburg, Germany, (Emergence).
  • As a result, Heidelberg Pharma lost sales revenue in the low single-digit millions for the 2023 financial year.
  • In April 2023, Heidelberg Pharma signed a termination agreement with Magenta under which all licensed ATAC rights and some Magenta patents were assumed by Heidelberg Pharma.
  • The Heidelberg Pharma Group includes two entities, Heidelberg Pharma AG and Heidelberg Pharma Research GmbH.

SIAM Announces Class of 2024 Fellows

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Thursday, March 28, 2024

Philadelphia, PA, March 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics (SIAM) is pleased to announce the 2024 Class of SIAM Fellows.

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  • Philadelphia, PA, March 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics (SIAM) is pleased to announce the 2024 Class of SIAM Fellows.
  • Through their various contributions, SIAM Fellows form a crucial group of individuals helping to advance the fields of applied mathematics, computational science, and data science.
  • Hans De Sterck, University of Waterloo, is being recognized for contributions to scientific computing methods including multilevel and nonlinear solvers, and for exemplary scientific leadership and service to SIAM.
  • Fred S. Roberts, Rutgers University, is being recognized for distinguished research in discrete mathematics, leadership of major research centers, and service to SIAM.

Minerals Technologies Announces Election of Kristina M. Johnson to Board of Directors

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

NEW YORK, March 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Minerals Technologies Inc. (NYSE: MTX) (“MTI” or “the Company”) today announced that Kristina M. Johnson has been elected to its Board of Directors.

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  • NEW YORK, March 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Minerals Technologies Inc. (NYSE: MTX) (“MTI” or “the Company”) today announced that Kristina M. Johnson has been elected to its Board of Directors.
  • “We are excited to welcome Kristina Johnson to our Board,” said Douglas T. Dietrich, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.
  • She currently serves on the boards of DuPont and Cisco Systems, Inc., and previously served on the Minerals Technologies Inc. Board from 2000 to 2009.
  • Dr. Johnson will begin her service on the MTI Board of Directors on May 13, 2024.

ALTIVIA Appoints Scott Barnum as Director of Manufacturing and Dean Hale as Corporate Engineering Manager

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Monday, April 8, 2024

HOUSTON, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ALTIVIA today announced that it has named Scott Barnum as Director of Manufacturing and Dean Hale as Corporate Engineering Manager.

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  • HOUSTON, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ALTIVIA today announced that it has named Scott Barnum as Director of Manufacturing and Dean Hale as Corporate Engineering Manager.
  • Mr. Barnum will oversee the process management, quality, and operations of ALTIVIA's Specialty and Oxide Chemicals' units.
  • Mr. Hale will lead the development and management of ALTIVIA's Corporate Engineering Department.
  • "We look forward to welcoming both Scott and Dean as ALTIVIA furthers its investment in growth, sustainability, and world-class operating performance," said Michael Jusbasche, ALTIVIA's Chief Executive Officer.

Risk Strategies Appoints Josh Conklin to National Employee Benefits Growth Leader

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Thursday, March 21, 2024

BOSTON, March 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Risk Strategies , a leading national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, today announced that it has appointed Josh Conklin as National Employee Benefits Growth Leader and Senior Managing Director.

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  • BOSTON, March 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Risk Strategies , a leading national specialty insurance brokerage and risk management firm, today announced that it has appointed Josh Conklin as National Employee Benefits Growth Leader and Senior Managing Director.
  • Conklin joined Risk Strategies in 2019 through the acquisition of National Insurance Consulting Group (NICG), LLC, an employee benefits and human capital consulting firm.
  • After joining Risk Strategies, Conklin was tapped in 2022 to be Employee Benefits Atlantic Regional Growth Leader, where he was responsible for employee benefits sales, recruiting top talent, and revenue growth.
  • “Josh is a highly experienced benefits expert, as well as a talented leader,” said John Greenbaum, National Employee Benefits Practice Leader, Risk Strategies.

Christa Carone to Join LPL Financial as Chief Marketing and Communication Officer

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Monday, March 18, 2024

SAN DIEGO, March 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LPL Financial LLC today announced Christa Carone has joined the firm as Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing and Communication Officer.

