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Bojangles Blitzes Tailgate Scene with Iconic Big Bo Boxes AND Tailgate Tour

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Mercredi, août 31, 2022

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220831005285/en/
    Bojangles Blitzes Tailgate Scene with Iconic Big Bo Boxes AND Tailgate Tour featuring Clemson University, Coastal Carolina University, East Carolina University, East Tennessee State University, James Madison University, North Carolina A&T University, University of Georgia, University of South Carolina, Western Carolina University, University of Tennessee and its NFL home team, the Carolina Panthers.
  • Its not a real tailgate without Bojangles, so let us quarterback your tailgate and hopefully youll be victorious on and off the field.
  • Fans can pass the tailgate ball to Bojangles and let the experts in bold flavors and big portions handle the spread.
  • Grab a Big Bo Box, cheer on your team and be on the lookout for big things from Bo all season long, added Woodward.

Benefytt Technologies Appoints Todd Baxter as Chief Executive Officer

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Lundi, juin 13, 2022

TAMPA, Fla., June 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Benefytt Technologies, Inc. (Benefytt or the Company), a health insurance technology company and leading distributor of Medicare-related health insurance plans, has appointed Todd Baxter as Chief Executive Officer, effective June 20th.

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  • TAMPA, Fla., June 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Benefytt Technologies, Inc. (Benefytt or the Company), a health insurance technology company and leading distributor of Medicare-related health insurance plans, has appointed Todd Baxter as Chief Executive Officer, effective June 20th.
  • Mr. Baxter joins Benefytt from HireRight, where he served as Executive Vice President and Chief Services Officer.
  • During his tenure at HireRight, Mr. Baxter oversaw the technological transformation and integration of its service organization.
  • With the support of our investors, management team and employees, I am confident that Benefytt is well-positioned for long-term success.

Standard & Poor’s maintains Ballad Health credit rating

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Vendredi, mai 27, 2022

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn., May 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Days after Fitch Ratings issued its A rating on Ballad Healths credit , Standard and Poors issued its own report, concluding it affirms Ballad Healths A- credit rating with a stable outlook.

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  • JOHNSON CITY, Tenn., May 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Days after Fitch Ratings issued its A rating on Ballad Healths credit , Standard and Poors issued its own report, concluding it affirms Ballad Healths A- credit rating with a stable outlook.
  • S&P Global Ratings report cites both pre-pandemic performance of Ballad Health in its execution of the merger between Mountain States Health Alliance and Wellmont Health System, as well as its assessment of Ballad Healths performance during, and emerging from, the pandemic.
  • The report cites that Ballad Health has achieved reduction of healthcare costs exceeding $194 million, underscoring that Ballad Health has reduced the cost of healthcare for the Appalachian Highlands.
  • Ballad Health is an integrated community health improvement organization serving 29 counties of the Appalachian Highlands in Northeast Tennessee, Southwest Virginia, Northwest North Carolina and Southeast Kentucky.

Fitch Ratings Maintains “A” Credit Rating on Ballad Health

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Mardi, mai 24, 2022

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn., May 24, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Citing Ballad Healths strong financial planning and considerable credit resiliency, Fitch Ratings today announced it has affirmed Ballad Healths A credit rating with a Stable outlook.

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  • JOHNSON CITY, Tenn., May 24, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Citing Ballad Healths strong financial planning and considerable credit resiliency, Fitch Ratings today announced it has affirmed Ballad Healths A credit rating with a Stable outlook.
  • This credit rating affects Ballad Healths series of debt instruments, as well as Ballad Healths planned refunding of variable rate demand bonds expected to be issued this summer.
  • Despite persistent pressure and disruption from the pandemic, Ballad has maintained its operating and financial profile throughout, demonstrating considerable credit resiliency, said the Fitch report.
  • Ballad Health has prioritized investing in our workforce as the labor shortages became more intensive over the last two years, stated Ballad Health Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Alan Levine.

Ballad Health, East Tennessee State University Research Corporation partner to create Appalachian Highlands Rural Innovation and Entrepreneurship Alliance

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Jeudi, avril 14, 2022

For some time, we have had the expertise and vision for this level of innovation, said Dr. Brian Noland, president of East Tennessee State University.

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  • For some time, we have had the expertise and vision for this level of innovation, said Dr. Brian Noland, president of East Tennessee State University.
  • The Appalachian Highlands Rural Innovation and Entrepreneurship Alliance is expected to organize throughout 2022, as it expands its leadership and invests in its first opportunities.
  • More information about Ballad Healths commitment to rural healthcare, research and advancement in the Appalachian Highlands is available at www.balladhealth.org.
  • The ETSU Research Corporation formed to connect, convene and create world-class research and innovation at the speed of business.

