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SEH Acquires RAM USA, Expanding Facility and Infrastructure Assessment Capabilities

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Thursday, October 5, 2023
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Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. (SEH®), a national employee-owned engineering and architecture firm, announces the acquisition of assets from RAM USA, widely recognized for its groundbreaking patented technology for facility and infrastructure assessment.

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  • Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. (SEH®), a national employee-owned engineering and architecture firm, announces the acquisition of assets from RAM USA, widely recognized for its groundbreaking patented technology for facility and infrastructure assessment.
  • This pivotal move increases SEH’s service offerings and reinforces SEH’s commitment to leveraging technology for improved facility and infrastructure solutions.
  • (Graphic: Business Wire)
    RAM USA, now RAM Companies, LLC, will operate as a wholly owned subsidiary of SEH.
  • As an SEH company, RAM Companies will offer an extensive suite of assessment, planning, engineering, and architectural services to clients.

Audain Prize for Visual Art awards $100,000 to Dana Claxton

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Monday, September 25, 2023
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Claxton also is Professor and Head of the Department of Art History, Visual Art and Theory with the University of British Columbia.

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  • Claxton also is Professor and Head of the Department of Art History, Visual Art and Theory with the University of British Columbia.
  • artists like Susan Point, Jim Hart and Robert Davidson, all who have won the Audain Prize,” says Dana Claxton.
  • The Audain Prize, which was established in 2004, is one of the big three annual Canadian arts awards granting the winner a cash prize of $100,000.
  • “Dana Claxton one of B.C.’s greatest artists,” says Michael Audain, Chairman of the Audain Foundation.

Abstract on ZETA-1 Study of APX3330 Receives Award at Women in Ophthalmology (WIO) Summer Symposium

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Monday, August 28, 2023
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The presentation “ZETA-1 Phase 2 Trial Safety and Tolerability Results for APX3330: A Novel, Oral Ref-1 Inhibitor for the Treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy” was delivered by Priya Vakharia M.D., vitreo-retina specialist at Retina Vitreous Associates of Florida.

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  • The presentation “ZETA-1 Phase 2 Trial Safety and Tolerability Results for APX3330: A Novel, Oral Ref-1 Inhibitor for the Treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy” was delivered by Priya Vakharia M.D., vitreo-retina specialist at Retina Vitreous Associates of Florida.
  • The abstract received the Joanne Angle Abstract of Distinction Award out of nearly 600 submissions.
  • “I am honored to receive the prestigious Joanne Angle Abstract of Distinction award from WIO for this abstract on ZETA-1 data, and to have the opportunity to share these important data with my fellow ophthalmologists,” said Priya Vakharia M.D.
  • If approved, APX3330 can allow us to intervene early in the disease and prevent vision-threatening complications.”
    Rick Rodgers, Interim CEO of Ocuphire added.

Legislative Horizon, Community Reinvestment Act, Investor Insights Set for Discussion at Upcoming Novogradac Conference

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023
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SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Potential proposals to boost and expand the low-income housing tax credit (LIHTC) in year-end federal legislation and the anticipated effects of Community Reinvestment Act regulation on affordable housing investment are two key issues slated for discussion at the Novogradac 2023 Housing Tax Credit and Bonds Conference, Sept. 28-29 at the Four Seasons in New Orleans.

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  • "Bond financing continues to be a key element to building and preserving affordable housing in America," said Rebecca Arthur, a partner with Novogradac's Valuation Group who manages the metro Kansas City, Missouri, and Dallas offices and is co-chair of the conference.
  • "This conference presents an opportunity to hear from experts in the community about how they're negotiating the challenges of developing low-income tax credit and bond-financed housing."
  • The conference will provide insights from investors as well as look at technical issues with bonds.
  • Among other topics scheduled are a panel on the relationship between clean energy and affordable housing as well as one focused on Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery funds.

Unitek College to Receive Several Awards for California Locations

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Thursday, August 10, 2023
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NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Aug. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Unitek College is thrilled to announce that on September 20, 2023, they will be presented with a 2022 – 2023 ACCSC School of Excellence Award for their San Jose Campus. In addition, they will receive a 2022 – 2023 ACCSC School of Distinction Award for their Hayward campus. Dr. Navneet Bhasin, Chief Operations Officer and Milo Jocson, Regional Director of Operations will accept the awards on behalf of both campuses. This prestigious ceremony will be held at the ACCSC's Professional Development Conference in Arlington, Virginia.

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  • "We are so thrilled to receive these awards from the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges ( ACCSC ).
  • As a School of Excellence and Distinction, Unitek College will be formally recognized throughout the 2023 ACCSC Professional Development Conference.
  • "At Unitek, we care greatly about our students," said Shalini Kumar, Campus Director of the Unitek College San Jose campus.
  • Join Unitek College and other school representatives for a celebration of educational achievements at the Professional Development Conference.

