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Seek Labs Welcomes Cindy Dunkle, Accomplished HR Leader with Extensive Life Sciences Experience, to Board of Directors

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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Dunkle brings decades of life sciences leadership experience and connections that will enhance Seek Labs’ strategic direction and employee-centered approach.

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  • Dunkle brings decades of life sciences leadership experience and connections that will enhance Seek Labs’ strategic direction and employee-centered approach.
  • Dunkle is widely recognized for her profound understanding of human capital management in the life sciences sector.
  • Jared Bauer, CEO, expressed his enthusiasm to have Dunkle join Seek Labs’ Board: “We are thrilled to have Cindy Dunkle join our Board of Directors.
  • "I am honored to join Seek Labs’ Board of Directors at a pivotal moment as the company continues to grow and expand its footprint in the life sciences and biotechnology industry,” said Cindy Dunkle.

Region's Largest Office Interior Solutions Company Names New Leadership Team

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024
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DENVER, Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Slate, the largest office interior solutions company in the region and a studio within the Elements brand family, today announced a new leadership structure with industry veteran Marci Auston at the helm. As head of Slate and part of the Elements ownership team, Auston is responsible for supporting the company's mission of providing future-focused workplace solutions that engage people and empower organizations.

Key Points: 
  • As head of Slate and part of the Elements ownership team, Auston is responsible for supporting the company's mission of providing future-focused workplace solutions that engage people and empower organizations.
  • "The expertise derived from each member of Slate's leadership team allows us to offer unparalleled creative approaches to help our customers reimagine the future of work across a variety of industries."
  • The new Slate leadership team reinforces the company's strength as one of the region's largest woman-owned businesses.
  • For more information on leadership for Slate or the other studios under the Elements umbrella, visit: https://www.elementsofplace.com/about/teams/

The Inner Circle Acknowledges, Lauren Egan as a Most Trusted Business Professional for her contributions to the field of Accounting

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Friday, November 3, 2023
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BROOMFIELD, Colo., Nov. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Lauren Egan is acknowledged as a Most Trusted Business Professional for her contributions to the field of Accounting.

Key Points: 
  • BROOMFIELD, Colo., Nov. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Lauren Egan is acknowledged as a Most Trusted Business Professional for her contributions to the field of Accounting.
  • Ms. Egan pursued higher education at the University of Northern Colorado and Metropolitan State College of Denver, now Metropolitan State University, where she studied Accounting.
  • She is dedicated to providing the latest advancements in her field and has been a member of numerous professional organizations, including the Colorado Society of Certified Public Accountants.
  • She is considered an expert in Accounting and Auditing and is currently pursuing other interests in her retirement as a Stephen Minister.

Metro State University Awarded $1.35 Million Grant to Support Students of Color and American Indian Students to Become Licensed Teachers

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023
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The grant marks the eighth time in as many years that Metro State has been awarded funding from PELSB to advance the recruitment, enrollment, and retention of students of color and American Indian students enrolled in its School of Urban Education (UED).

Key Points: 
  • The grant marks the eighth time in as many years that Metro State has been awarded funding from PELSB to advance the recruitment, enrollment, and retention of students of color and American Indian students enrolled in its School of Urban Education (UED).
  • In accordance with this goal, teachers of color and American Indian teachers (TOCAIT) candidates have comprised more than 50% of UED's student population for more than a decade without admission quotas.
  • According to PELSB, while students of color and American Indian students make up 37% of the K–12 population in Minnesota, only 6% of the state's more than 63,000 teachers are teachers of color or American Indian teachers.
  • Yet studies show that teachers of color can help improve academic outcomes for students of color by fostering a sense of belonging.

Metro State University Bests 400 Higher Education Institutions, Wins NSA Grant to Build and Operate Much-Needed Small Business Cybersecurity Clinic

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Thursday, August 10, 2023
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SAINT PAUL, Minn., Aug. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Metro State University, the Twin Cities' nationally recognized urban university, has been awarded one of just three newly created grants from the National Security Agency's (NSA) National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity to establish the Metro State University Cybersecurity Clinic, a pilot program to help protect small businesses, nonprofits, K–12 schools, and local government entities from cyberattacks.

Key Points: 
  • Metro State University awarded one of three NSA grants to provide cybersecurity services to Minnesota small businesses.
  • The $1.45 million grant (H98230-23-1-0077) will allow Metro State to provide free or low-cost cybersecurity services to organizations that face increased cyberthreats but lack the resources to mitigate them.
  • The Metro State University Cybersecurity Clinic, which is expected to open in mid-2024, will be located at 809 East Seventh Street in Saint Paul, Minn.
  • Upon opening, Metro State will share details on qualification guidelines for organizations wishing to participate in the clinic.

MINNESOTA STATE UNIVERSITY TEAMSTERS TO HOLD VIRTUAL NEWS CONFERENCE ON STRIKE AUTHORIZATION VOTE

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Thursday, July 20, 2023
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MINNEAPOLIS, July 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Minnesota State University (MNSU) administrative and service faculty represented by Teamsters Local 320 will host a virtual news conference on Friday, July 21, at 1:00 p.m. CT to announce their strike authorization vote and next steps in state mediation.

