NASCO

Generational Equity Advises NASCO in its Acquisition and Strategic Relocation to Texas under New Leadership

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Freitag, März 8, 2024

NASCO , currently located in Pacific Palisades, California, is a value-added supplier of critical components to OEMs, end-users, and distributors.

Key Points: 
  • NASCO , currently located in Pacific Palisades, California, is a value-added supplier of critical components to OEMs, end-users, and distributors.
  • The Company differentiates itself in the market by being solution-focused and providing an extensive array of products for use in critical environments.
  • NASCO’s product lines include cable glands and accessories, cable cleats, custom and specialty cables, hazardous enclosures, and other complementary products.
  • The transition to Texas signifies the company's dedication to enhancing operational efficiencies, customer service, and access to key markets.

Global Technology Leader Sameer Gaikwad Named Vice President of Account Management and Customer Success at VirtualHealth

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Mittwoch, März 6, 2024

VirtualHealth is pleased to announce the addition of Sameer Gaikwad, a leading healthcare IT service delivery and customer success executive.

Key Points: 
  • VirtualHealth is pleased to announce the addition of Sameer Gaikwad, a leading healthcare IT service delivery and customer success executive.
  • Sameer comes to VirtualHealth from Healthmonix in Pennsylvania where he was the Vice President of Customer Success.
  • “As the Vice President of Account Management and Customer Success at VirtualHealth, my decision to join this innovative company was rooted in the belief that healthcare transformation requires more than just solutions; it demands a commitment to redefining the future of patient care,” said Sameer Gaikwad, Vice President of Account Management and Customer Success at VirtualHealth.
  • "Sameer is the perfect leader to help us deliver on our commitment to have the best customer experience in our industry."

NASCO White Paper: The Serious Economic and Public Safety Effects Due to Delays in State Security Professional Licensing

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Montag, Februar 5, 2024

WASHINGTON, Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A new White Paper by the National Association of Security Companies (NASCO) lays out reasons why States should take regulatory and other actions to bring about faster licensing and employment of security professionals.  The Paper explains how "(g)etting security professionals on the job faster will: (1) increase employment opportunities for state residents; (2) contribute to local economic growth by enabling businesses to safely expand; (3) increase state income and tax revenues; and (4) provide more security for state residents."

Key Points: 
  • State action to decrease security licensing delays is a win for job seekers, businesses, public safety, and States.
  • States NASCO Executive Director Steve Amitay, "NASCO fully supports States requiring security officers to undergo training and background checks as a condition of employment.
  • The applicants, the security companies, the clients of security companies, and the State."
  • The National Association of Security Companies (NASCO) is the nation's largest contract security association whose member companies employ over 500,000 highly trained security officers across the United States.

Forum Systems and NASCO announce strategic Generative AI partnership

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Donnerstag, November 16, 2023

LAS VEGAS, Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Forum Systems, Inc. and NASCO announce a partnership, formalizing a long-standing collaboration in healthcare payer technology. The partnership combines NASCO's decades of experience in the healthcare payer industry with Forum's cutting-edge solutions to optimize payer operations.

Key Points: 
  • LAS VEGAS, Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Forum Systems, Inc. and NASCO announce a partnership, formalizing a long-standing collaboration in healthcare payer technology.
  • We know that partnerships matter, and this strategic partnership with Forum Systems is combining our payer-centric expertise with a trailblazing technology company that has also been entrenched in years of work with health insurers.
  • NASCO and Forum Systems are harnessing the power of AI in a responsible, value-driven way to unlock healthcare data, pioneer innovative products, engage members and providers, and enable a more efficient healthcare ecosystem.
  • The Forum Systems and NASCO partnership will focus on understanding how GenAI and related technologies can continue to create improved efficiencies and provide value for payers.

KORU Medical Systems, Inc. Appoints Ken Miller as Chief Commercial Officer

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Mittwoch, November 8, 2023

KORU Medical Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: KRMD) ("KORU Medical" or the "Company"), a leading medical technology company focused on the development, manufacturing, and commercialization of innovative and easy-to-use specialty subcutaneous infusion solutions that improve quality of life for patients, today announced the appointment of Ken Miller as Chief Commercial Officer, effective November 6, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • KORU Medical Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: KRMD) ("KORU Medical" or the "Company"), a leading medical technology company focused on the development, manufacturing, and commercialization of innovative and easy-to-use specialty subcutaneous infusion solutions that improve quality of life for patients, today announced the appointment of Ken Miller as Chief Commercial Officer, effective November 6, 2023.
  • As Chief Commercial Officer, Ken will have oversight of the global commercial function including U.S. and International sales and marketing organizations.
  • He joins KORU Medical with impressive medical device and pharmaceutical industry experience, most recently from NASCO Healthcare where he spent five years as President & CEO.
  • Ken also held leadership roles in marketing, sales, and business development with Novo Nordisk, Adams Respiratory Therapeutics, and Roche Laboratories.

