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Fairfax Announces the Passing of Eric Salsberg

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Monday, May 6, 2024

TORONTO, May 06, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited (“Fairfax”) (TSX: FFH and FFH.U) announces with great sadness the passing of Eric P. Salsberg, who joined Fairfax in 1988 after acting as counsel to Fairfax on every major transaction it undertook since its founding in 1985.

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  • TORONTO, May 06, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited (“Fairfax”) (TSX: FFH and FFH.U) announces with great sadness the passing of Eric P. Salsberg, who joined Fairfax in 1988 after acting as counsel to Fairfax on every major transaction it undertook since its founding in 1985.
  • Rick served as Vice President – Corporate Affairs and Corporate Secretary for Fairfax, and provided strategic advice and guidance on countless transactions undertaken by the company over the years.
  • He loved Fairfax and we would not have achieved the success we have without him.
  • Ricky was our partner, trusted friend, and indispensable advisor for 38 years, and all of us here at Fairfax loved him, as did his family, friends, neighbours, and business colleagues,” said Prem Watsa, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Fairfax.

Clean Air Partners Urges Region to Fight Hidden Backyard Pollution Hazards

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Monday, May 6, 2024

As part of this year’s campaign, Clean Air Partners is hosting a series of events at Baltimore-Washington area hardware stores to educate locals on how to fight hidden backyard pollution hazards.

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  • As part of this year’s campaign, Clean Air Partners is hosting a series of events at Baltimore-Washington area hardware stores to educate locals on how to fight hidden backyard pollution hazards.
  • For more information and resources for Air Quality Awareness week, including the Clean Air Partners Air Quality app, visit cleanairpartners.net.
  • Clean Air Partners is a public-private partnership educating the greater metropolitan Baltimore-Washington region about health risks associated with poor air quality and the impacts everyday actions have on the environment.
  • Since 1997, Clean Air Partners has been dedicated to empowering individuals and organizations to take simple actions to reduce air pollution, protect public health, and improve air quality.

Odyssey Group Announces Leadership Change

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Thursday, May 2, 2024

Odyssey Group Holdings, Inc. (Odyssey Group) today announced a leadership change that further builds upon the Company’s succession plan that was put in place in February 2023.

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  • Odyssey Group Holdings, Inc. (Odyssey Group) today announced a leadership change that further builds upon the Company’s succession plan that was put in place in February 2023.
  • Odyssey Reinsurance Company’s global CEO, Carl Overy, will succeed Brian Young as CEO of Odyssey Group effective January 1, 2025.
  • Mr. Overy will be responsible for Odyssey Group’s global operations, overseeing its three underwriting franchises: OdysseyRe, Hudson Insurance Group and Newline Group.
  • He was appointed global CEO of OdysseyRe in 2023 and previously served for 15 years as the CEO of Odyssey Group’s London Market Division, which encompasses both the London branch of Odyssey Reinsurance Company and Newline Group, the international insurance arm of Odyssey Group.

AFCEA International Announces The 2024 Cyber Edge Writing Award Winners

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Thursday, April 18, 2024

In AFCEA ’s fourth annual The Cyber Edge writing competition, sponsored by ManTech , 37 thought leaders challenged themselves to write articles that addressed this year’s theme, Mitigating Cyber Threats Today and Into the Future.

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  • In AFCEA ’s fourth annual The Cyber Edge writing competition, sponsored by ManTech , 37 thought leaders challenged themselves to write articles that addressed this year’s theme, Mitigating Cyber Threats Today and Into the Future.
  • Winners will receive engraved awards and monetary prizes and will be recognized during an awards ceremony at AFCEA International’s TechNet Cyber conference, June 25-27 in Baltimore.
  • All three winning articles will be published in SIGNAL Magazine’s July 2024 issue as part of The Cyber Edge special section.
  • AFCEA International is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit international professional association that connects people, ideas and solutions globally.

FireFly Neuroscience Announces Healthcare Science and AI Industry Leader David DeCaprio to Join Board of Directors

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024

FAIRFAX, Va. and TORONTO, April 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Firefly Neuroscience, Inc. (“Firefly” or the “Company”), a pioneering AI company developing innovative neuroscientific solutions to improve outcomes for patients with mental illnesses and neurological disorders, announces that Healthcare Science and AI Industry leader, David DeCaprio (“DeCaprio”), has entered into an agreement to join the Company’s Board of Directors upon completion of the anticipated merger with WaveDancer, Inc. (“WaveDancer”) (NASDAQ: WAVD).

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  • FAIRFAX, Va. and TORONTO, April 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Firefly Neuroscience, Inc. (“Firefly” or the “Company”), a pioneering AI company developing innovative neuroscientific solutions to improve outcomes for patients with mental illnesses and neurological disorders, announces that Healthcare Science and AI Industry leader, David DeCaprio (“DeCaprio”), has entered into an agreement to join the Company’s Board of Directors upon completion of the anticipated merger with WaveDancer, Inc. (“WaveDancer”) (NASDAQ: WAVD).
  • This appointment is a key step towards Firefly’s anticipated start of trading on the NASDAQ.
  • DeCaprio has significant experience transitioning advanced technology from academic research labs into successful businesses.
  • He is a Co-founder of ClosedLoop.ai, which has been recognized as the #1 AI platform for healthcare from 2022 through 2024.

