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NewDay USA Named Finalist for U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation's 2023 Citizens Awards

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Monday, October 23, 2023

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Oct. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NewDay USA, a fintech company and one of the nation's leading VA mortgage lenders, announced today that it was named a finalist for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation's 2023 Citizens Awards, honoring purpose-driven businesses for their leadership in solving the world's biggest challenges. NewDay USA was nominated in the Best Corporate Steward: Small and Middle Market Business category for its commitment toward improving the lives of veterans and their families and helping them realize the American dream of homeownership.

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  • WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Oct. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NewDay USA , a fintech company and one of the nation's leading VA mortgage lenders, announced today that it was named a finalist for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation's 2023 Citizens Awards, honoring purpose-driven businesses for their leadership in solving the world's biggest challenges.
  • "We're delighted the U.S. Chamber Foundation has recognized our work giving back to those who have made immense sacrifices for our nation," NewDay USA CEO Rob Posner said.
  • A total of 28 companies in nine categories have been named finalists for this year's Citizens Awards.
  • Winners will be announced at the 25th Annual Conference and Corporate Citizenship Awards ceremony on November 1 and 2 in Washington, D.C.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid and Booz Allen Hamilton’s Recreation.gov Project Both Recognized for Outstanding Work

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Thursday, September 14, 2023

The Service to the Citizen Awards recognize government officials and their industry partners who have exemplified dedication to improving the lives of employees and customers.

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  • The Service to the Citizen Awards recognize government officials and their industry partners who have exemplified dedication to improving the lives of employees and customers.
  • As an industry partner to both agencies, LaunchDarkly is delighted to announce that Booz Allen Hamilton (BAH) and Recreation.gov (R1S), along with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) are each recognized with a 2023 Service to the Citizen Award for the transformation of their respective services.
  • “At LaunchDarkly, our mission has always been to empower developers and organizations to rapidly, collaboratively, and safely transform their applications.
  • The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services is responsible for managing one of the most highly visited government websites in the U.S., Medicare.gov.

HER MAJESTY THE QUEEN CONSORT HONORS DANI STEPHENSON WITH PLATINUM CHAMPIONS AWARD

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Tuesday, April 4, 2023

LONDON, April 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As the world turns its attention to Buckingham Palace in anticipation of the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III and Her Majesty The Queen Consort, Dani Stephenson reflects on receiving the Platinum Champion honor.

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  • LONDON, April 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As the world turns its attention to Buckingham Palace in anticipation of the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III and Her Majesty The Queen Consort, Dani Stephenson reflects on receiving the Platinum Champion honor.
  • Stephenson received a uniquely designed Platinum Champion Jubilee pin and a signed certificate from Her Majesty The Queen Consort on behalf of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
  • With over five thousand nominations for the prestigious honor, Dani was handpicked by an esteemed panel of judges that included Ade Adepitan (MBE), Gyles Brandreth, Elaine Paige (OBE), Felicity Kendal (CBE), Julie Siddiqi (MBE), Myleene Klass, and Her Majesty The Queen Consort herself.
  • Stephenson was recognized for his work with Straight Forward Giving, the charity he founded in 2015.

HER MAJESTY THE QUEEN CONSORT HONORS DANI STEPHENSON WITH PLATINUM CHAMPIONS AWARD

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Tuesday, April 4, 2023

LONDON, April 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As the world turns its attention to Buckingham Palace in anticipation of the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III and Her Majesty The Queen Consort, Dani Stephenson reflects on receiving the Platinum Champion honor.

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  • LONDON, April 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As the world turns its attention to Buckingham Palace in anticipation of the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III and Her Majesty The Queen Consort, Dani Stephenson reflects on receiving the Platinum Champion honor.
  • Stephenson received a uniquely designed Platinum Champion Jubilee pin and a signed certificate from Her Majesty The Queen Consort on behalf of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
  • With over five thousand nominations for the prestigious honor, Dani was handpicked by an esteemed panel of judges that included Ade Adepitan (MBE), Gyles Brandreth, Elaine Paige (OBE), Felicity Kendal (CBE), Julie Siddiqi (MBE), Myleene Klass, and Her Majesty The Queen Consort herself.
  • Stephenson was recognized for his work with Straight Forward Giving, the charity he founded in 2015.

Sempra Foundation Wins U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation's Top Honor for Corporate Citizenship

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Tuesday, November 29, 2022

This prestigious honor was earned for Sempra Foundation's support of energy access programs designed to strengthen communities and create opportunities for all.