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  • SAN DIEGO, March 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LPL Financial LLC today announced Christa Carone has joined the firm as Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing and Communication Officer.
  • Carone leads the firm’s Client and Prospect Marketing, Corporate Communication, Digital & Content Operations, and Brand teams.
  • Carone’s decades of marketing, communication and operational experience within financial services, digital media and advertising technology will help fast-track the evolution of LPL’s brand and go-to-market strategy.
  • Earlier in her career, Carone led communication and brand marketing at Fidelity and held chief marketing and operating officer roles for various media, advertising technology and marketing firms.

Duo of Accomplished Advisors Break from Merrill to Create Independent Wealth Planning and Advisory Firm in North Carolina – Vincita Investment Partners

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Vincita Investment Partners is proud to announce its launch as an independent investment advisory firm.

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  • Vincita Investment Partners is proud to announce its launch as an independent investment advisory firm.
  • Based in Greensboro, North Carolina, Vincita is dedicated to providing customized financial planning, an extensive investment platform, and personalized service to assist clients in navigating the intricacies of their finances.
  • Prior to starting Vincita, JJ and Lauren worked together at Merrill and have 15 and 10 years of industry experience, respectively.
  • JJ holds several designations, including Certified Private Wealth Advisor®, Certified Exit Planning Advisor and Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™.

Michigan State University Launches Groundbreaking BIM-Ready Complete Program in Partnership with TechnoStruct Academy

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

To address the ever-widening gap between academia and the reality of construction practices, Michigan State University (MSU) is partnering with TechnoStruct LLC, the leading institute for BIM implementation in the US.

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  • To address the ever-widening gap between academia and the reality of construction practices, Michigan State University (MSU) is partnering with TechnoStruct LLC, the leading institute for BIM implementation in the US.
  • To boost its global presence, TechnoStruct Academy (TSA), the educational arm of TechnoStruct LLC, has joined as the educational partner in this collaborative effort.
  • "We are thrilled to partner with Michigan State University in launching the BIM-Ready Complete program, representing a significant milestone in our mission to provide comprehensive BIM training and empower professionals to excel in the AEC industry," says Aniruddha Roy, TechnoStruct Academy.
  • "At TechnoStruct Academy, our BIM-Ready Complete program is a hands-on, practical training that sets you up for success in the fast-paced world of Building Information Modeling.

Alliant Insurance Services Adds April Files to the Houston Team

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024

Alliant Insurance Services announces the addition of April Files within the company’s Alliant Americas division, serving as Senior Vice President.

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  • Alliant Insurance Services announces the addition of April Files within the company’s Alliant Americas division, serving as Senior Vice President.
  • Based in Houston, Texas, Files will service a wide range of industries in the Southwest region and nationally.
  • Files comes to Alliant with more than 24 years of experience as an industry generalist, distinguished by her innovative strategies in addressing complex challenges.
  • “Her deep understanding of both the Houston market and broader regional and national landscapes will be instrumental in advancing our mission.”
    Prior to joining Alliant, Files’ industry tenure includes a role as senior director of commercial lines at a leading national insurance firm.

Sila Realty Trust, Inc. Announces the Appointment of Executive Vice President and Chief Investment Officer to Join Senior Leadership Team

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

Mr. Flouhouse will report to Michael A. Seton, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Company, and will oversee the acquisition, investment management, property management and research and credit divisions of the Company.

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  • Mr. Flouhouse will report to Michael A. Seton, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Company, and will oversee the acquisition, investment management, property management and research and credit divisions of the Company.
  • Mr. Seton stated, “I am excited to welcome Chris, whom we have worked closely with over the past several years, to our senior leadership team, where he will join Kay Neely, our Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, in the daily oversight and management of the Company’s business activities.
  • Chris’s extensive experience with corporate finance, strategic transactions, and REITs, will bring key skills and attributes to our investment management platform.
  • Mr. Flouhouse graduated from North Carolina State University in 1998 with a Bachelor of Science in Business Management with a concentration in Finance.