Stevie® Awards Announce Winners in 18th Annual Stevie® Awards for Sales & Customer Service

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Monday, April 15, 2024

FAIRFAX, Va., April 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Winners in the 18th annual Stevie® Awards for Sales & Customer Service, recognized as the world's top customer service awards and sales awards , were unveiled on Friday night at a gala ceremony in Las Vegas, Nevada USA, attended by more than 400 executives from around the world.

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  • FAIRFAX, Va., April 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Winners in the 18th annual Stevie® Awards for Sales & Customer Service, recognized as the world's top customer service awards and sales awards , were unveiled on Friday night at a gala ceremony in Las Vegas, Nevada USA, attended by more than 400 executives from around the world.
  • The 10 most-honored organizations in the 2024 Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service received Grand (“best in show”) Stevie Award trophies.
  • Winners of the 2024 People's Choice Stevie® Awards for Favorite Customer Service, announced on April 4, were also honored at the April 12 awards gala.
  • Nominations for the 2025 edition of the Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service will be accepted starting this July.

Eutimio “Tim” Reyna III Joins AFCEA International as CIO/CTO

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Monday, April 15, 2024

Fairfax, VA, April 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AFCEA International is pleased to announce the appointment of former Army Chief Warrant Officer 4 Eutimio “Tim” Reyna III as chief information officer (CIO) and chief technology officer (CTO).

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  • Fairfax, VA, April 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AFCEA International is pleased to announce the appointment of former Army Chief Warrant Officer 4 Eutimio “Tim” Reyna III as chief information officer (CIO) and chief technology officer (CTO).
  • In this capacity, Reyna will head up day-to-day AFCEA International IT operations and lead outreach efforts to the national security IT community.
  • Reyna comes to AFCEA after serving for two years as senior manager and lead for Defense Portfolio Army Growth at Accenture Federal Services after having served in the U.S. Army.
  • AFCEA International is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit international professional association that connects people, ideas and solutions globally.

AFCEA Announces Winners of New Intelligence Community Award

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Friday, April 12, 2024

Sponsored by AFCEA International 's Intelligence Committee , the award was created specifically to address the need for—and recognize the value of—innovation in intelligence.

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  • Sponsored by AFCEA International 's Intelligence Committee , the award was created specifically to address the need for—and recognize the value of—innovation in intelligence.
  • Winners were recognized at the annual AFCEA International Spring Intelligence Symposium last month.
  • He briefed the results to Congress, senior leaders in the intelligence community and senior military leaders, including the Chief of Staff of the Air Force.
  • “This unique award shines a light on the ever-impressive achievements of our S&TI workforce and how they tirelessly work to maintain a competitive advantage,” said Lewis Shepherd, the AFCEA Intelligence committee chair.

Crestline Selected to Manage the Kimpton Alton Hotel Fisherman’s Wharf San Francisco

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024

FAIRFAX, Va., April 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Crestline Hotels & Resorts, LLC (“Crestline”) announced it has been selected to manage the 248 guest room Kimpton Alton Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco.

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  • FAIRFAX, Va., April 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Crestline Hotels & Resorts, LLC (“Crestline”) announced it has been selected to manage the 248 guest room Kimpton Alton Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco.
  • The luxe hotel offers guests a new perspective on comfort with an unpretentious yet upscale atmosphere that complements the vibe of Fisherman’s Wharf.
  • “The Kimpton Alton Hotel is truly a one-of-a-kind hotel that uniquely embraces the character and charm of this iconic neighborhood while creating a contemporary and personalized guest experience,” said James Carroll, President & CEO of Crestline Hotels & Resorts.
  • The Kimpton Alton Fisherman’s Wharf is located at 2700 Jones Street, San Francisco, CA 94133.

Prem Watsa Named 2024 Insurance Hall of Fame Laureate

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Thursday, April 18, 2024

The International Insurance Society (IIS) has named Prem Watsa, the Founder, Chairman and CEO of Toronto-based Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited , the 2024 Insurance Hall of Fame Laureate.

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  • The International Insurance Society (IIS) has named Prem Watsa, the Founder, Chairman and CEO of Toronto-based Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited , the 2024 Insurance Hall of Fame Laureate.
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    Prem Watsa, the Founder, Chairman and CEO of Toronto-based Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited, has been named the 2024 Insurance Hall of Fame Laureate by the International Insurance Society.
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    The Insurance Hall of Fame recognizes leaders who have made a broad, encompassing, and lasting contribution to the insurance industry.
  • “As the 2024 Insurance Hall of Fame Laureate, Mr. Prem Watsa's legacy of excellence, ingenuity and integrity continues to inspire future generations in the insurance industry and beyond,” says Josh Landau, President of the International Insurance Society.