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  • This prestigious honor was earned for Sempra Foundation's support of energy access programs designed to strengthen communities and create opportunities for all.
  • Companies and chambers of commerce from around the globe compete for the Citizens Awards, making it one of the most coveted recognitions in corporate citizenship.
  • "Sempra Foundation, through Sempra's support, has done exceptional work to expand reliable, cleaner energy access for under-resourced communities," said Marc DeCourcey, senior vice president of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation.
  • The U.S. Chamber Foundation announced the winners of this year's Citizens Awards on November 16, 2022, at the 2022 Corporate Citizenship Conference and Awards: Business Solves.

Lendmark Financial Recognized as Best in Corporate Citizenship by U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s 23rd Annual Citizens Awards

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Thursday, November 17, 2022

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation has named Lendmark Financial Services , an Atlanta-based leading provider of household credit and consumer loan solutions, as the winner of the 23rd Annual Citizens Awards , in the category of Best Corporate Steward: Small and Middle-Market Business.

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  • The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation has named Lendmark Financial Services , an Atlanta-based leading provider of household credit and consumer loan solutions, as the winner of the 23rd Annual Citizens Awards , in the category of Best Corporate Steward: Small and Middle-Market Business.
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    The 23rd Annual Citizens Awards.
  • Companies and chambers of commerce from around the globe compete for the Citizens Awards, making it one of the most prestigious honors in corporate citizenship.
  • The U.S. Chamber Foundation announced the winners of this years Citizens Awards on Nov. 16, 2022, at the Corporate Citizenship Conference: Business Solves.

Maximus Awarded $100 Million Contract by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to Extend CDC-INFO Program

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Monday, November 14, 2022

Maximus (NYSE: MMS), a leading employer and provider of government services worldwide, today announced it had been awarded a contract for one base year plus four option years from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

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  • Maximus (NYSE: MMS), a leading employer and provider of government services worldwide, today announced it had been awarded a contract for one base year plus four option years from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
  • Under the contract, which has an awarded value of $100 million over five years, Maximus will leverage its technology capabilities and operational improvement skills for the CDC-INFO program, which provides critical health information to millions of Americans.
  • Maximus has supported the CDC-INFO program throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • This included the implementation of the National COVID-19 Vaccination Assistance Hotline (CDC-VAX) and its growth as the need for expertise surged.

Sharebite Completes SOC 2® Type 1 Attestation with Laika

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Tuesday, October 18, 2022

NEW YORK, Oct. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sharebite, the leading food benefits platform designed for the modern workforce, announced today they have completed the SOC 2® Type 1 attestation.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sharebite , the leading food benefits platform designed for the modern workforce, announced today they have completed the SOC 2 Type 1 attestation.
  • "Completing the SOC-2 Type 1 attestation demonstrates the maturity of our technology infrastructure," says Dilip Rao, CEO and Co-Founder at Sharebite.
  • As part of the attestation process, Sharebite completed a thorough SOC 2 Type 1 compliance audit, providing documentation on processes, data management infrastructure, and a progressive approach to data access permissions.
  • Sharebite executed SOC 2 Type 1 by working with Laika's integrated audit feature via Laika Compliance, LLC.

Bayer Wins U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s Annual Citizens Award

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Thursday, November 18, 2021

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation today awarded its Annual Citizens Award in the Best Health & Wellness category to Bayer U.S. for the companys industry leading efforts with Kits4Life, a program that repurposes non-used clinical trial supplies to help people in need.

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  • The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation today awarded its Annual Citizens Award in the Best Health & Wellness category to Bayer U.S. for the companys industry leading efforts with Kits4Life, a program that repurposes non-used clinical trial supplies to help people in need.
  • The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundations Citizens Awards program recognizes the most innovative and impactful corporate citizenship initiatives raising the bar on social responsibility and accelerating momentum for a more resilient, inclusive, and sustainable future.
  • We are excited to be recognized by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation with this award.
  • The award was announced during the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundations 2021 Corporate Citizenship Conference, which explored how the private sector brings innovative solutions to societys most pressing challenges.

Aflac Wins U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Top Corporate Citizenship Award for its Commitment to Diversity, Philanthropy and Social Good

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Monday, November 22, 2021

Every day we leverage our talent, resources and operations to leave a lasting impact on those around us."

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  • Every day we leverage our talent, resources and operations to leave a lasting impact on those around us."
  • In 2020, Aflac employees volunteered more than 10,000 hours and gave $400,000 to the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center of Children's Healthcare of Atlanta.
  • "Aflac embodies what it means to be a force for good in communities," said Marc DeCourcey, senior vice president of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation.
  • For more information about Aflac and its commitment to serving communities, visit Aflac's Corporate Citizenship webpage, and to learn more about the company's environmental, social and governance efforts, visit esg.aflac.com .