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OCEARCH Embarks on Expedition Southeast

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Jeudi, novembre 9, 2023

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Park City, Utah, Nov. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OCEARCH is embarking on its 46th ocean research expedition to further our knowledge of white sharks as they migrate to the southeast United States and begin their winter residency.

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Park City, Utah, Nov. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OCEARCH is embarking on its 46th ocean research expedition to further our knowledge of white sharks as they migrate to the southeast United States and begin their winter residency.
During Expedition Southeast OCEARCH’s goal will be to study mature animals to better understand how they utilize their overwintering area, and identify what oceanographic features and diet resources are important to them.
Following these data, Expedition Southeast will target both coastal areas near North Florida, South Georgia and the Carolinas, as well as offshore areas closer to the continental shelf margin and the Gulf Stream.
Expedition Southeast will depart from Jacksonville, FL on November 27 before a final docking planned in Morehead City, NC on December 15.

The Wintrust Magnificent Mile Lights Festival® Celebrates Holiday Tradition With A Sparkling Holiday Celebration And Parade on November 18

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Mardi, novembre 7, 2023

The Wintrust Magnificent Mile Lights Festival parade-goers are invited for the first time to don outrageously festive sweaters to attempt to set a record for the most holiday sweaters at a parade.

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The Wintrust Magnificent Mile Lights Festival parade-goers are invited for the first time to don outrageously festive sweaters to attempt to set a record for the most holiday sweaters at a parade.
“Our attempt to set this festive sweater record adds a new layer of holiday spirit to a tradition that The Magnificent Mile Association has produced for 32 years,” says Kimberly Bares, President and CEO, The Magnificent Mile Association.
The Wintrust Magnificent Mile Lights Festival draws an international audience through global influencers and media from around the world invited to the parade by Choose Chicago.
The Wintrust Fireworks Spectacular delivers a thrilling finale at 7 p.m. over the Chicago River at Michigan Avenue.

Aeroflow Healthcare Celebrates Success in its Home State with the Passage of North Carolina’s Breast Pump Tax Exemption

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Mercredi, novembre 1, 2023

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ASHEVILLE, N.C., Nov. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aeroflow Healthcare , a nationwide provider of durable medical equipment through insurance, continues to achieve success with its government relations program as it celebrates North Carolina’s inclusion of breast pump tax exemption within the state’s 2024 budget.

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ASHEVILLE, N.C., Nov. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aeroflow Healthcare , a nationwide provider of durable medical equipment through insurance, continues to achieve success with its government relations program as it celebrates North Carolina’s inclusion of breast pump tax exemption within the state’s 2024 budget.
Effective today, a tax exemption is provided for sales of breast pumps, including repair and replacement parts, breast pump kits, and breast pump collection and storage supplies.
We’re extremely proud to see our home state continue to make the necessary changes to improve equitable access to these types of resources,” said Ryan Bullock, COO at Aeroflow Healthcare.
For more information about Aeroflow Healthcare and their commitment to improving healthcare access and outcomes, visit aeroflowinc.com.

Russell Reynolds Associates Managing Directors named to the National Association of Corporate Directors' (NACD) 2023 DIRECTORSHIP 100

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Jeudi, novembre 2, 2023

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NEW YORK, Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Leadership advisory firm Russell Reynolds Associates is pleased to announce that Theodore L. Dysart , managing director and Stephen Newton , managing director, have been selected as honorees for the National Association of Corporate Directors' (NACD) 2023 DIRECTORSHIP 100 .

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NEW YORK, Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Leadership advisory firm Russell Reynolds Associates is pleased to announce that Theodore L. Dysart , managing director and Stephen Newton , managing director, have been selected as honorees for the National Association of Corporate Directors' (NACD) 2023 DIRECTORSHIP 100 .
The annual NACD Directorship 100 is an industry-leading recognition of the top corporate directors, corporate governance experts, policymakers and influencers that have a significant impact on boardroom practices and performance.
"We commend both Ted and Steve for their unwavering dedication in championing excellence in corporate governance," said Constantine Alexandrakis, CEO, Russell Reynolds Associates.
They also will be highlighted in NACD Directorship® magazine's annual list of the Most Influential People in Boardrooms and Corporate Governance.

Relevance Ventures Earns Second Consecutive Placement on Inc.'s 2023 Founder-Friendly Investors List

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Mercredi, novembre 1, 2023

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NASHVILLE, Tenn., Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Relevance Ventures, the pioneering Native American-owned venture capital firm based in Nashville, is thrilled to announce its inclusion on Inc. Magazine's prestigious 2023 Founder-Friendly Investors list for the second consecutive year. This accolade underscores Relevance Ventures' unwavering commitment to empowering entrepreneurs in navigating the many challenges of being a founder and fostering collaborative partnerships within the health, wellness, & beauty sectors.

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Introduced in 2019, the Founder-Friendly Investors list quickly established itself as one of Inc.'s most resourceful franchises.
Drawing upon decades of investment expertise, Relevance Ventures offers its founders a well-defined and actionable roadmap to success.
As a testament to the firm's dedicated commitment to impactful investments, two portfolio companies have expressed their resounding support, further endorsing Relevance Ventures' inclusion in the 2023 Founder-Friendly list.
As a longstanding portfolio company, Caroo stands as a testament to Relevance Ventures' commitment to advancing innovative and impactful ventures.

