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NSSF'S PROJECT CHILDSAFE, LOCAL LEADERS LAUNCH "PROJECT CHILDSAFE DALLAS" TO ADDRESS FIREARM SAFETY, SUICIDE PREVENTION

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Donnerstag, November 9, 2023

WASHINGTON and DALLAS, Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NSSF®, The Firearm Industry Trade Association, together with the Dallas Police Department and several other Dallas-based organizations, today announced the start of  "Project ChildSafe® Dallas," a citywide initiative to promote firearm safety and secure firearm storage to help prevent firearm accidents, thefts and suicide throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.

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  • The program is modeled after similar programs across through the U.S., including in Columbia, South Carolina; Baton Rouge, Louisiana; Memphis, Tennessee, and others.
  • Over the course of the next several weeks, NSSF's Project ChildSafe initiative will provide more than 10,000 cable gun locks and educational resources to these partners to distribute to local residents – free of charge and no questions asked.
  • The gun locks and safety literature are being made available through a grant to NSSF from the office of Gov.
  • "We know secure firearm storage works – it is the number one way to help prevent firearm accidents, thefts and suicide," said Joe Bartozzi, NSSF President and CEO.

Vivek Ramaswamy to Announce Comprehensive Crypto Policy at the North American Blockchain Summit

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Freitag, Oktober 27, 2023

DALLAS, Oct. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mr. Vivek Ramaswamy will present his comprehensive crypto policy and deliver a keynote address entitled, American Leadership in Digital Assets at the North American Blockchain Summit in Fort Worth, Texas on November 16th.

Key Points: 
  • DALLAS, Oct. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mr. Vivek Ramaswamy will present his comprehensive crypto policy and deliver a keynote address entitled, American Leadership in Digital Assets at the North American Blockchain Summit in Fort Worth, Texas on November 16th.
  • "We are thrilled to host presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy so he can share his vision for American leadership in digital assets," said Lee Bratcher, President of the Texas Blockchain Council, the organization hosting the conference.
  • Bratcher stated further that, "Mr. Ramaswamy has garnered increasing interest and support for his willingness to disrupt the status quo and offer bold and differentiated policy for the future.
  • Join us at the North American Blockchain Summit to hear from Mr. Ramaswamy and be a part of a growing movement to demand that the United States honor its founding principle of liberty for all.

Starting July 1, Tobacco Companies Must Post Signs About Health Risks of Smoking at About 220,000 Stores Across U.S. - Signs Stem from 2006 Racketeering Verdict Against Companies

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Freitag, Juni 30, 2023

WASHINGTON, June 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Starting July 1, the major U.S. tobacco companies must begin to post eye-catching signs telling the public the truth about the deadly consequences of cigarette smoking at about 220,000 retail stores across the nation that sell cigarettes. Under a federal court order, the signs will be installed near cigarette displays in these stores between July 1 and September 30 and must be displayed until June 30, 2025. This is a long-overdue step in holding the tobacco industry accountable for decades of lies that led to addiction, disease and premature death for millions of people.

Key Points: 
  • The order applies to tobacco companies Altria and its Philip Morris USA subsidiary, R.J. Reynolds and ITG Brands.
  • Critically, this truthful information will be provided to consumers at the point where they are making decisions whether to purchase cigarettes.
  • They will appear in about 220,000 stores covered by marketing agreements with the defendant tobacco companies.
  • Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids: More information about the federal government's racketeering lawsuit and Judge Kessler's 2006 judgment.

Amazing 102.5 General Manager Amanda Sapp Presenting at 2023 National Association of Broadcasters Show

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Montag, April 17, 2023

HOUSTON, April 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Amazing 102.5 FM radio station general manager and radio show host Amanda Sapp will lead a Speed Networking workshop and participate in a Leadership View panel at the 2023 National Association of Broadcasters Show (NAB Show) in Las Vegas on April 18, 2023. NAB, the premier association for America's broadcasters, produces the event and marketplace for those seeking to create superior audio and video experiences - from creation to consumption across multiple platforms.

Key Points: 
  • HOUSTON, April 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Amazing 102.5 FM radio station general manager and radio show host Amanda Sapp will lead a Speed Networking workshop and participate in a Leadership View panel at the 2023 National Association of Broadcasters Show (NAB Show) in Las Vegas on April 18, 2023.
  • NAB, the premier association for America's broadcasters, produces the event and marketplace for those seeking to create superior audio and video experiences - from creation to consumption across multiple platforms.
  • Sapp is among a select group of women leading the #GalsNGear Connect Women in Leadership Summit .
  • "As newly appointed General Manager of Amazing 102.5 FM…I appreciate the opportunity to execute my radio personality in spaces like these," Sapp said.

NAIFA Hosts Its 8th Annual Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Symposium

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Donnerstag, März 9, 2023

FALLS CHURCH, Va., March 9, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA) is pleased to announce NAIFA's 8th Annual Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Symposium on May 22, 2023, in Washington, D.C. Presented by NAIFA's Talent Development Center, the Symposium will focus on the importance of promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within the insurance and financial services industry to provide opportunities for financial security to all Americans.

