University of Louisiana at Monroe

OutSolve Welcomes New Chief Financial Officer to Enhance Financial Strategy and Drive Growth

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Wednesday, June 28, 2023
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METAIRIE, La., June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- OutSolve, a leading provider of affirmative action consulting services, announced today the appointment of Gregory Rosenstein as the company's new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). With an extensive background in finance, Gregory will play a crucial role in advancing the financial strategy of OutSolve and driving sustainable growth.

Key Points: 
  • OutSolve, a leading provider of affirmative action consulting services, announced today the appointment of Gregory Rosenstein as the company's new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) who will advance the financial strategy and drive sustainable growth for the organization.
  • METAIRIE, La., June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- OutSolve, a leading provider of affirmative action consulting services, announced today the appointment of Gregory Rosenstein as the company's new Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
  • With an extensive background in finance, Gregory will play a crucial role in advancing the financial strategy of OutSolve and driving sustainable growth.
  • Gregory's comprehensive financial expertise and strong leadership will be instrumental in guiding our financial strategy and maximizing our growth potential.

Donald T. "Boysie" Bollinger, Chairman and CEO of Bollinger Enterprises, LLC, to Receive 2023 Horatio Alger Award

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Wednesday, January 18, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans, Inc., a nonprofit educational organization honoring the achievements of outstanding individuals and encouraging youth to pursue their dreams through higher education, today announced that Donald T. "Boysie" Bollinger, Chairman and CEO of Bollinger Enterprises, LLC and retired Chairman and CEO of Bollinger Shipyards, has been selected for membership in this prestigious organization. Mr. Bollinger joins 12 other exceptional business, civic and cultural leaders from across North America in receiving 2023 honors. For 76 years, the Horatio Alger Award has been annually bestowed upon esteemed individuals who have succeeded despite facing adversities, and who have remained committed to education and charitable efforts in their communities. 

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  • Mr. Bollinger joins 12 other exceptional business, civic and cultural leaders from across North America in receiving 2023 honors.
  • Mr. Bollinger rose through the ranks at Bollinger Shipyards, eventually becoming chairman and CEO in 1985.
  • "Each year, it is our utmost honor to present outstanding leaders who have displayed extraordinary perseverance in overcoming challenges with the Horatio Alger Award," said James F. Dicke II, chairman, Horatio Alger Association and 2015 Horatio Alger Award recipient.
  • For more information about Horatio Alger Association and its Member Class of 2023, please visit www.horatioalger.org and follow the organization on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram .

UPSTREAM REHABILITATION GAINS NEW PARTNER IN LOUISIANA'S ACTS OCCUPATIONAL AND PHYSICAL THERAPY

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Thursday, July 14, 2022
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BIRMINGHAM, Ala., July 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Upstream Rehabilitation, the nation's largest dedicated outpatient physical therapy provider, has acquired a new clinic partner based in Lafayette, La.

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  • BIRMINGHAM, Ala., July 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Upstream Rehabilitation, the nation's largest dedicated outpatient physical therapy provider, has acquired a new clinic partner based in Lafayette, La.
  • ACTS Occupational and Physical Therapy operates single clinics in Lafayette, Broussard, Delcambre and Scott.
  • Jason Guidry, who earned a bachelor's degree in occupational therapy from the University of Louisiana at Monroe in 1998, started Acadian Comprehensive Therapy Services, or ACTS, in 2002.
  • Upstream's other acquisition partners this year include Oasis Physical & Sports Rehab in Washington, Rapid Rehabilitation in Virginia and Crescent Physical Therapy in South Carolina.

Small Door Expands its Leadership Team with Key Executive Hires

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Wednesday, April 6, 2022
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NEW YORK, April 6, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Small Door (http://www.smalldoorvet.com), the technology-infused, membership-based veterinary innovator, announced today the addition of Sean Kim, Jason Mazzella, and Taylor Harper to its leadership team. Sean Kim joins Small Door as their Head of Growth, after leading digital marketing at Harry's for more than four years. Jason Mazzella joins as Small Door's Director of Strategy and Operations from Warby Parker, where he held a similar role on their Strategy team. Taylor Harper joins as Small Door's Head of Development after a nearly five year tenure at WeWork where he led Global Technical Design.

Key Points: 
  • Sean Kim joins Small Door as their Head of Growth, after leading digital marketing at Harry's for more than four years.
  • "Small Door has combined innovative technology with best-in-class medicine and member experience to lead the disruption in the veterinary category," said Sean Kim, Head of Growth at Small Door.
  • Sean Kim joins Small Door from Highfive Brands, a collection of e-commerce businesses he co-founded and for which he led marketing efforts.
  • To date, Small Door has cared for more than 5,000 pets across more than 25,000 member interactions.

NEDHSA to Bring Message to Theatre with 'Users/Alky' Stageplay as part of Rise Above Stigma Initiative

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Tuesday, February 1, 2022
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The theatrical production is set for May 20-21, with the performances starting at 7 p.m., at the University of Louisiana Monroe Brown's Theatre.

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  • The theatrical production is set for May 20-21, with the performances starting at 7 p.m., at the University of Louisiana Monroe Brown's Theatre.
  • "We're helping people in our region to understand addiction and mental health issues with this innovative prevention approach.
  • "These events are real and have happened to real people, and we're sharing to make the audience resist these temptations."
  • NEDHSA will soon release a 6-month evaluation report of its Rise Above Stigma initiative that created a foundation for community transformation.

