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American College of Lifestyle Medicine Celebrates 20th Anniversary and Announces Speakers, Presenting Sponsor for 2024 Annual CME/CE-Accredited Conference Oct. 27-30

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ST. LOUIS, May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The American College of Lifestyle Medicine (ACLM) today announced the keynote speaker lineup for its 2024 Lifestyle Medicine Annual Conference, set for October 27-30, in person at the Rosen Shingle Creek Resort in Orlando, Fla., with virtual registration also available. The hybrid event will showcase how lifestyle medicine is changing the paradigm of medical education and clinical practice to restore health for those living with chronic disease. Presenting sponsor for the event is Lore Health, a leading lifestyle-medicine focused accountable care organization (ACO).

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  • The American College of Lifestyle Medicine (ACLM) today announced the keynote speaker lineup for its 2024 Lifestyle Medicine Annual Conference, set for October 27-30, in person at the Rosen Shingle Creek Resort, Orlando, Fla., as well as virtually.
  • ST. LOUIS, May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The American College of Lifestyle Medicine (ACLM) today announced the keynote speaker lineup for its 2024 Lifestyle Medicine Annual Conference, set for October 27-30, in person at the Rosen Shingle Creek Resort in Orlando, Fla., with virtual registration also available.
  • Concurrent sessions for the in-person event will be offered in four tracks : Application of Lifestyle Medicine; Allied Health Providers in Lifestyle Medicine; Healthcare Transformation Through Lifestyle Medicine; and Current Issues in Healthcare.
  • For more information about the conference or to register, visit Lifestyle Medicine Conference 2024 - American College of Lifestyle Medicine .

MedRes opens medical device technology center in Carlsbad, CA

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CARLSBAD, Calif., May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- MedRes International, Inc. is pleased to announce the opening of its new technology development center in Carlsbad, California, in May 2024.

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  • CARLSBAD, Calif., May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- MedRes International, Inc. is pleased to announce the opening of its new technology development center in Carlsbad, California, in May 2024.
  • With over 25 years of experience in the development and manufacturing of medical devices, Christine is responsible for operations and new product development at MedRes.
  • He continued to focus on Nitinol technology at NDC as the head of R&D and later at Confluent Medical Technologies as VP of Applied Technology.
  • Together with the entire MedRes team, we look forward to working together with the brightest and most ambitious founders, entrepreneurs, and professionals to create the future of medical device technology.

MLC APPOINTS MIKE KIEFER AS VICE PRESIDENT, FINANCE AND CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

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ST. LOUIS, May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- MLC (formerly Mississippi Lime Company) has named Mike Kiefer as vice president, finance and chief financial officer.

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  • ST. LOUIS, May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- MLC (formerly Mississippi Lime Company) has named Mike Kiefer as vice president, finance and chief financial officer.
  • As part of the global lime company's executive leadership team, Kiefer will be responsible for implementing the strategic financial and systems objectives of the company.
  • A proven strategic leader with more than 20 years of experience in finance and strategy, Kiefer joins MLC following his tenure at Afinitas, Inc., where he served as chief financial officer.
  • I look forward to working with the MLC teams to accomplish the company's ambitious strategic plan," Kiefer said.

Crescent Private Wealth Launches, Supported by RFG Advisory

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala., May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- RFG Advisory ("RFG"), an innovator in the wealth management industry committed to serving independent financial advisors and their clients, today announced the launch of Crescent Private Wealth ("Crescent"), a North Carolina-based wealth management firm founded and owned by Ahmad Quqa, MBA, AAMS™.

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  • BIRMINGHAM, Ala., May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- RFG Advisory ("RFG"), an innovator in the wealth management industry committed to serving independent financial advisors and their clients, today announced the launch of Crescent Private Wealth ("Crescent"), a North Carolina-based wealth management firm founded and owned by Ahmad Quqa , MBA, AAMS™.
  • "Aligning with RFG, we're not just gaining unparalleled support but also affirming our shared values of independence, innovation and entrepreneurialism.
  • "We are delighted to welcome Ahmad and his team to the RFG family," said Shannon Spotswood , president at RFG Advisory.
  • Independent firms who are interested in learning more about partnering with RFG can learn more about its award-winning platform1 at rfgadvisory.com .

SFA Therapeutics Strengthens Management Team with Appointment of Chief Medical Officer

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JENKINTOWN, Pa., May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SFA Therapeutics, Inc., a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing oral small-molecule biosynthetic compounds for the treatment of inflammatory diseases, today announced the appointment of Stefan C. Weiss, MD, MBA, as Chief Medical Officer.