Key Points: 
  • FALLS CHURCH, Va., March 9, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (NAIFA) is pleased to announce NAIFA's 8th Annual Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Symposium on May 22, 2023, in Washington, D.C.
  • "Many NAIFA members are recognized thought leaders on DEI issues and initiatives, and it is our honor to bring them together with others for NAIFA's 8th Annual Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Symposium.
  • NAIFA's 8th Annual Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Symposium provides participants with a forum to discuss strategies for creating and promoting diversity in the financial services industry.
  • The 8th Annual Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Symposium will kick off the annual Congressional Conference , NAIFA's signature advocacy event.

Association of Professional Insurance Women (APIW) to Honor Janet Jordan-Foster as APIW 2023 Insurance Woman of the Year

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Dienstag, Januar 31, 2023

In announcing the award, APIW President Elizabeth Kramer said, "We are thrilled to present the 2023 APIW Woman of the Year award to Janet Jordan-Foster.

Key Points: 
  • In announcing the award, APIW President Elizabeth Kramer said, "We are thrilled to present the 2023 APIW Woman of the Year award to Janet Jordan-Foster.
  • She is an incredibly thoughtful leader and has brought balance, reason and insights into numerous important discussions meant to support and advance women and other groups.
  • We are pleased to have Janet represent APIW as this year's Woman of the Year."
  • "On behalf of AXIS, I am delighted to congratulate Janet on this recognition," said Albert Benchimol, President and CEO of AXIS.

Court Order Requires Tobacco Companies to Post Signs About Health Risks of Smoking at Nearly 200,000 Stores Across U.S. - Order Stems from 2006 Racketeering Verdict Against Companies

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Mittwoch, Dezember 7, 2022

WASHINGTON, Dec. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Under a federal court order issued today, the major U.S. tobacco companies will soon have to post signs telling the public the truth about the deadly consequences of cigarette smoking at nearly 200,000 retail outlets across the nation that sell cigarettes.

Key Points: 
  • Critically, this important information will be provided to consumers at the point where they are making decisions whether to purchase cigarettes.
  • The fact that the tobacco companies have fought the point-of-sale corrective statements for 16 years shows how little they have changed.
  • The text of the corrective statements can be found on p. 47 of the court order .
  • Learn more about the federal government's racketeering lawsuit and Judge Kessler's 2006 judgment.

NFP Appoints Mike James Chief Sales Officer

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Donnerstag, November 10, 2022

NEW YORK, Nov. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- NFP, a leading property and casualty broker, benefits consultant, wealth manager and retirement advisor, announced today that it has appointed Mike James as chief sales officer. James will be responsible for providing high-level strategic direction to drive the entire NFP sales organization and continue to serve in a leadership role across the company's life business. James, whose tenure with the company spans more than 16 years, will collaborate across the company with regional, platform, sales leaders and producers to align NFP's sales strategy and execution and elevate results.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Nov. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- NFP , a leading property and casualty broker, benefits consultant, wealth manager and retirement advisor, announced today that it has appointed Mike James as chief sales officer.
  • James will be responsible for providing high-level strategic direction to drive the entire NFP sales organization and continue to serve in a leadership role across the company's life business.
  • James, whose tenure with the company spans more than 16 years, will collaborate across the company with regional, platform, sales leaders and producers to align NFP's sales strategy and execution and elevate results.
  • "The chief sales officer role is critical to the next phase of NFP's growth," said Doug Hammond, chairman and CEO, NFP.

Lathrop GPM Recognized as 2022 Top Performer and Compass Award Winner by Leadership Council for Legal Diversity

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Freitag, November 4, 2022

KANSAS CITY, Nov. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Lathrop GPM is proud to announce that the firm has been named a Top Performer and Compass Award winner by the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity (LCLD). These awards recognize law firms and corporations showing a strong commitment to building more diverse organizations and a more inclusive legal profession.

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  • KANSAS CITY, Nov. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Lathrop GPM is proud to announce that the firm has been named a Top Performer and Compass Award winner by the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity (LCLD).
  • These awards recognize law firms and corporations showing a strong commitment to building more diverse organizations and a more inclusive legal profession.
  • The Top Performer award recognizes those organizations in the top 20 percent for participation in LCLD programs and activities.
  • Lathrop GPM Managing Partner Cameron Garrison created a public pledge detailing the actions he and the organization will take to advance diverse talent in the firm.

Aston Carter Executives Speak at 2022 National Black Men in Leadership Summit

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Donnerstag, August 18, 2022

HANOVER, Md., Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Aston Carter, a leading staffing and consulting firm with a focus on financial and professional services, announced today that two executives will be participating in the second annual National Black Men in Leadership Summit. The Michigan Diversity Council (MIDC), in partnership with the National Diversity Council (NDC), is hosting the event, which will focus on "Resilient Leadership: Connection, Community and Contribution."

Key Points: 
  • HANOVER, Md., Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Aston Carter , a leading staffing and consulting firm with a focus on financial and professional services, announced today that two executives will be participating in the second annual National Black Men in Leadership Summit.
  • Aston Carter President, Stuart Ferguson, and Head of Global Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I), Donnell Campbell, have been selected to speak on a panel: Anti-Racism, Allyship, and Authenticity: Building Transformational Organizations at the National Black Men in Leadership Summit.
  • During the National Black Men in Leadership Summit Awards, Campbell will be recognized with the 2022 Business Leader Award.
  • To learn more about the National Black Men in Leadership Summit, visit here.