MERRILLVILLE

WHITE LODGING NAMED 2024 GALLUP EXCEPTIONAL WORKPLACE AWARD WINNER

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
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Merrillville, Indiana, March 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- White Lodging was named one of the 60 companies across the globe as a winner of the 2024 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award.

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  • Merrillville, Indiana, March 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- White Lodging was named one of the 60 companies across the globe as a winner of the 2024 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award.
  • This is the fourth time White Lodging has earned the award and it currently employs more than 6,000 associates.
  • “An engaged workplace is a thriving workplace,” said AJ Brow, Chief Human Resources Officer at White Lodging.
  • For a complete list of award winners and more about the selection process, visit the winner page on Gallup.com .

AM Best Revises Outlooks to Positive for American Inter-Fidelity Exchange

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024
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AM Best has revised the outlooks to positive from stable and affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A- (Excellent) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a-” (Excellent) of American Inter-Fidelity Exchange (AIFE) (Merrillville, IN).

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  • AM Best has revised the outlooks to positive from stable and affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A- (Excellent) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a-” (Excellent) of American Inter-Fidelity Exchange (AIFE) (Merrillville, IN).
  • The outlooks revised to positive reflect AIFE’s strong organic surplus growth that has taken place over the previous five-year period, further enhancing its very strong balance sheet strength assessment.
  • The shift has led to consistent levels of favorable reserve development over the most recent five-year period as CAL exposures run off.
  • AM Best is a global credit rating agency, news publisher and data analytics provider specializing in the insurance industry.

KIMPTON HOTELS & RESTAURANTS ANNOUNCES KIMPTON SANTO HOTEL IN SAN ANTONIO

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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San Antonio, Feb. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio, announces today the name of its first hotel in San Antonio, Kimpton Santo ( https://www.santohotelsanantonio.com ), set to open in late 2024.

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  • San Antonio, Feb. 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio, announces today the name of its first hotel in San Antonio, Kimpton Santo ( https://www.santohotelsanantonio.com ), set to open in late 2024.
  • The inspiration behind Kimpton Santo’s name stems from the soulful essence of San Antonio’s namesake, Saint Anthony, along with the history of the land on which the hotel resides.
  • Lander is a certified hotel sales leader and brings more than 25 years’ experience in hospitality sales to his role at the Kimpton Santo.
  • Prior to his role at Kimpton Santo, Lander worked with Omni Hotels & Resorts in properties across San Antonio and Austin.

HIGHLY ANTICIPATED PLAZA SAN ANTONIO HOTEL & SPA, AUTOGRAPH COLLECTION, OPENING THIS WEEK

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024
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San Antonio, Jan. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- San Antonio’s first Autograph Collection Hotel, Plaza San Antonio Hotel & Spa , is set to open this Thursday, January 18.

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  • San Antonio, Jan. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- San Antonio’s first Autograph Collection Hotel, Plaza San Antonio Hotel & Spa , is set to open this Thursday, January 18.
  • “Plaza San Antonio Hotel & Spa is like nothing else in the city, offering luxury amenities in a garden oasis rooted in history,” said General Manager Juan Flores.
  • Luxury and wellness amenities are complete at Plaza San Antonio with the addition of a new day spa  – The Spa Plaza San Antonio .
  • Plaza San Antonio is the only Autograph Collection hotel in San Antonio.

LOCAL COLLEGE OFFERS FREE SHAVES TO SUPPORT CANCER RESEARCH

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Friday, November 10, 2023
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CHICAGO, Nov. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Denmark College, with campuses in both Chicago and Merrillville, Indiana, is running a "Free-Shave November" campaign this month to support cancer research. The school, which grooms future barbers as well as other professionals, is putting its own spin on national No-Shave November by donating $2 per free shave to the V Foundation. The V Foundation awards 100% of direct donations to cancer research.

