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Sumitomo Corporation Selects AWS to Drive Its Digital Transformation

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Montag, Juli 31, 2023
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Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS), an Amazon.com, Inc. company (NASDAQ: AMZN), today announced that Sumitomo Corporation, a leading trading and investment conglomerate that operates 900 companies in 66 countries, is using AWS to power its digital transformation.

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  • Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS), an Amazon.com, Inc. company (NASDAQ: AMZN), today announced that Sumitomo Corporation, a leading trading and investment conglomerate that operates 900 companies in 66 countries, is using AWS to power its digital transformation.
  • Sumitomo Corporation has collaborated with AWS since 2017 to accelerate its digital transformation.
  • SCSK, a Sumitomo Corporation Group company and AWS Premier Consulting Partner, helped Sumitomo Corporation build a secure platform on AWS to help employees access data and easily build applications using advanced cloud technologies.
  • The modern cloud-based platform, dubbed the Sumitomo Corporation Digital Platform (SCDP), connects data across Sumitomo Corporation’s entire business.

Former White House official to co-chair the Social Determinants of Health Policy Forum

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Montag, Juli 31, 2023
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WASHINGTON, July 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- RISE is excited to announce the addition of Dr. Sandra E. Ford as co-chair for The 2nd Annual Social Determinants of Health Policy Forum on December 4-6, at The Westin Washington, D.C. City Center.

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  • Dr. Sandra E. Ford, the former special assistant to the President for public health and science in the White House Domestic Policy Council, will co-chair the annual forum convening policymakers and practitioners to explore the state of SDoH policy.
  • WASHINGTON, July 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- RISE is excited to announce the addition of Dr. Sandra E. Ford as co-chair for The 2nd Annual Social Determinants of Health Policy Forum on December 4-6, at The Westin Washington, D.C. City Center.
  • During her tenure at the White House, her work focused on health equity, maternal and child health, and SDoH.
  • She is also the principal author of the White House Action Plan identifying whole-of-government policy actions to address SDoH.

FPoliSolutions Signature Services Suite that will Enable the Nuclear Industry Fulfilling its Goals in the Energy Transition

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Donnerstag, Juli 27, 2023
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Pittsburgh, Pa., July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Cesare Frepoli, Founder & Chief Executive Office (FPoliSolutions LLC, USA) announced today the major milestone for the company as it celebrates its 10th year anniversary. The event coincided with FPoliSolutions' launch of leading-edge software products OGMA and RISE.

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  • "We believe Nuclear Energy remains the most pragmatic, effective, and rational solution to meet near and long-term energy transition goals.
  • FPoliSolutions single focus is to serve the global energy transition community with customer-tailored innovative technologies.
  • FPoliSolutions primary mission is to enable clients' business goals through targeted development of technology, from project conception all the way through project implementation.
  • Headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, FPoliSolutions is one of the nation's leading nuclear software, consulting and engineering companies specializing in energy transition innovative technologies.

HUXTON announces expansion into Michigan with Hammontree Growers

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Donnerstag, Juli 27, 2023
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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Arizona-based cannabis brand, HUXTON, is excited to announce its expansion into Michigan through a partnership with Hammontree Growers. HUXTON's award-winning prerolls are currently available at retail locations throughout the state.

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  • SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Arizona-based cannabis brand, HUXTON , is excited to announce its expansion into Michigan through a partnership with Hammontree Growers.
  • Hammontree Growers, one of the most respected cultivators in the Michigan market, is licensed to manufacture, distribute and sell HUXTON's line of cannabis products throughout the state.
  • "We're excited to join the Michigan market with Hammontree on our side," said Dustin Johnson, Co-Founder of HUXTON.
  • "The entire team at our grow is thrilled to partner with HUXTON and bring their unique product philosophy to the state," said Ryan Shane, Hammontree Growers' Head Cultivator.

Rimini Street Announces Expansion and General Availability of Rimini Manage™ Services for SAP Cloud Products

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Mittwoch, Juli 26, 2023
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Benefits of utilizing Rimini Manage for SAP include:

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  • Benefits of utilizing Rimini Manage for SAP include:
    Peace of mind and reduced risk with a single, accountable, trusted partner
    Creation and maintenance of stable, long-term enterprise software foundation
    “Licensees of SAP cloud products requested that Rimini Street expand its managed services offering for SAP to also run and manage SAP cloud products they are using in their system landscape, as well as support clients in the RISE for SAP program,” said Seth A. Ravin, president, CEO and chairman of the board, Rimini Street.
  • And there's no way we could provide that performance without the partnership of Rimini Street to run, manage and support our SAP landscape,” said the director of application products and services.
  • Every time my leadership and the leadership of Rimini Street get together, we talk about, ‘How we can do better?
  • Explore more about Rimini Manage for SAP products that help extend the useful life of current SAP releases to drive maximum ROI and improve productivity, predictability and business value.