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  • JENKINTOWN, Pa., May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SFA Therapeutics, Inc., a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing oral small-molecule biosynthetic compounds for the treatment of inflammatory diseases, today announced the appointment of Stefan C. Weiss, MD, MBA, as Chief Medical Officer.
  • "Dr. Weiss brings decades of multi-faceted clinical and industry experience in both dermatology and immunology," commented Ira Spector, Ph.D., CEO of SFA Therapeutics.
  • "I am honored to join the SFA Therapeutics team to help shape the clinical pathway forward for SFA-002 and other candidates that target inflammatory disease.
  • As a practicing dermatologist, I have witnessed the immense need for novel therapeutics with greater efficacy and fewer side effects than the currently available treatments for chronic inflammatory skin conditions," stated Dr. Weiss, Chief Medical Officer of SFA Therapeutics.

LightRiver Continues Expansion of Team; Appoints Jason Konzak as SVP of Network Services

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CONCORD, Calif., May 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LightRiver, the premier productivity solutions provider for next generation, multi-vendor, Factory Built Networks® and netFLEX® Transport Domain Orchestration and Control Software solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jason Konzak as Senior Vice President of Network Services. This appointment enhances LightRiver's position as the leading independent provider of transport network design, deployment, automation and operational support services.

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  • This appointment enhances LightRiver's position as the leading independent provider of transport network design, deployment, automation and operational support services.
  • In his new role, Konzak will play a pivotal role in optimizing LightRiver's Factory Built Networks portfolio, while expanding and scaling vital, software-based, network support services.
  • Konzak brings over two decades of industry experience in growing and leading professional and managed services organizations, enriching LightRiver with his extensive IT background.
  • "Jason is another critical piece in our growth story as his success with Cloud, Datacenter & Telco managed services are a perfect fit," states Mike Jonas, CEO of LightRiver.

Moatable Announces Appointment of Independent Director

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  • A veteran with two decades of experience in the real estate and financial technology industries, Mr.
  • Moon is CEO of BlueForceX, a strategy consulting firm serving banks, venture capital firms, and early-stage technology companies.
  • He is also a venture partner with Denver Angels, an early-stage venture capital firm in Colorado.
  • Previously, he founded and served as Chief Executive Officer of Home Captain Inc., a financial technology company that served over 40 large banks and financial institutions.

DQE Communications Announces Close of Acquisition by GI Partners & Appointment of Michael T. Sicoli as Chief Executive Officer

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Concurrently, Michael T. Sicoli has been appointed as CEO of the Company, effective immediately.

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  • Concurrently, Michael T. Sicoli has been appointed as CEO of the Company, effective immediately.
  • This includes a 4,700-route-mile fiber network that connects more than 3,000 on-net businesses, towers, and data centers with multiple expansion projects underway in strategically adjacent markets.
  • We look forward to working with him and the entire DQE team," said Brendan Scollans, Managing Director and Co-Head of GI Data Infrastructure.
  • I look forward to partnering with the DQE team and GI Partners to serve our customers, accelerate DQE's growth, and drive operational excellence."

Grady Receives Highest Maternal Care Verification from The Joint Commission

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ATLANTA, May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Joint Commission's Maternal Levels of Care (MLC) Verification program, offered in collaboration with the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), has named Grady Health System as a Level IV maternal care verified facility.

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  • ATLANTA, May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Joint Commission's Maternal Levels of Care (MLC) Verification program, offered in collaboration with the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), has named Grady Health System as a Level IV maternal care verified facility.
  • As a Level IV facility, the highest designation, Grady demonstrated its on-site medical and surgical care for the most complex maternal conditions and critically ill pregnant women and fetuses throughout antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum care.
  • "The Joint Commission commends Grady Health System for being named a Level IV maternal care verified facility and for its efforts to standardize maternal care and reduce maternal morbidity and mortality," says Ken Grubbs, DNP, MBA, RN, executive vice president of Accreditation and Certification Operations and chief nursing officer, The Joint Commission.
  • "The Maternal Levels of Care Verification program will help Grady strengthen regionalized care for mothers and babies in its community."

Ten Oaks Group Welcomes Bennett Cook and Alex Ney as Operating Partners

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CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ten Oaks Group, a leading family office specializing in corporate carve-outs, is excited to announce the appointment of Bennett Cook and Alex Ney as Operating Partners.

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  • CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ten Oaks Group, a leading family office specializing in corporate carve-outs, is excited to announce the appointment of Bennett Cook and Alex Ney as Operating Partners.
  • Alex Ney brings a strong background in financial advisory and operational improvement to Ten Oaks Group.
  • "We are delighted to welcome Bennett and Alex to the Ten Oaks team," said Curtis Griner, Managing Partner at Ten Oaks Group.
  • The addition of Bennett Cook and Alex Ney as Operating Partners underscores Ten Oaks Group's commitment to strengthening its operational capabilities and driving the value creation process at the company's portfolio companies.