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Zevra Therapeutics Appoints Neil F. McFarlane as President, Chief Executive Officer and Director

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

CELEBRATION, Fla., Oct. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Zevra Therapeutics, Inc. (NasdaqGS: ZVRA) (Zevra, or the Company), a rare disease therapeutics company, today announced that Neil F. McFarlane has been named President and Chief Executive Officer of Zevra and appointed to the Board of Directors, effective October 10, 2023. Neil succeeds Christal M.M. Mickle who has been serving as interim CEO and President since June 2023, and who will continue serving in her role as Chief Development Officer. Concurrently, the Company announced the effectiveness of Joseph B. Saluri’s previously announced retirement from the Board of Directors. Mr. Saluri’s valuable leadership has played a crucial role in shaping Zevra's growth since joining the Board in 2014. Mr. Saluri’s retirement is in accordance with the plan announced by the Company on May 8, 2023.

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  • CELEBRATION, Fla., Oct. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Zevra Therapeutics, Inc. (NasdaqGS: ZVRA) (Zevra, or the Company), a rare disease therapeutics company, today announced that Neil F. McFarlane has been named President and Chief Executive Officer of Zevra and appointed to the Board of Directors, effective October 10, 2023.
  • Mickle who has been serving as interim CEO and President since June 2023, and who will continue serving in her role as Chief Development Officer.
  • I look forward to joining this talented team of professionals who are poised to accelerate our mission to deliver new therapies to the rare disease community,” said Neil F. McFarlane, President and Chief Executive Officer of Zevra.
  • The option and restricted stock units were granted as inducements material to the executive entering into employment with Zevra in accordance with Nasdaq Rule 5635(c)(4).

NeurAxis Highlights Strength of its Board of Directors

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Thursday, August 24, 2023

CARMEL, Ind., Aug. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NeurAxis, Inc. (NYSE American: NRXS), (“NeurAxis,” or the “Company”), a medical technology company commercializing neuromodulation therapies that address chronic and debilitating conditions in children and adults, today highlighted the strength of its board of directors.

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  • CARMEL, Ind., Aug. 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NeurAxis, Inc. (NYSE American: NRXS), (“NeurAxis,” or the “Company”), a medical technology company commercializing neuromodulation therapies that address chronic and debilitating conditions in children and adults, today highlighted the strength of its board of directors.
  • “We are fortunate to have a board with a depth of experience in relevant areas to NeurAxis, including medical device commercialization, commercial insurance, and finance.
  • “We are excited to have this strength at the board level as we continue to develop and drive adoption of our IB Stim Therapy™,” concluded Mr. Carrico.
  • The Company’s Board of Directors includes:
    Ms. Keyser has more than 20 years of experience in executive roles in population health.

Indigo IT, LLC Awarded Contract to Provide Cybersecurity Services for United States Army Reserve Command (USARC) at Fort Liberty, NC

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Tuesday, July 25, 2023

Indigo IT, LLC (Indigo IT), a leading Information Technology (IT) services provider, announced today that it has been awarded a contract to deliver comprehensive cybersecurity services for the United States Army Reserve Command (USARC) at Fort Liberty, NC.

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  • Indigo IT, LLC (Indigo IT), a leading Information Technology (IT) services provider, announced today that it has been awarded a contract to deliver comprehensive cybersecurity services for the United States Army Reserve Command (USARC) at Fort Liberty, NC.
  • This contract highlights Indigo IT's expertise in the federal contracting space and confirms its position as a trusted partner in the cybersecurity industry.
  • Under this contract, Indigo IT will apply its knowledge of cybersecurity and enterprise IT services to maintain and enhance USARC’s cybersecurity posture.
  • Indigo IT has also received the Small Business Administration’s National Prime Contractor of the Year award.

Textron Elects Retired General Michael X. Garrett to Board of Directors

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Monday, June 26, 2023

Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) announced that Michael X. Garrett has been elected to the company's Board of Directors, effective July 1, 2023.

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  • Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) announced that Michael X. Garrett has been elected to the company's Board of Directors, effective July 1, 2023.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230626643037/en/
    Michael X. Garrett has been elected to Textron's Board of Directors effective July 1, 2023.
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    “We are honored to add General Garrett to our Board," said Textron Chairman and CEO Scott Donnelly.
  • As FORSCOM Commander, General Garrett led 750,000 combat and support personnel through the COVID-19 pandemic and a shifting global security landscape.

Max Rose Joins Oaktree Solutions as Managing Director for Federal and International Affairs

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Monday, May 22, 2023

Oaktree Solutions announced today that Max Rose, former U.S. representative from New York and senior advisor to the secretary of defense, has joined the firm as the managing director for federal and international affairs.

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  • Oaktree Solutions announced today that Max Rose, former U.S. representative from New York and senior advisor to the secretary of defense, has joined the firm as the managing director for federal and international affairs.
  • Rose will draw on his experience in government, military, and the private sector to work with a diverse array of clients.
  • The values he learned in service—loyalty, compassion, resiliency, and a commitment to detailed planning—will enable him to meet their needs in any situation.
  • After leaving the active-duty military, Rose worked as the director of public engagement for Brooklyn District Attorney Kenneth Thompson.

