Blue-ribbon committee

DMS Ranks #1 On 2024 mThink Top CPA Network Awards

Retrieved on: 
Monday, February 5, 2024
Publishing, Blue-ribbon committee, Network affiliate, DMS, Merchant, Advertising, Top

1 spot on the mThink “ Top CPA Networks for Affiliates & Publishers List ” for the second consecutive year.

Key Points: 
  • 1 spot on the mThink “ Top CPA Networks for Affiliates & Publishers List ” for the second consecutive year.
  • For the 11th consecutive year, DMS also received a leading spot on mThink’s “Top CPA Networks List,” claiming the No.
  • Our partnerships are the cornerstone of our continued success at DMS,” said Amber Paul , EVP Of Brand Direct Distribution for DMS.
  • Being recognized once again as the Top CPA Network by mThink is an incredible honor,” said Joe Marinucci , CEO of DMS.

NEW TRENDS IN DIRECTOR COMPENSATION, BOARD COMPOSITION, AND BOARD GOVERNANCE HIGHLIGHTED IN 2023-2024 DIRECTOR COMPENSATION REPORT

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Annual report, Blue-ribbon committee, AI, Culture, Environment, NACD, Corporation, Female, TDC, National Association, Management

WASHINGTON, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD), the authority on boardroom practices representing approximately 24,000 board members, today released the 2023–2024 Director Compensation Report. The 25th annual report, produced in collaboration with leading compensation and leadership consultancy Pearl Meyer, presents key findings based on a robust analysis of director compensation trends and practices and offers an in-depth analysis of nonemployee director compensation across 1,400 companies in varying size categories and spanning 24 industries (that have filed a proxy statement or any other SEC filing containing director-compensation information).

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD), the authority on boardroom practices representing approximately 24,000 board members, today released the 2023–2024 Director Compensation Report .
  • Read the full report for additional insight and analysis into the most recent trends in director compensation at NACDOnline.org.
  • Note to Editors: NACD's Blue Ribbon Commission report, Culture As The Foundation: Building a High-Performance Board , identifies board compensation as a factor that can influence board culture.
  • The report includes resources to help boards assess the impact that director compensation has on the board's culture and agility.

The International Myeloma Foundation Mourns the Passing of IMF Board Member Dr. Edith Mitchell

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, January 23, 2024
Mentorship, Research, Principal, City, IMF, Internal medicine, AACR, Cancer, NCI, Public key certificate, FACC, Multiple myeloma, International Myeloma Foundation, National Cancer Institute, MACP, ECOG, African Americans, Medical college, Air force, National Medical Association, Breast, Health equity, Student, American Cancer Society, Radiation therapy, Thomas Jefferson University, Blue-ribbon committee, Military, NMA, Air National Guard, Human, FCPP, Oncology, Patient, Sadness, Partnership, ASCO, Distinguished Service Award, Friends, Society, Travel, LAPS, FRCP, Alpha Kappa Alpha, Clinical trial, Nursing

Dr. Edith Mitchell has been a member of the IMF Board of Directors for over twenty years.

Key Points: 
  • Dr. Edith Mitchell has been a member of the IMF Board of Directors for over twenty years.
  • In 2023, Dr. Mitchell received the Pennsylvania Medical Society’s (PAMED) Distinguished Service Award—the highest award presented by PAMED.
  • Edith Mitchell’s passing is such a profound loss for the IMF, the IMF Board of Directors, and the myeloma community at large.
  • The International Myeloma Foundation sends its deepest sympathies, thoughts, and prayers to Dr. Mitchell’s family members, friends, colleagues, and loved ones.

Recording Academy® to Honor Music Industry Icons With 2024 Special Merit Awards During GRAMMY® Week

Retrieved on: 
Friday, January 5, 2024
Entertainment, General Entertainment, Theatre, Celebrity, Music, Events, Concerts, Licensing (Entertainment), Diamond, Producer, Social change, Student, Ice Cube, Kennesaw, Georgia, Love Song, Glass, NASA, NBA All-Star Game, Gerald Eaton, DJ Yella, Perception, Skywalker family, Super Bowl, Engineer, Grammy Awards, A&R, Peter and Gordon, Phonograph, Technical, MTV, Ebell of Los Angeles, Apple Records, NBA, Straight Outta Compton, University, National Medal, Moon, History, Life, R&B, Country, GRAMMY, Trustee, The Recording Academy, Kronos, Kennedy Center Honors, Internet, Public Enemy, Refugee, The Clark Sisters, Country music, Super Bowl LIII, Advertising, Television, Radio, Blue-ribbon committee, Kronos Quartet, Gold, DJ Kool Herc, Great Russia, Billboard, Sirius XM, Kennesaw State University, Social, National anthem

“Their contributions to music span genres, backgrounds and crafts, reflecting the rich diversity that fuels our creative community.