Skye Bioscience Expands Board of Directors with the Appointment of Life Sciences Executive Keith W. Ward, PhD

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Wednesday, December 15, 2021
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SAN DIEGO, CA, Dec. 15, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Skye Bioscience, Inc. (OTCQB: SKYE) ("Skye" or the "Company"), a biopharmaceutical company developing proprietary, synthetic cannabinoid-derived molecules to treat glaucoma and other diseases with significant unmet need, has appointed Keith W. Ward, PhD, to its board of directors and promoted Tu Diep, MSc to Chief Development Officer, effective immediately.  "We are very pleased to welcome Dr. Ward, an industry leader with considerable ophthalmic drug development, translational science, and operational experience, to our board as the Company advances its novel cannabinoid-based therapy into the clinic," said Punit Dhillon, CEO of Skye Bioscience. "We look forward to benefiting from the industry insights and valuable counsel Dr. Ward will bring to the company."

Key Points: 
  • Keith W. Ward, PhD, is a life sciences executive with over 25 years of experience in the biotech and pharmaceutical industry.
  • Dr. Ward currently serves as President and Chief Executive Officer of InterveXion Therapeutics, a private clinical-stage biotech company developing immunotherapies for substance use disorders.
  • Before that, Dr. Ward developed ophthalmic pharmaceuticals and medical devices as Global Vice President of Pharmaceutical R&D for Bausch & Lomb.
  • We are thrilled to increase his responsibilities and welcome him as an executive officer to the team," said Punit Dhillon, Chief Executive Officer of Skye.

Northeast Delta HSA collaborates with ULM's Pi Sigma Epsilon to target underage drinking

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Thursday, June 3, 2021
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MONROE, La., June 3, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Northeast Delta Human Services Authority (NEDHSA), its prevention and wellness department, and the University of Louisiana Monroe's (ULM) Pi Sigma Epsilon collaborated on a marketing campaign to reduce underage drinking among college-age students and younger in Ouachita and Franklin parishes.

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  • MONROE, La., June 3, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Northeast Delta Human Services Authority (NEDHSA), its prevention and wellness department, and the University of Louisiana Monroe's (ULM) Pi Sigma Epsilon collaborated on a marketing campaign to reduce underage drinking among college-age students and younger in Ouachita and Franklin parishes.
  • The campaign stems from the Louisiana Partnerships for Success II (LaPFS II) project that focuses exclusively on addressing underage drinking behaviors, consequences, and risk factors among 9-20-year-olds.
  • "We recognize that building sustainable relationships with students and faculty amplifies the message of alcohol's negative effect," Dr. Sizer said.
  • Helen Davila, ULM senior marketing major and Pi Sigma Epsilon president, said this project taught her the dangers of underage drinking and "how important it is to spread awareness on the issue."

Trox Builds a State-of-the-Art Active Learning Classroom for the University of Louisiana Monroe College of Pharmacy

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Monday, March 8, 2021
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PHOENIX, March 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Trox , a leading provider of education technology and collaboration solutions, today announced that it has designed a first-of-its-kind active learning classroom in partnership with the University of Louisiana Monroe College of Pharmacy .

Key Points: 
  • PHOENIX, March 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Trox , a leading provider of education technology and collaboration solutions, today announced that it has designed a first-of-its-kind active learning classroom in partnership with the University of Louisiana Monroe College of Pharmacy .
  • "The University of Louisiana's first active learning classroom will give students more exposure to real-world experiences.
  • With seats for up to 84 students, the University of Louisiana Monroe College of Pharmacy's active learning classroom is equipped with fully integrated collaboration and audio visual solutions that facilitate a flexible, engaging learning environment.
  • We are honored to partner with the University of Louisiana Monroe College of Pharmacy on this transformational project."

Northeast Delta Human Services Authority Brings Significant Economic Impact to Region

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Friday, September 25, 2020
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MONROE, La., Sept. 25, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A 2020 study by the University of Louisiana Monroe revealed that Northeast Delta Human Services Authority (NEDHSA) has an economic contribution totaling over $21.2 million for a single-year and could contribute over $191.9 million in 10 years to Northeast Louisiana.

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  • MONROE, La., Sept. 25, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A 2020 study by the University of Louisiana Monroe revealed that Northeast Delta Human Services Authority (NEDHSA) has an economic contribution totaling over $21.2 million for a single-year and could contribute over $191.9 million in 10 years to Northeast Louisiana.
  • This study estimated that there would be a highly significant reduction in the level of economic activity in Northeast Louisiana in the absence of NEDHSA.
  • "The tangible economic value we bring to our region is significant, and we are proud to be part of this region's economic engine," said Dr. Monteic A. Sizer, the executive director of NEDHSA.
  • "Our agency is a difference-maker both in the huge economic impact we make, but also in the people's lives we touch."

Northeast Delta Human Services Authority Partners with University of Louisiana Monroe to Address Underage Drinking

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Monday, July 20, 2020
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MONROE, La., July 20, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Continuing an agreement to educate and bring awareness to issues impacting our communities, Northeast Delta Human Services Authority (NEDHSA) and the University of Louisiana Monroe (ULM) are addressing underage drinking, focusing on college campuses.

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  • MONROE, La., July 20, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Continuing an agreement to educate and bring awareness to issues impacting our communities, Northeast Delta Human Services Authority (NEDHSA) and the University of Louisiana Monroe (ULM) are addressing underage drinking, focusing on college campuses.
  • This social media series, guided by NEDHSA, will emphasize the negative effects of alcohol on young adults.
  • "Proactively responding to what is occurring in our region is how we build a unified Northeast Louisiana, where individuals are thriving and reaching their full human potential."
  • Northeast Delta and ULM will continue to collaborate in efforts to enhance the Northeast Louisiana community.