Wreaths Across America Radio Holds “Serve and Succeed” RoundTable Discussion on Veteran Employment

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Thursday, May 18, 2023

This roundtable discussion will build upon this year’s Wreaths Across America (WAA) theme, “Serve and Succeed,” and addresses employment opportunities for veterans as well as pertinent information for those looking to hire veterans.

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  • This roundtable discussion will build upon this year’s Wreaths Across America (WAA) theme, “Serve and Succeed,” and addresses employment opportunities for veterans as well as pertinent information for those looking to hire veterans.
  • The roundtable will air exclusively on Wreaths Across America Radio , Wednesday, May 31, at 12pm EST and 5pm EST.
  • You can listen to Wreaths Across America Radio’s 24/7 internet stream anytime and anywhere on the iHeart Radio app, Audacy app, TuneIn app, or at www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/radio
    This is the ninth roundtable broadcast on Wreaths Across America Radio.
  • All panel discussions are broadcast exclusively on Wreaths Across America Radio.

American Urological Association Names New Public Policy Council Chair

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Thursday, January 12, 2023

BALTIMORE, Jan. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Urological Association (AUA) today announced that Mark T. Edney, MD, MBA, has been named the next Public Policy chair.

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  • BALTIMORE, Jan. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Urological Association (AUA) today announced that Mark T. Edney, MD, MBA, has been named the next Public Policy chair.
  • He will assume the role of chair-elect on June 1, 2023, and begin his four-year term as chair on June 1, 2024.
  • In his new role, Dr. Edney will lead the AUA Public Policy Council (PPC), providing strategic oversight on initiatives aimed at further shaping governmental, private, professional and socioeconomic issues affecting the delivery of urologic care.
  • Dr. Edney has also served as the president of Maryland's state urology coalition as well as president of the American Association of Clinical Urologists.

Concordance Names Clinton 'Lee' Holmes as Chief Administrative Officer

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Wednesday, September 7, 2022

ST. LOUIS, Sept. 07, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Concordance , a CARF accredited, non-profit re-entry program headquartered in St. Louis, announced today that Clinton "Lee" Holmes has joined Concordance as Chief Administrative Officer.

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  • ST. LOUIS, Sept. 07, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Concordance , a CARF accredited, non-profit re-entry program headquartered in St. Louis, announced today that Clinton "Lee" Holmes has joined Concordance as Chief Administrative Officer.
  • In his role at Concordance, Mr. Holmes will be responsible for executing administrative oversight for several departments across the organization including finance, human resources, information technology, and facilities.
  • Before joining Triad Manufacturing, Mr. Holmes was the Chief Operating Officer of NVision IT where he managed navigating business relationships within the government contracting sector.
  • "As Chief Administrative Officer, Lee's role will be critical to our organization as we expand the Concordance Re-Entry Model nationally to 11 new cities in the next five years.

Top National Political Reporter Neil W. McCabe Hired to Lead OAN's Florida Coverage

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Friday, August 19, 2022

SAN DIEGO, Aug. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- One America News Network ("OAN"), a 24/7 source of credible national and international news announced today that journalist Neil W. McCabe has joined the network and will be leading Florida coverage from OAN's Tallahassee bureau.

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  • "Neil is recognized as one of the top national political reporters.
  • We're thrilled he's leading our coverage in Florida as Florida news is becoming national news, especially as we head into the 2024 Presidential race," said Charles Herring, president of OAN.
  • "In addition to his Florida coverage, Neil will also be taking on other assignments around the country, including contributing to OAN's 2022 midterm coverage," stated Herring.
  • "Florida is ground-zero for battles over parents' rights, COVID-19, education reform and gun rights," stated McCabe.

Hypori Wins Most Innovative Mobile Device Security Solution at the 10th Annual Global InfoSec Awards, Presented at the 2022 RSA Conference

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Monday, June 6, 2022

Hypori , the award-winning SaaS company transforming secure access to data from the edge, is proud to announce that Hypori Halo was awarded Most Innovative Mobile Device Solution at the 10th Annual Global InfoSec Awards at the RSA Conference 2022.

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  • Hypori , the award-winning SaaS company transforming secure access to data from the edge, is proud to announce that Hypori Halo was awarded Most Innovative Mobile Device Solution at the 10th Annual Global InfoSec Awards at the RSA Conference 2022.
  • The award was presented by Cyber Defense Magazine (CDM), the industrys leading electronic information security magazine.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220606005829/en/
    Hypori wins "Most Innovative Mobile Device Security Solution" at the 10th Annual Global InfoSec Awards at the RSA Conference 2022.
  • Companies and government agencies using bring-your-own-device, or BYOD, programs can finally empower their workforce to operate with 100% privacy from any personal device.