UnitedHealthcare Donates $1.5 Million To Nine Nonprofit Organizations in New York

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Dienstag, Juli 25, 2023
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In total, UnitedHealthcare is donating more than $11.1 million in grants through its Empowering Health program across 12 states.

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  • In total, UnitedHealthcare is donating more than $11.1 million in grants through its Empowering Health program across 12 states.
  • “UnitedHealthcare is honored to support the important work these local organizations are doing to provide greater access to services for underserved communities in New York,” said Junior Harewood, CEO, UnitedHealthcare of New York.
  • Identifying and addressing social determinants of health needs is a core aspect of how UnitedHealthcare serves its members.
  • Since launching its Empowering Health commitment in 2018, UnitedHealthcare has now invested more than $62 million in Empowering Health grants, reaching nearly 11 million people through partnerships with community-based organizations in 30 states and the District of Columbia.

SAP Announces Q2 2023 Results

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Donnerstag, Juli 20, 2023
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WALLDORF, Germany, July 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SAP SE (NYSE: SAP) today announced its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2023.

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  • SAP S/4HANA cloud revenue was up 74% to €823 million and up 79% at constant currencies.
  • Beyond that, Q2 IFRS operating profit growth benefitted from the restructuring expenses we reported in Q2 last year.
  • For details, please refer to section M in other disclosures in the Q2 2023 Quarterly Statement .
  • On April 26, 2023, SAP and HP Inc. announced an expansion of its strategic relationship as HP invested in the RISE with SAP solution to support its focus on driving digital transformation, portfolio optimization and operational efficiency.

Troutman Pepper Bolsters Regulatory Investigations, Strategy + Enforcement Practice Group with Accomplished Partner Focusing on Cannabis Law

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Dienstag, Juli 18, 2023
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CHARLOTTE, N.C., July 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Jean Gonnell, a regulatory attorney with a significant focus cannabis and tobacco law, has joined Troutman Pepper's Regulatory Investigations, Strategy + Enforcement (RISE) practice group. Resident in the firm's Charlotte office, Gonnell joins from her private practice, Gonnell Law. 

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  • CHARLOTTE, N.C., July 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Jean Gonnell , a regulatory attorney with a significant focus cannabis and tobacco law, has joined Troutman Pepper's Regulatory Investigations, Strategy + Enforcement (RISE) practice group.
  • Gonnell began her legal career in Colorado, where she was at the forefront of cannabis legislation before the larger movement to legalize the drug.
  • Over the course of her career, she has represented more than 100 clients in the cannabis industry, including approximately 15% of all licensed cannabis businesses in Colorado.
  • Troutman Pepper's Regulatory Investigations, Strategy + Enforcement Practice Group counsels clients in a wide range of legal and public policy matters.

SECU Foundation Awards Teach for America with $250,000 Grant

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Mittwoch, Juli 12, 2023
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Teach for America North Carolina works in partnership with school districts across the state to recruit, prepare, and support teachers while addressing student education inequality.

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  • Teach for America North Carolina works in partnership with school districts across the state to recruit, prepare, and support teachers while addressing student education inequality.
  • “SECU Foundation’s support for the RISE Fellowship reflects the common bond we share – elevating North Carolina’s public education system and a strong belief in helping others,” said Jennifer Haygood, SECU Foundation Board member.
  • “SECU Foundation has a tremendous legacy of providing critical funds and economic initiatives that benefit hundreds of thousands of people right here in North Carolina.
  • Since 2004, SECU Foundation has made a collective financial commitment of over $235 million for initiatives to benefit North Carolinians statewide.

Beyoncé's dancers Les Twins and the Kids Write Network Unite to Empower Youth and Promote Mental Health Awareness on North America RISE Tour

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Mittwoch, Juli 12, 2023
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KWN and Les Twins are excited to announce the launch of the U.S. leg of the RISE for Mental Health Tour in Atlanta, Georgia, as part of their mission to empower young minds and eliminate the stigma surrounding mental health.

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  • KWN and Les Twins are excited to announce the launch of the U.S. leg of the RISE for Mental Health Tour in Atlanta, Georgia, as part of their mission to empower young minds and eliminate the stigma surrounding mental health.
  • The Kids Write Network (KWN), uses a scientifically developed formula ( SCYiBL) as a school-based art/mental health program aimed at supporting positive mental health growth and health equity among students.
  • As part of its commitment to mental health advocacy, KWN is launching the North America RISE for Mental Health Tour (RMH) in collaboration with acclaimed dance duo Les Twins.
  • The RMH tour, in collaboration with Les Twins aims to foster inclusivity and empower individuals who may struggle to speak up about mental health.