Key Points: 
  • “Their contributions to music span genres, backgrounds and crafts, reflecting the rich diversity that fuels our creative community.
  • In 2002, Anderson was appointed the first artist-in-residence of NASA which culminated in her 2004 touring solo performance, The End of the Moon.
  • She has been nominated for six GRAMMY Awards® throughout her recording career and received a GRAMMY® for the release Landfall in collaboration with the Kronos Quartet at the 61st GRAMMYs®.
  • Credited for helping to bring gospel music to the mainstream, the Clark Sisters are considered pioneers of contemporary gospel.

Students Reject the Blue Ribbon Panel’s Recommendation to Hike Tuition Fees

Retrieved on: 
Friday, November 17, 2023
Canadian Federation of Students, International, Privatization, Tertiary, Government, Consultant, Interview, Blue ribbon, Education, Blue-ribbon committee, Failure, ALL, Tutoring, Nursing, University, Student

As such, students vehemently reject the Panel’s recommendation to increase tuition fees.

Key Points: 
  • As such, students vehemently reject the Panel’s recommendation to increase tuition fees.
  • The government must increase per-student funding and reduce tuition fees while ultimately working towards eliminating tuition fees for all students.
  • Any tuition fee framework that plans to increase tuition fees is one that fails to consider the lived realities of students across the province.
  • The Canadian Federation of Students represents over 350,000 students, it is the largest and oldest provincial students’ unions representing both domestic and international students in universities and colleges, including undergraduate, graduate, full-time and part-time students.

NACD SHINES LIGHT ON BOARD CULTURE IN NEW BLUE RIBBON COMMISSION REPORT

Retrieved on: 
Friday, September 29, 2023
TD, Culture, National Association of Corporate Directors, Commission, Blue-ribbon committee, TelevisaUnivision, Northrop, Organizational culture, Grumman, CBRE, Archer Aviation, Corporation, NACD, Acuity Brands, National Association, Salesforce, Toronto-Dominion Bank, Management, Chipotle, United Airlines

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD), the authority on boardroom practices representing more than 23,000 directors, today released the 2023 Report of the NACD Blue Ribbon Commission: Culture as the Foundation: Building a High-Performing Board.

Key Points: 
  • "No matter where the board is in its journey, this report will help a board strengthen its culture.
  • This year's NACD Blue Ribbon Commission Report addresses the importance and consequences of board culture.
  • They are grouped in three key areas: defining optimal board culture, reinforcing board culture and behavioral norms, and addressing cultural fault lines.
  • Added NACD president and CEO Peter Gleason: "This report builds upon the 2017 NACD Blue Ribbon Commission initiative that studied organizational culture, underscoring how central culture is to long-term performance and business success.

Nation's Finest Marks 50th Anniversary with Milestone Event Honoring the Nation's Finest 50 Leaders Who Have Gone Above and Beyond to Support Veterans

Retrieved on: 
Monday, June 5, 2023
Poverty, Employment, Travel, Housing, Exhibition, Homelessness, Blue-ribbon committee, Paramount Global, Hope, Warrior, Veteran, Paramount, Organization, Work, CreatiVets, Navy, Bronze Star Medal, Humble High School, IAVA, NCHV, City, Health, Woman, Conference, National Coalition of Syrian Revolutionary and Opposition Forces, Social media, Team Rubicon, Boilermaker, Nursing, Wool, Entertainment, Real estate, Nation, Finest

We created the Nation's Finest 50 Award to recognize and celebrate 50 people during this anniversary year, who have gone above and beyond to support our veterans," said Nation's Finest CEO Chris Johnson.