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  • CHICAGO, Nov. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Denmark College, with campuses in both Chicago and Merrillville, Indiana, is running a "Free-Shave November" campaign this month to support cancer research.
  • The V Foundation awards 100% of direct donations to cancer research.
  • Participants can look good and raise funds for cancer research at the same time!
  • Denmark College is proud of its continued commitment to providing exceptional education in the fields of barbering, cosmetology and medical assisting.

DENMARK COLLEGE PROUDLY ANNOUNCES "FREE-SHAVE NOVEMBER" CAMPAIGN

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023
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CHICAGO, Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Denmark College is excited to announce their upcoming "Free-Shave November" campaign. With national No-Shave November approaching, Denmark College will put its own spin on it: Participants can look good and raise funds for cancer research at the same time!

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  • CHICAGO, Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Denmark College is excited to announce their upcoming "Free-Shave November" campaign.
  • During Free-Shave November, Denmark College will donate $2 to the V Foundation for every free shave performed by their students studying barbering.
  • Denmark College is proud of its continued commitment to providing exceptional education and grooming future professionals in the fields of barbering, cosmetology and medical assisting.
  • "At Denmark College, we believe in the power of a 'you-centric' education," said Aaron Young, director of the Chicago campus.

David Meisner Rejoins White Lodging as Regional Vice President

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Thursday, August 17, 2023
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Merrillville, Indiana, Aug. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- White Lodging is pleased to announce that David Meisner has rejoined the company as its newest Regional Vice President.

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  • Merrillville, Indiana, Aug. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- White Lodging is pleased to announce that David Meisner has rejoined the company as its newest Regional Vice President.
  • Meisner joins the company’s deep operations leadership team and will oversee a portfolio of White Lodging hotels and restaurants across the country.
  • Meisner worked for White Lodging from 2014 to 2022.
  • “I’m thrilled to be a part of what’s next at White Lodging.”
    Prior to White Lodging, Meisner worked for Winegardner & Hammons as a General Manager at several hotels.

Wilson Elser Expands Midwest Presence with Laterals in New Indianapolis, Indiana, Office

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023
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NEW YORK, Aug. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- National law firm Wilson Elser announced today that it has opened a new office in Indianapolis, Indiana.

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  • NEW YORK, Aug. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- National law firm Wilson Elser announced today that it has opened a new office in Indianapolis, Indiana.
  • Heading up the new office is Joseph V. Macha, an experienced trial attorney and former managing partner of the Indianapolis office of Foley Mansfield.
  • "We're expanding our Midwest presence at the request of our clients," said David Holmes, the firm's Midwest Region Managing Partner.
  • "The firm's enhanced presence in Indiana headed by Joe is a double win for Wilson Elser.

New Rally House Store & Job Opportunities Coming to Merrillville, IN

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Friday, August 11, 2023
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Fans can count on this future Rally House store for an expansive assortment of popular professional and collegiate teams alongside remarkable local merchandise.

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  • Fans can count on this future Rally House store for an expansive assortment of popular professional and collegiate teams alongside remarkable local merchandise.
  • Rally House Southlake Mall will also offer a variety of job openings, including important leadership roles.
  • Furthermore, residents around Merrillville will appreciate the many employment opportunities available at this new Rally House store.
  • The Rally House Recruiting Team is ready to connect with hard-working candidates and fill the various open positions at Rally House Southlake Mall.

The world's largest operator of indoor gun ranges opened a new store in Mishawaka, IN!

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023
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CINCINNATI, April 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Range USA, the world's largest operator of indoor gun ranges, opened its 41st location in Mishawaka , Indiana on April 24th, 2023.

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  • CINCINNATI, April 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Range USA, the world's largest operator of indoor gun ranges, opened its 41st location in Mishawaka , Indiana on April 24th, 2023.
  • "Our Merrillville store opened in 2018, which attracted many Mishawaka customers as well.
  • "As part of that mission, we want to set the standard for approachable, clean, and safe indoor gun ranges.
  • Recently, Range USA and USCCA, the largest self-defense association, formed a strategic partnership centered on educating gun owners about the importance of firearm safety.