East Tennessee State University Partners with Apogee to Improve Residence Hall Wi-Fi and Enhance Student Experiences

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Mardi, avril 5, 2022

In todays blended learning environment, fast and reliable connectivity is essential to student success, said Scott Drossos, Apogee chief executive officer.

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  • In todays blended learning environment, fast and reliable connectivity is essential to student success, said Scott Drossos, Apogee chief executive officer.
  • As the premier provider of managed technology services for higher education, Apogee aims to delight and optimize the campus experience for students, faculty, and staff.
  • ETSU, a public university headquartered in Johnson City, Tenn., and long-time customer of Apogee Video Services , has a student enrollment that exceeds 13,000.
  • East Tennessee State University was founded in 1911 with a singular purpose to improve the quality of life for the people of central Appalachia and beyond.

Brand Storytelling to offer groundbreaking brand film certification powered by ETSU

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Mardi, décembre 7, 2021

Brand Storytelling and East Tennessee State University bridge the education gap with a professional certification program.

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  • Brand Storytelling and East Tennessee State University bridge the education gap with a professional certification program.
  • The Brand Storytelling Brand Film Certification is a 100% online professional certification taught by industry leaders connected to Brand Storytelling's world-class network of professionals.
  • The certification appeals to industry professionals and recent college graduates looking to better understand the intersection of business, brand and film.
  • The first Brand Storytelling Certification cohort begins Jan. 31, 2022, with five additional cohorts launching throughout 2022.

Ballad Health, ETSU Combine to Create Appalachian Highlands Center for Nursing Advancement

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Lundi, octobre 25, 2021

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn., Oct. 25, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ballad Health announced today it has committed a $10 million investment to create the Appalachian Highlands Center for Nursing Advancement at East Tennessee State University.

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  • JOHNSON CITY, Tenn., Oct. 25, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ballad Health announced today it has committed a $10 million investment to create the Appalachian Highlands Center for Nursing Advancement at East Tennessee State University.
  • ETSU is poised to continue to meet the challenge of the nursing shortage through the Center for Nursing Advancement, which will be rooted in our strong service, teaching and research missions.
  • The Appalachian Highlands Center for Nursing Advancement will focus on data and research, collaboration with key stakeholders across the region and advocacy to promote the nursing profession.
  • Ballad Health is investing into East Tennessee State University to develop the Appalachian Highlands Center for Nursing Advancement which will not only serve the needs of the Appalachian Highland region, but the entire state.

Microlyte® SURGICAL Associated with Positive Outcomes in Prospective Clinical Case Series in Patients at Risk for Surgical Site Infection

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Mardi, octobre 12, 2021

Imbed Biosciences, Inc. (Imbed) announced today the results of a prospective clinical evaluation of its next-generation wound matrix, Microlyte SURGICAL, in diabetic patients undergoing foot and ankle surgery who would ordinarily be at risk of a surgical site infection.

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  • Imbed Biosciences, Inc. (Imbed) announced today the results of a prospective clinical evaluation of its next-generation wound matrix, Microlyte SURGICAL, in diabetic patients undergoing foot and ankle surgery who would ordinarily be at risk of a surgical site infection.
  • Results will be published in the October issue of WOUNDS, a widely read, peer-reviewed journal in wound care and research.
  • All patients were at-risk for surgical site infection (SSI) due to the sequelae of diabetes.
  • The results are reported in: Chatelain R. The efficacy of a novel silver-containing bioresorbable microfilm matrix in at-risk surgical wounds: a clinical case series.

Somatus Names New Operations and Finance Executives to Accelerate Nationwide Access to Better Kidney Care

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Mercredi, septembre 29, 2021

Agboke and Akiri join Somatus with a combined 36 years of experience leading and scaling large, high-growth companies.

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  • Agboke and Akiri join Somatus with a combined 36 years of experience leading and scaling large, high-growth companies.
  • Somatus innovative care model not only ensures these patients receive outstanding care, but also improves health equity, contains costs, and drives quality outcomes by focusing on disease prevention.
  • Akiri joins Somatus with more than 20 years of experience leading and scaling multi-billion-dollar businesses that operate in complex environments.
  • Somatus partners with leading health plans, health systems, and nephrology and primary care groups to provide integrated care for patients with or at risk of developing kidney disease.