LAND ROVER SOUTH DADE NAMED THE 2022/2023 MARQUE OF DISTINCTION WINNER BY LAND ROVER NORTH AMERICA

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Wednesday, July 12, 2023
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NORTH MIAMI, Fla., July 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Land Rover South Dade, a division of the Warren Henry Auto Group, was named the 2022/2023 Marque of Distinction award winner, making it the #1 Land Rover retailer in the country.

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  • NORTH MIAMI, Fla., July 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Land Rover South Dade, a division of the Warren Henry Auto Group, was named the 2022/2023 Marque of Distinction award winner, making it the #1 Land Rover retailer in the country.
  • For 2022/2023, a total of 12 Land Rover retailers were recognized with Land Rover South Dade achieving the first-place award of Marque of Distinction.
  • In 2022 they also achieved the Marque of Distinction, recognizing them as the best performer in the Land Rover retail network," said Joe Eberhardt, President & CEO, Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC.
  • Land Rover North Dade first started selling the Land Rover brand in 1987.

Novogradac Recognizes Excellence in Affordable Housing with 2023 Developments of Distinction Awards

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Wednesday, July 5, 2023
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SAN FRANCISCO, July 5, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Three properties in Virginia and one apiece in California and Colorado have been named winners of the Novogradac Journal of Tax Credits Developments of Distinction Awards for 2023.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, July 5, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Three properties in Virginia and one apiece in California and Colorado have been named winners of the Novogradac Journal of Tax Credits Developments of Distinction Awards for 2023.
  • The awards go to participants who strive for excellence in affordable housing.
  • Winners will be honored at the Novogradac 2023 Housing Tax Credit and Bonds Conference , Sept. 28-29 in New Orleans.
  • "The need for affordable housing is great everywhere and these are five developments that demonstrate what is possible."

Suzanne P. Vares-Lum Elected to Bank of Hawai‘i Corporation Board of Directors

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Friday, June 2, 2023
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Bank of Hawai‘i Corp. (NYSE: BOH) announced that its board of directors has elected Suzanne P. Vares-Lum to serve on its board of directors, effective May 26, 2023, until the annual election of directors at the bank’s next annual shareholders meeting.

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  • Bank of Hawai‘i Corp. (NYSE: BOH) announced that its board of directors has elected Suzanne P. Vares-Lum to serve on its board of directors, effective May 26, 2023, until the annual election of directors at the bank’s next annual shareholders meeting.
  • With the addition of Vares-Lum, Bank of Hawai‘i Corporation’s board of directors increases from 14 to 15.
  • Vares-Lum serves on Bank of Hawai‘i’s Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee and Fiduciary and Investment Management Committee.
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    “I'm so pleased to welcome Suzanne Vares-Lum to our board of directors,” said Chairman, President and CEO Peter S. Ho.

Stamford American receives distinction award for excellence in community service

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Friday, May 26, 2023
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SINGAPORE, May 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Stamford American International School received a Distinction Award for corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives at the American Chamber of Commerce Annual General Meeting last month.

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  • SINGAPORE, May 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Stamford American International School received a Distinction Award for corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives at the American Chamber of Commerce Annual General Meeting last month.
  • The AmCham CARES program promotes CSR among its members and recognizes companies that demonstrate outstanding commitment to the local Singapore community and beyond.
  • For the second year in a row, Stamford was the only educational institution among 48 recipients to receive the award, presented by Singapore President Halimah Yacob.
  • We think of Stamford as a place where students can find their excellence – and they're living up to it every day!"

Gale Boice, Principle LTC's Chief Operating Officer, to be Inducted into McKnight's Women of Distinction Hall of Honor

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Monday, May 22, 2023
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KINSTON, N.C., May 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Gale Boice, Chief Operating Officer of Principle LTC, will be inducted into the Hall of Honor for the prestigious 2023 McKnight's Women of Distinction Award. Lynn M. Hood, CEO whose visionary leadership has guided Principle LTC through challenging times, was acknowledged for her significant contributions in 2021 and first receiving the same award, followed Joylin Nation, COO, who is known for her hands-on approach and exceptional leadership skills, received the prestigious award in 2022. The McKnight's Women of Distinction awards, presented by McKnight's Long-Term Care News recognize outstanding women who have made significant contributions to the skilled nursing facility profession.

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  • KINSTON, N.C., May 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Gale Boice, Chief Operating Officer of Principle LTC, will be inducted into the Hall of Honor for the prestigious 2023 McKnight's Women of Distinction Award.
  • The McKnight's Women of Distinction awards, presented by McKnight's Long-Term Care News recognize outstanding women who have made significant contributions to the skilled nursing facility profession.
  • "I am deeply honored to be selected for this award and to stand alongside such esteemed women leaders," expressed Gale Boice.
  • The McKnight's Women of Distinction event, where Gale Boice will be officially recognized, will take place on May 22nd in Chicago.