NASCO Provides Notification and Support Related to Data Security Incident

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Freitag, Oktober 27, 2023

On May 30, 2023, NASCO experienced a data security incident in which an unauthorized third party acquired data from NASCO's MOVEit instance.

Key Points: 
  • On May 30, 2023, NASCO experienced a data security incident in which an unauthorized third party acquired data from NASCO's MOVEit instance.
  • NASCO is providing notice of this incident to certain affected individuals by letter and offering resources to help them protect their personal information.
  • Data privacy and security are top priorities for NASCO, and the company takes the protection of personal information very seriously.
  • Upon discovering the incident, NASCO promptly took steps to mitigate the risk to its customers and the affected personal information.

Daniel J. Loepp, President and CEO of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, chooses to retire at the end of 2024 after more than 20 years of service

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Donnerstag, September 14, 2023

During Mr. Loepp's tenure as CEO, BCBSM revenue more than doubled – from $15.3 billion in 2005 to $32.8 billion in 2022.

Key Points: 
  • During Mr. Loepp's tenure as CEO, BCBSM revenue more than doubled – from $15.3 billion in 2005 to $32.8 billion in 2022.
  • In 2023, Mr. Loepp led efforts by BCBSM and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Vermont to formally affiliate.
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, a nonprofit mutual insurance company, provides health benefits to nearly 5.2 million members.
  • BCBSM is an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.

Nasco Healthcare Appoints Paul Gonsalves as Chief Executive Officer

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Montag, Juli 10, 2023

Nasco Healthcare, a leading provider of medical simulation and healthcare training products, announced the appointment of Paul Gonsalves as Chief Executive Officer.

Key Points: 
  • Nasco Healthcare, a leading provider of medical simulation and healthcare training products, announced the appointment of Paul Gonsalves as Chief Executive Officer.
  • Nasco Healthcare is majority owned by investment funds managed by EagleTree Capital.
  • Earlier in his career, Mr. Gonsalves held various executive positions at AccentCare, Novartis Pharmaceuticals, WellCare Health Plans and GE Healthcare.
  • “Nasco Healthcare has a comprehensive portfolio of hyper-realistic, reliable, and affordable simulation and training products that prepare frontline healthcare workers to be ready to deliver optimal patient outcomes and save lives,” said Mr. Gonsalves.

40th Annual Meeting of the North Atlantic Salmon Conservation Organization (NASCO)

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Freitag, Juni 9, 2023

Canada was honoured to host the 40th Annual Meeting of the North Atlantic Salmon Conservation Organization (NASCO) in Moncton, New Brunswick from June 5-8, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Canada was honoured to host the 40th Annual Meeting of the North Atlantic Salmon Conservation Organization (NASCO) in Moncton, New Brunswick from June 5-8, 2023.
  • The 40th annual meeting of NASCO included two special sessions; the first on climate change and the second on Indigenous perspectives on Atlantic salmon, which was led by Canada.
  • "I am proud of Canada's role at this year's North Atlantic Salmon Conservation Organization meeting.
  • We shared information on how climate impacts salmon productivity in the North Atlantic, exploring new approaches to protecting wild Atlantic Salmon.

22nd Century Group (Nasdaq: XXII) Reports First Quarter 2023 Financial Results, Introduces 2023 Full Year Revenue Outlook

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Dienstag, Mai 9, 2023

We again reported record cannabinoid ingredient volumes delivered in the first quarter, a trend we expect to further increase throughout 2023.

Key Points: 
  • We again reported record cannabinoid ingredient volumes delivered in the first quarter, a trend we expect to further increase throughout 2023.
  • “We believe 22nd Century is poised for phenomenal growth this year in both our tobacco and hemp/cannabis businesses.
  • Operating loss for the first quarter of 2023 was $17.8 million, compared to $8.1 million in the prior year period.
  • During the webcast, James A. Mish, chief executive officer of 22nd Century Group, John Miller, president of 22nd Century’s tobacco business, and Hugh Kinsman, chief financial officer, will provide an update on the Company.