Key Points: 
  • We created the Nation's Finest 50 Award to recognize and celebrate 50 people during this anniversary year, who have gone above and beyond to support our veterans," said Nation's Finest CEO Chris Johnson.
  • The recipients of the first-ever Nation's Finest 50 Awards range from military veterans, founders and leaders of nonprofit organizations, community, and corporate leaders, to actors, musicians, comedians, philanthropists, and researchers.
  • Kathryn C. Monet, CEO of NCHV was honored with a Nation's Finest 50 Award for her leadership in helping end homelessness among veterans.
  • The goal is to raise greater awareness about veteran's issues, the work of Nation's Finest, and programs available across the country to support veterans.

NACD and Deloitte Release New Playbook to Drive Inclusion in Boardrooms across America, Turning the Lens Inward and Focusing on Culture of Inclusion

Retrieved on: 
Friday, June 2, 2023
Benefit, Culture, National Association of Corporate Directors, Blue-ribbon committee, Human, DE, Organization, Corporation, NACD, National Association, Bias, Environment, Management, Tourism

The practical playbook includes points of reflection and tactical ways for directors to drive inclusion in the boardroom.

Key Points: 
  • The practical playbook includes points of reflection and tactical ways for directors to drive inclusion in the boardroom.
  • It builds on the Board Inclusion Framework issued by Deloitte and NACD in 2020.
  • Notably, this new guide provides a how-to for boards to turn the lens inward and effectively examine their inclusion culture—which intrinsically influences the organizations they oversee.
  • Additionally, in September, NACD will release the 2023 Blue Ribbon Commission report , which will issue guidance on dynamics and culture within the boardroom.

Nation's Finest Marks 50th Anniversary with Milestone Event Honoring the Nation's Finest 50 Leaders who have Gone Above and Beyond to Support Veterans

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, May 25, 2023
American Red Cross, NFL, Partnership, Employment, Travel, Housing, Exhibition, Blue-ribbon committee, Veteran, Government, Bronze Star Medal, Health, SVP, Conference, National Coalition of Syrian Revolutionary and Opposition Forces, Social media, Nursing, Nation, Finest, United States Army

WHAT: Media is invited to cover a milestone event – the 50th Anniversary celebration of Nation's Finest , a non-profit organization that since 1972 has been supporting America's military veterans and their families through housing, health, and employment programs, as they honor the Nation's Finest 50 .

Key Points: 
  • WHAT: Media is invited to cover a milestone event – the 50th Anniversary celebration of Nation's Finest , a non-profit organization that since 1972 has been supporting America's military veterans and their families through housing, health, and employment programs, as they honor the Nation's Finest 50 .
  • During the event, Nation's Finest will announce honorees of the first-ever Nation's Finest 50 Award, that will be presented to 50 leaders from across the country who have gone above and beyond to support veterans during the past 50 years.
  • Nation's Finest appointed a distinguished Blue Ribbon Panel to select the Nation's Finest 50 who will be receiving the award.
  • The Nation's Finest 50 Awards Program is presented in partnership with the National Coalition for Homeless Veterans National Conference, which after the Nation's Finest 50 Awards are announced, will display the Nation's Finest 50 exhibition at the Conference, June 1st & June 2nd.

NACD AND KORN FERRY RELEASE NOMINATING AND GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE BLUEPRINT WITH KEY GUIDANCE ON FIVE CORE THEMES AS PART OF THE FUTURE OF THE AMERICAN BOARD INITIATIVE

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, May 16, 2023
Communication, Korn Ferry, Partnership, Culture, Audit, National Association of Corporate Directors, Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, Blue-ribbon committee, Compensated emancipation, Bristol Myers Squibb, Future, Scientific Working Group – Bloodstain Pattern Analysis, American Board of Commissioners for Foreign Missions, Working Group, Blueprint, DaVita Inc., Corporation, Vulnerability and Risk Committee, NACD, Climate, National Association, Management, Lumber

The working group outlined ways that the nominating and governance committee, working closely with the CEO, can help engage shareholders and stakeholders.

Key Points: 
  • The working group outlined ways that the nominating and governance committee, working closely with the CEO, can help engage shareholders and stakeholders.
  • Keeping in mind evolving board workloads and agendas, the Future of the American Board Commission's Nominating and Governance Committee Working Group looked specifically at five areas of greatest importance to nominating and governance committees:
    Setting board culture and expectations for directors.
  • The Nominating and Governance Committee Working Group is the third of four Future of the American Board panels to publish Blueprint guides this year.
  • In addition to the Nominating and Governance Committee Working Group, the Compensation Committee and Audit Committee Working Groups have published their work; the Risk Committee Working Group is set to release its Blueprint next month.