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City & State Magazine Names The TASC Group #44 on New York's Political PR Power 75 List

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024
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NEW YORK, Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The TASC Group, an independent, nonprofit communications and public relations firm, was recognized as one of New York State's most notable public relations agencies by City & State Magazine. The Political PR Power 75 is an annual list that recognizes communicators, PR agencies and political leaders most active in the state's sphere of politics and government.

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  • The Political PR Power 75 is an annual list that recognizes communicators, PR agencies and political leaders most active in the state's sphere of politics and government.
  • For over 20 years, The TASC Group has provided comprehensive communications services to a wide range of advocacy-driven clients.
  • "We are honored to be recognized as one of City & State's Political PR Power 75," said Rida Bint Fozi, president of The TASC Group.
  • In addition to the Political PR Power 75 list, City & State recognized Rida Bint Fozi as one of 2023's Responsible 100 .

Hancock Whitney Bank President Joe Exnicios to Retire March 1, 2024

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Wednesday, January 3, 2024
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Senior Executive Vice President of Hancock Whitney Corporation and President of Hancock Whitney Bank Joseph S. “Joe” Exnicios has announced his planned retirement date of March 1, 2024.

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  • Senior Executive Vice President of Hancock Whitney Corporation and President of Hancock Whitney Bank Joseph S. “Joe” Exnicios has announced his planned retirement date of March 1, 2024.
  • “Joe Exnicios has been a driving force behind our organization’s success as a financial and community partner throughout the metropolitan New Orleans region for the past 46 years,” said Hancock Whitney President and Chief Executive Officer John Hairston.
  • “Having been a bank leader in the New Orleans market early in his career, Joe transitioned to lead the commercial bank before assuming several executive positions, ultimately reaching the role of bank president.
  • As president of Hancock Whitney Bank, Exnicios has led the company’s compliance with the Bank Secrecy Act, corporate risk management, facilities, and credit risk.

Debbie's Dream Foundation: Curing Stomach Cancer Celebrates a Year of Impactful Programs and Community Support in 2023

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Wednesday, January 3, 2024
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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Jan. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Debbie's Dream Foundation: Curing Stomach Cancer (DDF) proudly wraps up an impactful year, delivering crucial resources and support to the stomach cancer community, thanks to the unwavering commitment of 2023 industry partners. The support from generous sponsors has allowed DDF to continue vital programs and initiate new endeavors. This year, DDF worked closely with sponsors such as Amgen, Arcus, Astellas, Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS), Daiichi Sankyo (DSI), Genentech, Lilly Oncology, Merck, Taiho Oncology, and Zymeworks, whose dedication has been instrumental in advancing various programs, ensuring DDF's continued service to patients, their families, and caregivers.

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  • FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Jan. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Debbie's Dream Foundation: Curing Stomach Cancer (DDF) proudly wraps up an impactful year, delivering crucial resources and support to the stomach cancer community, thanks to the unwavering commitment of 2023 industry partners.
  • The support from generous sponsors has allowed DDF to continue vital programs and initiate new endeavors.
  • At the top of the year, DDF hosted its Inaugural Patient Advocate Retreat during its 11th Annual Stomach Cancer Capitol Hill Advocacy Day in Washington, D.C.
  • For the 2023 Symposia series, DDF collaborated with Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, Florida, to host a Stomach Cancer Educational Symposium.

Minnesota Dentists Offering Free Dental Care for Children in Need February 2 & 3, 2024

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Tuesday, January 2, 2024
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MINNEAPOLIS, Jan. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Minnesota dentists are offering free dental care for children in need on February 2 and 3, 2024.

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  • MINNEAPOLIS, Jan. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Minnesota dentists are offering free dental care for children in need on February 2 and 3, 2024.
  • The Minnesota Dental Association (MDA) has hundreds of dental professionals volunteering at clinics across the state for Give Kids a Smile .
  • Well over half of Minnesota children enrolled in Medicaid have not received dental services in the past year.
  • Minnesota dentists have provided free care to 84,000 children and donated services valued at more than $26 million since 2003.

Chelsea Groton Foundation Awards $244K to Area Non-Profits this Fall; Surpasses $6M in Giving Since Founding

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023
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GROTON, Conn., Dec. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- This fall, the Chelsea Groton Foundation awarded $244,000 to 37 non-profit organizations from Connecticut and Rhode Island.

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  • GROTON, Conn., Dec. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- This fall, the Chelsea Groton Foundation awarded $244,000 to 37 non-profit organizations from Connecticut and Rhode Island.
  • In addition, the Foundation made its second $50,000 installment of its $250,000 Founding Partner commitment to the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern CT Innovation Center.
  • Each year, we review hundreds of requests for funding from incredible organizations working to support the wonderful people in our region,” shared Anthony A. Joyce, III, President and CEO of Chelsea Groton Bank, and President of the Chelsea Groton Foundation.
  • Each year, the Bank and Foundation support more than 300 local organizations through monetary gifts, grants, sponsorships, scholarships, and employee volunteerism.