SomerCor Expands Its Small Business Lending to Northwest Indiana

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Mercredi, novembre 1, 2023

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The SBA 504 is the SBA's premier economic development loan program – helping small business owners buy, build, or refinance commercial real estate and fixed equipment with up to 90 percent financing.

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The SBA 504 is the SBA's premier economic development loan program – helping small business owners buy, build, or refinance commercial real estate and fixed equipment with up to 90 percent financing.
"It is a testament to our team that just one year after receiving authority to lend in Southeast Wisconsin, the SBA has approved our expansion to also serve small businesses in Northwest Indiana," said Manuel Flores, President and CEO of SomerCor.
We look forward to developing new partnerships in Indiana to promote economic development and small business growth in collaboration with local stakeholders."
Contact SomerCor to speak to a loan officer and see if an SBA 504 loan is right for your project or small business client.

DeFi Technologies Provides AUM Update - Approximately C$259 Million, Closing of $3 Million Private Placement and Other Corporate Updates

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Mercredi, novembre 1, 2023

AUM grew 40% to approximately C$259 million as of October 30, 2023, up from C$183 million as of June 30, 2023.

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AUM grew 40% to approximately C$259 million as of October 30, 2023, up from C$183 million as of June 30, 2023.
DeFi Technologies Inc. and Neuronomics AG entered into a landmark Joint Venture Agreement to develop AI-based digital asset exchange traded products, actively managed certificates, and asset-backed tokens for global distribution.
Valour Inc. entered into a collaboration with Bitcoin Suisse AG, the Swiss crypto-finance and technology pioneer.
The Company also announces that William C. Steers has resigned as a member of the board of directors effective immediately to pursue other opportunities.

The International Mass Timber Conference's Rapid Growth Inspires Improvements and New Partnerships for the 8th Annual Event in 2024

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Jeudi, octobre 26, 2023

PORTLAND, Ore., Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Over 3,000 attendees from 39 countries packed the Oregon Convention Center at the International Mass Timber Conference last March, an increase of 900 from the year before. In preparation for even more attendees in 2024, the event's producers — Trifecta Collective and WoodWorks — are thrilled to announce updates for the 8th annual event, set for March 26–28, 2024, in Portland, Oregon.

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The Mass Timber Conference's hallmark has been constant improvement and innovation each year to add ever-increasing value for attendees.
The 2024 theme is "Timber Beyond Boundaries," which compliments the conference's annual tradition of expanding capacity, functionality, and attendee experience.
A free, hot-off-the-press PDF of the annual International Mass Timber Report — fully updated and improved for 2024 — is sent to each attendee's email inbox during the event.
"ULI is thrilled to align with the International Mass Timber Conference as a collaborative partner for the 2024 event," said Andrea Newton, Executive Director of ULI Northwest.

GrowthCap Announces GrowthCap's Top Software Investors of 2023

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Jeudi, octobre 26, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- GrowthCap is pleased to announce The Top Software Investors of 2023. In our fifth year running this awards process, the candidate pool was more robust than we have ever seen. Many of this year's candidates received a remarkable number of substantive nominations from CEOs and other colleagues who had worked extensively with the candidate. When software became the sector of choice in growth investing many years ago, investors came flooding in, but through the test of time only the most skilled have remained on top and have even widened their competitive advantages as each year unfolded.

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GrowthCap is pleased to announce The Top Software Investors of 2023.
NEW YORK, Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- GrowthCap is pleased to announce The Top Software Investors of 2023.
The more important takeaway is that this group of investors, taken as a whole, represents the top tier in software investing.
Please join us in recognizing and celebrating the achievements of The Top Software Investors of 2023.

What makes a film score frightening? Expert explains the techniques that build tension and make us jump

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Jeudi, octobre 26, 2023

Beyond any blood-curdling screams or pounding heartbeats, there’s sure to be another sound that sticks in your memory – the score.

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Beyond any blood-curdling screams or pounding heartbeats, there’s sure to be another sound that sticks in your memory – the score.
Perhaps that’s the shrieking strings of Psycho (1960), or the pulsing piano melody and ominous bass of the Halloween franchise (1971-2022).
Maybe it’s the eclectic score for Suspiria (1997) – which combined instruments including synthesizers, Greek bouzouki, Indian tabla and whispering voices.

The science of a scary score

It shuns melody for repeated high-register violin pitches and builds by gradually adding strings to expand the dissonant underlying chord.
Take Inception (2010), for example, with its recurring guitar motif and building, dissonant, string stabs.

Researching scary scores

These drones convey space and ambiguity, given the void between them and any high melodic fragments.
The high string lines in soundtracks to film such as Psycho acoustically imitate the “roughness” or harsh qualities of screams.
Whispered or shouting voices often feature in horror scores, as do sounds emulating the human heartbeat.
This can be heard in Oppenheimer’s use of ticking sounds from the Geiger counter, a device used to detect radiation.
Such reactions are one key reason why we keep returning to scary films and clearly demonstrate the emotional impact of film music.

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David Ireland does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.