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American Water Named as a Top Performer for Training & Development and Workforce Composition by JUST Capital

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., announced today that it has been named a Top Performer for Training & Development and Workforce Composition by JUST Capital on their 2024 JUST Jobs Scorecard.

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  • American Water (NYSE: AWK), the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., announced today that it has been named a Top Performer for Training & Development and Workforce Composition by JUST Capital on their 2024 JUST Jobs Scorecard.
  • The JUST Jobs Scorecard utilizes publicly disclosed data to assess company progress on key corporate disclosure and performance metrics pertaining to job quality.
  • American Water’s recognition in Training & Development and Workforce Composition highlights its continued commitment to career development, training and tuition reimbursement opportunities, as well as diversity in leadership.
  • American Water was also recently named one of America’s Most JUST Companies by JUST Capital and CNBC.

Sempra Named a Best Employer for Diversity by Forbes

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Thursday, April 25, 2024
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SAN DIEGO, April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sempra (NYSE: SRE) (BMV: SRE) has been named to Forbes Best Employers for Diversity in 2024, marking the sixth consecutive year the company has earned a spot on the annual list recognizing strong workforce development and employee engagement practices.

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  • SAN DIEGO, April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sempra (NYSE: SRE) (BMV: SRE) has been named to Forbes Best Employers for Diversity in 2024, marking the sixth consecutive year the company has earned a spot on the annual list recognizing strong workforce development and employee engagement practices.
  • "At Sempra, we recognize that business performance starts with a high-performance culture — one that is anchored in safety, operational excellence and employee development – and continuously strengthened by the diversity of our employees' backgrounds and experiences," said Deborah Martin, vice president of people and culture and chief diversity officer of Sempra.
  • "We have created a workplace where our employees can feel secure sharing their unique opinions, perspectives and insights.
  • The Best Employers for Diversity 2024, presented by Forbes and Statista Inc., were identified in an independent survey from a sample of over 170,000 U.S.-based employees working for companies employing at least 1,000 people within the U.S.

LoanSnap Joins NVIDIA Inception to Revolutionize Financial Health with AI

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Wednesday, April 24, 2024
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SAN FRANCISCO, April 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LoanSnap today announced it has joined NVIDIA Inception , a program that nurtures startups revolutionizing industries with technological advancements.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, April 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LoanSnap today announced it has joined NVIDIA Inception , a program that nurtures startups revolutionizing industries with technological advancements.
  • LoanSnap plans to use the resources available through NVIDIA Inception, including technological assistance and hardware access, to accelerate its LoanFlow product and find even more ways to help consumers save money.
  • "With support from NVIDIA Inception, we're poised to unlock 30% more options for our customers to save money.
  • LoanSnap is at the forefront of fintech innovation, dedicated to improving American financial health through advanced technology.

New Research Shows Nearly 70% of Gen Z & Millennials Are Curious About Broadway. So Why Aren't They Coming?

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Wednesday, April 24, 2024
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NEW YORK, April 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- New research released today reveals that while nearly 70%* of Gen Z and Millennials are curious about Broadway, they have been left in the dark by an industry recovering from a period of turbulence. With the industry in need of new, engaged audiences, what must Broadway do to get young people to the theater? The full report, Broadway's Next Act: Gen Zs and Millennials, can be downloaded at NoGuarantees.com.

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  • 40% of Gen Z and Millennials say they've never seen anything about Broadway in their social media feeds.
  • The research was commissioned by No Guarantees , the Tony Award-winning, theatrical production company, in partnership with leading trends and generation research firm Culture Co-Op .
  • While there has been extensive reporting about Broadway's struggle to attract new audiences, this study shows that theater-curious Gen Z and Millennials have been left in the dark by the industry.
  • Gen Z & Millennials are all about keeping Broadway true to its roots while modernizing its marketing via social media.

Persistent Announces FY2024 Revenue of $1,186M

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Sunday, April 21, 2024
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The final dividend recommended by the Board is subject to the approval of the members during the ensuing Annual General Meeting.

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  • The final dividend recommended by the Board is subject to the approval of the members during the ensuing Annual General Meeting.
  • In January 2024, the Board had declared an interim dividend of ₹32 per share on the face value of ₹10 per share.
  • Our determination to excel in everything we do has helped us set new benchmarks in the industry.
  • We were also included in three prestigious capital market indices – MSCI India Index, S&P BSE 100, and S&P BSE SENSEX Next 50.

Persistent Announces FY2024 Revenue of $1,186M

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Sunday, April 21, 2024
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The final dividend recommended by the Board is subject to the approval of the members during the ensuing Annual General Meeting.

Key Points: 
  • The final dividend recommended by the Board is subject to the approval of the members during the ensuing Annual General Meeting.
  • In January 2024, the Board had declared an interim dividend of ₹32 per share on the face value of ₹10 per share.
  • Our determination to excel in everything we do has helped us set new benchmarks in the industry.
  • We were also included in three prestigious capital market indices – MSCI India Index, S&P BSE 100, and S&P BSE SENSEX Next 50.