Freshworks Appoints Mika Yamamoto as Chief Customer and Marketing Officer

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023
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SAN MATEO, Calif., Nov. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Freshworks Inc. (NASDAQ: FRSH) today announced the appointment of Mika Yamamoto as the company’s Chief Customer and Marketing Officer.

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  • SAN MATEO, Calif., Nov. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Freshworks Inc. (NASDAQ: FRSH) today announced the appointment of Mika Yamamoto as the company’s Chief Customer and Marketing Officer.
  • Yamamoto comes to Freshworks from F5 (NASDAQ: FFIV) where she most recently served as the Executive Vice President and the Chief Marketing and Customer Engagement Officer, and led the company’s data, marketing, digital transformation, and customer experience efforts across all products, segments, channels, and geographies.
  • Ms. Yamamoto previously served as Chief Digital Marketing Officer and CMO of SMB for SAP.
  • “I am excited to join Freshworks to be a part of its journey to become a multi-billion dollar software company and to focus on a segment of companies and people I have a great passion to serve,” said Mika Yamamoto, Chief Customer and Marketing Officer at Freshworks.

American Water and the American Water Charitable Foundation Donate More Than $240,000 to United Way

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Wednesday, December 27, 2023
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American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., and the American Water Charitable Foundation , a 501(c)(3) organization established by American Water, announced today it has donated more than $240,000 to United Way as part of its continued commitment to create a lasting, positive impact on the communities served by American Water.

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  • American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., and the American Water Charitable Foundation , a 501(c)(3) organization established by American Water, announced today it has donated more than $240,000 to United Way as part of its continued commitment to create a lasting, positive impact on the communities served by American Water.
  • Each year, in addition to financial donations, American Water employees proudly contribute to the important efforts of United Way through creative fundraising campaigns and events that help advance the common good in the communities in which we live and work.
  • To complement employee giving, $50,000 was donated by the American Water Charitable Foundation.
  • During the last 10 years, American Water has donated over $3 million to numerous United Way chapters across the country.

Peoples Natural Gas Warms Hearts, Homes Through Support of Local Holiday Events and Community Organizations

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Monday, December 18, 2023
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231218195750/en/

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231218195750/en/
    A large crowd walks through the Peoples Gas Holiday Market in downtown Pittsburgh during the 2023 holiday season.
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    Peoples, an Essential Utilities (NYSE:WTRG) company, brings together one-of-a-kind artisans from around the world at the 12th annual Peoples Gas Holiday Market™.
  • As a new Holiday Market exclusive, shoppers can receive a limited-edition souvenir ornament from Peoples when donating to the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank.
  • Peoples is a longtime supporter of the Food Bank, helping them become the primary non-profit partner of the Peoples Gas Holiday Market.

KeyBank announces charitable donations to Maine nonprofits

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Thursday, December 28, 2023
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PORTLAND, Maine, Dec. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- KeyBank and KeyBank Foundation announce (21) twenty-one charitable donations made recently to nonprofit organizations in Maine.  The gifts focus support to address homelessness, food insecurity, financial literacy, preventative healthcare and more.  The charitable donations total $347,000 and are part of KeyBank's community philanthropic efforts targeted toward education, workforce development, and safe, vital neighborhoods.

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  • PORTLAND, Maine, Dec. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- KeyBank and KeyBank Foundation announce (21) twenty-one charitable donations made recently to nonprofit organizations in Maine.
  • The charitable donations total $347,000 and are part of KeyBank's community philanthropic efforts targeted toward education, workforce development, and safe, vital neighborhoods.
  • "At KeyBank, our mission is helping our clients and communities thrive, and that includes supporting local nonprofits that improve the health and vibrancy of the communities we serve," said KeyBank Maine Market President Tony DiSotto.
  • "With these recent donations, we have been able to invest in communities   throughout the state of Maine.

KeyBank announces KeyBank Foundation grants to Connecticut and Western Massachusetts nonprofits

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Thursday, December 21, 2023
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HARTFORD, Conn., Dec. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- KeyBank announces (25) twenty-five charitable donations made by KeyBank Foundation, the bank's charitable foundation to nonprofit organizations throughout its Connecticut and Western Massachusetts market.  The gifts focus support to address homelessness, financial literacy, education, job creation and workforce development, and more.  The charitable donations total $345,000 and are part of KeyBank's community philanthropic efforts targeted toward education, workforce development, and safe, vital neighborhoods.

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  • HARTFORD, Conn., Dec. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- KeyBank announces (25) twenty-five charitable donations made by KeyBank Foundation, the bank's charitable foundation to nonprofit organizations throughout its Connecticut and Western Massachusetts market.
  • The gifts focus support to address homelessness, financial literacy, education, job creation and workforce development, and more.
  • The charitable donations total $345,000 and are part of KeyBank's community philanthropic efforts targeted toward education, workforce development, and safe, vital neighborhoods.
  • "KeyBank's community investments include philanthropic support to nonprofit partners who are dedicated to meeting the needs of the communities we serve," said KeyBank Market President Matthew Hummel.