Key Points: 
  • MINNEAPOLIS, July 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Minnesota State University (MNSU) administrative and service faculty represented by Teamsters Local 320 will host a virtual news conference on Friday, July 21, at 1:00 p.m. CT to announce their strike authorization vote and next steps in state mediation.
  • All students during their journeys at Minnesota State Universities are in contact and will receive help from administrative and service faculty.
  • Administrative and service faculty voted by 97.5 percent to authorize a strike if Minnesota State does not advance the workers' economic priorities for living wages and for an equity and compression study.
  • Local 320 represents more than 800 administrative and service faculty at seven MNSU campuses, including Bemidji State University, Metro State University, Minnesota State University Mankato, Moorhead State University, Saint Cloud State University, Southwest Minnesota State University, and Winona State University.

Study.com awarded as "Test Prep Solution Provider of the Year" by the 2023 EdTech Breakthrough Awards

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Monday, June 12, 2023
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MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., June 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Study.com announced that it has been selected as the winner of the "Test Prep Solution Provider of the Year" award in the 5th annual EdTech Breakthrough Awards program conducted by EdTech Breakthrough. This leading market intelligence organization recognizes the top companies and solutions in the global educational technology market.

Key Points: 
  • MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., June 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Study.com announced that it has been selected as the winner of the "Test Prep Solution Provider of the Year" award in the 5th annual EdTech Breakthrough Awards program conducted by EdTech Breakthrough.
  • As part of these offerings, the online education platform provides students access to over 1,500 test prep courses across more than 60 categories.
  • Test prep courses range from college entrance exams like the SAT to career certification exams, such as the NCLEX or PRAXIS.
  • Congratulations to the entire Study.com team for a well-deserved 2023 EdTech Breakthrough Award win."

AstroTurf installations of Division I football, baseball stadiums, Green Technology highlight 2022

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Monday, January 9, 2023
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DALTON, Ga., Jan. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- AstroTurf, the leading provider of synthetic turf solutions, is pleased to announce a successful year of field installations in 2022.

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  • These fields offer a safe, durable, and low-maintenance alternative to natural grass, and have been well-received by players, coaches, and communities alike.
  • DALTON, Ga., Jan. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- AstroTurf, the leading provider of synthetic turf solutions, is pleased to announce a successful year of field installations in 2022.
  • Highlights in 2022 included major Division I football and baseball stadiums, award-winning projects and the new Green Technology installed at Duke University's Williams Field at Jack Katz Stadium, a first in the United States.
  • AstroTurf is the inventor of synthetic turf, the leading innovator in the industry, and the most imitated brand in the turf industry.

MoneyGram Names Brian Johnson Chief Financial Officer and Anna Greenwald Chief Operating Officer

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Thursday, August 4, 2022
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DALLAS, Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MoneyGram International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MGI) (the "Company"), a global leader in the evolution of digital P2P payments, today announced that Brian Johnson, who currently serves as Head of Corporate Finance and Global Treasurer, has been named Chief Financial Officer, effective September 1, 2022. He succeeds Larry Angelilli, who has been appointed Executive Vice Chairman of MoneyGram, effective on the same date. In this role, Angelilli will help ensure an orderly transition of the CFO role and assist on external relations and other strategic matters.

Key Points: 
  • MoneyGram also announced that Anna Greenwald, who currently serves as Chief Readiness Officer, has been appointed Chief Operating Officer, effective immediately.
  • "I am honored to be stepping into the CFO role at such an exciting time for MoneyGram," Johnson said.
  • Prior to joining MoneyGram, Johnson was a Managing Director at Commerce Street Capital where he advised clients on acquisitions and divestitures.
  • Anna Greenwald was appointed Chief Readiness Officer in March 2021 and is responsible for leading the Company's go-to-market strategy, agent network oversight and engagement and global regulatory exam readiness.

The Front Line Foundation Experiences a Summer of Strengthening Support and New Board Members

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Wednesday, July 27, 2022
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MINNEAPOLIS, July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Front Line Foundation (TFLF) announced today it is further strengthening its commitment to Minnesota's First Responders. The Foundation, which has now paid out $308,000 in death benefits since starting 2018, is doubling down on its outreach efforts. To do this, TFLF has added another event to its resume, and it has also added two new board members who will help the Foundation strengthen its mission.

Key Points: 
  • MINNEAPOLIS, July 27, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Front Line Foundation (TFLF) announced today it is further strengthening its commitment to Minnesota's First Responders.
  • The Foundation also provides support in the purchase of tactical equipment for first responders which is not included in department budgets.
  • The Foundation Board is proud to add Lieutenant Paul Lenzmeier of the Anoka County Sheriff's Office and White Bear Lake Police Officer Ryan Michael Sheak to the board.
  • "We are happy to partner again with The Front Line Foundation and support Minnesota's 60,000 first responders," said Gina Carlson, Car Show Director.