Ted Benna, "Father of the 401(k)," Joins Salt Labs as Strategic Advisor to Help Rethink Financial Wellness for Frontline Workers

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Thursday, April 18, 2024
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He believes that Salt Labs has created an innovative, non-cash rewards and incentives plan that can help frontline workers build for the future.

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  • He believes that Salt Labs has created an innovative, non-cash rewards and incentives plan that can help frontline workers build for the future.
  • As Strategic Advisor to Salt Labs, Benna will be invested in the go-to-market strategy aimed at employers who want to help their frontline workers with a rewards and incentives platform specifically designed for their needs.
  • "I'm thrilled that Ted has chosen to work with us to help improve financial wellness outcomes for everyday Americans.
  • What we are doing here is essential to building a savings movement among frontline workers, and it's long overdue."

Anixa Biosciences Welcomes Celebrity Oncologist Dr. Sanjay Juneja to its Cancer Business Advisory Board

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Thursday, April 18, 2024
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SAN JOSE, Calif., April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Anixa Biosciences, Inc. ("Anixa" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: ANIX), a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on the treatment and prevention of cancer, today announced the appointment of Sanjay Juneja, MD to its Cancer Business Advisory Board.

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  • SAN JOSE, Calif., April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Anixa Biosciences, Inc. ("Anixa" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: ANIX), a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on the treatment and prevention of cancer, today announced the appointment of Sanjay Juneja, MD to its Cancer Business Advisory Board.
  • Anixa Chairman and CEO Dr. Amit Kumar stated, "Dr. Juneja is an accomplished medical oncologist who has earned status as a top media personality on cancer prevention and treatment innovations.
  • Dr. Sanjay Juneja is a board-certified hematologist and medical oncologist currently practicing in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
  • Anixa Biosciences' Cancer Business Advisory Board is an elite group that includes members such as Karen Knudsen, Ph.D., current CEO of the American Cancer Society; Gary Reedy, previous CEO of the American Cancer Society; Mike Shepard, Ph.D., inventor of Herceptin; and many others.

Ellis Island Honors Society announces the 2024 Ellis Island Medals of Honor recipients

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
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NEW YORK, April 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Ellis Island Honors Society (EIHS) has today announced the recipients of the Annual Ellis Island Medals of Honor, which include: Curator of TED Talks Chris Anderson; NYSE Chair Sharon Bowen; former chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Joseph F. Dunford, Jr.; Princeton University President Christopher L. Eisgruber; actor, comedian, author, and television personality Whoopi Goldberg; CEO of The Recording Academy, Harvey Mason Jr.; philanthropist and financier Michael Milken;  CEO of Fortune Magazine Alan Murray; Craigslist founder Craig Newmark; President and CEO Montefiore Medicine Dr. Philip Ozuah; businesswoman and actress Priscilla Presley;  businessman and philanthropist David Rockefeller Jr.; award-winning documentary filmmaker, author, artist and conservationist Susan Rockefeller; Founder of CNBC and MSNBC Tom Rogers.                                                                                                                                      

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  • This year, a total of 88 honorees will be honored for their contributions in finance, entertainment, technology, philanthropy and media.
  • EIHS is a 501(c)3 non-profit, which, in addition to presenting the Ellis Island Medals of Honor, is a humanitarian organization supporting educational opportunities for students with immigrant heritage and preserving the Ellis Island National Monument.
  • The Ellis Island Medals of Honor ranks among the nation's most renowned awards.
  • The U.S. Senate and House of Representatives have officially recognized the Ellis Island Medals of Honor, and each year the recipients are listed in the Congressional Record.

JOHNSTON & MURPHY UNVEILS NEW LOOK WITH LATEST BRAND CAMPAIGN

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Monday, April 15, 2024
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NASHVILLE, Tenn., April 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, American premium lifestyle brand, Johnston & Murphy reveals its new image campaign titled, 'Not Your Dad's Shoe Company.' Designed to reshape how customers think of the 174-year-old brand, the bold new campaign highlights the company's deep heritage while inspiring audiences to perceive Johnston & Murphy as more than a dress shoe company. The 'Not Your Dad's Shoe Company' campaign is part of a strategic repositioning that leverages the brand's rich legacy while modernizing to remain relevant and breakthrough in today's landscape. Johnston & Murphy tapped creative agency, Wolfgang, to put a fresh lens on the brand that will resonate with an audience that values quality craftsmanship, classic style and enduring value.

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  • NASHVILLE, Tenn., April 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, American premium lifestyle brand, Johnston & Murphy reveals its new image campaign titled, 'Not Your Dad's Shoe Company.'
  • Designed to reshape how customers think of the 174-year-old brand, the bold new campaign highlights the company's deep heritage while inspiring audiences to perceive Johnston & Murphy as more than a dress shoe company.
  • Johnston & Murphy tapped creative agency, Wolfgang, to put a fresh lens on the brand that will resonate with an audience that values quality craftsmanship, classic style and enduring value.
  • "Through recent consumer research we discovered a unique opportunity to shift perceptions about our brand," said Johnston & Murphy SVP of Marketing and Ecommerce Jason Dasal.