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HP CIO Ron Guerrier Joins Equinix Board of Directors

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Mercredi, septembre 15, 2021
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REDWOOD CITY, Calif., Sept. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Equinix, Inc. (Nasdaq: EQIX), the world's digital infrastructurecompany, today announced the appointment of Ron Guerrier to the Equinix Board of Directors.

Key Points: 
  • REDWOOD CITY, Calif., Sept. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Equinix, Inc. (Nasdaq: EQIX), the world's digital infrastructurecompany, today announced the appointment of Ron Guerrier to the Equinix Board of Directors.
  • His appointment brings the number of directors on the Equinix Board to nine.
  • As a veteran CIO, he will bring a unique perspective to the Equinix Board as the company continues to innovate its digital infrastructure offerings for CIOs globally.
  • In particular, see recent Equinix quarterly and annual reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, copies of which are available upon request from Equinix.

Aktivate Announces $7 Million Seed Funding Round to Launch Scholastic Sports Community

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Mardi, septembre 14, 2021
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Aktivate, a sports technology platform for K-12 schools, today announced its public launch and the closing of a $7MM seed financing round that will fund the development of a market-leading sports administration platform and scholastic sports community.

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  • Aktivate, a sports technology platform for K-12 schools, today announced its public launch and the closing of a $7MM seed financing round that will fund the development of a market-leading sports administration platform and scholastic sports community.
  • Through the delivery of a comprehensive software-as-a-service administration and engagement platform, Aktivate is modernizing the highly fragmented, $35B+ youth sports and activities market.
  • With a powerful software platform as its base, Aktivate is building a community that brings together student-athletes, their families, schools, and valued partners.
  • Together, Petry and Emmons will lead the development of a revolutionary new scholastic sports and activity management platform and marketplace community.

Passage of Illinois Energy Legislation Preserves Nuclear Plants and Strengthens State’s Clean Energy Leadership

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Lundi, septembre 13, 2021
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Once signed by the Governor, the legislation will strengthen Illinois clean energy leadership, protect the states economy by preserving tens of thousands of jobs and prevent an increase in pollution and energy costs that would harm consumers if the plants closed.

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  • Once signed by the Governor, the legislation will strengthen Illinois clean energy leadership, protect the states economy by preserving tens of thousands of jobs and prevent an increase in pollution and energy costs that would harm consumers if the plants closed.
  • More than 60 percent of Illinois electricity consumption and approximately 90 percent of its carbon-free energy comes from Exelon Generations six nuclear plants in Illinois.
  • By supporting these always-on, zero carbon nuclear plants, the legislation ensures that Illinois stays on track to meet its climate goals at the lowest cost to consumers.
  • Byron alone generates 30 percent more clean energy than comes from all the solar and wind ever built in Illinois.

Hundreds of Lawmakers Urge European Countries to Back Israel at the UN

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Lundi, septembre 13, 2021
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Spearheaded by AJC's Transatlantic Friends of Israel (TFI), the interparliamentary statement comes ahead of tomorrow's opening of the 76th Session of the UN General Assembly.

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  • Spearheaded by AJC's Transatlantic Friends of Israel (TFI), the interparliamentary statement comes ahead of tomorrow's opening of the 76th Session of the UN General Assembly.
  • The signatories are overwhelmingly European legislators and include government ministers, party leaders, parliamentary vice-presidents, and chairs of key committees.
  • The Transatlantic Declaration is an initiative of AJC's growing cross-party Transatlantic Friends of Israel (TFI) interparliamentary group.
  • Founded in July 2019, the network includes over 130 lawmakers from Europe, North America, and Israel and is dedicated to strengthening the transatlantic alliance with Israel.

Giovanni Manetti of Fontodi to continue to lead the Vino Chianti Classico Consortium

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Vendredi, septembre 10, 2021

NEW YORK, Sept. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Giovanni Manetti, born in 1963, a DOC native of Chianti, has been reconfirmed as Chairman of the Vino Chianti Classico Consortium for a second three-year term.

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  • NEW YORK, Sept. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Giovanni Manetti, born in 1963, a DOC native of Chianti, has been reconfirmed as Chairman of the Vino Chianti Classico Consortium for a second three-year term.
  • Giovanni Manetti, who likes to define himself as a winegrower-craftsman, has been an active participant in the life of the designation.
  • Manetti started as board member of the Consortium in 1992; he was then elected Vice-Chairman in 2012, and finally Chairman in 2018.
  • About the Chianti Classico Consortium:
    The Consorzio Vino Chianti Classico exists to protect, oversee, and valorize the Chianti Classico denomination.

Broad Coalition Of Leaders And Organizations Call For Global Summit To End The COVID-19 Pandemic

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Mercredi, septembre 1, 2021
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- A coalition of 80 global leaders and over 25 organizations across corporate, philanthropic, civil society, advocacy, academic, and health sectors today called on world leaders attending the United Nations General Assembly this month to convene a global summit to ignite an urgent global action plan to end the pandemic.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Sept. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- A coalition of 80 global leaders and over 25 organizations across corporate, philanthropic, civil society, advocacy, academic, and health sectors today called on world leaders attending the United Nations General Assembly this month to convene a global summit to ignite an urgent global action plan to end the pandemic.
  • People everywhere should also have equitable access to tests, therapies, and other proven interventions so lives can be saved using all COVID-19 tools.
  • The coalition includes former senior government officials, former heads of major multilateral organizations, public health experts, heads of major foundations, and other leaders in the United States, United Kingdom, Europe, and Africa.
  • "We need a comprehensive response to the current crisis, which will also strengthen health systems and preparedness for the next pandemic.

Broad Coalition Of Leaders And Organizations Call For Global Summit To End The COVID-19 Pandemic

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Mercredi, septembre 1, 2021
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- A coalition of 80 global leaders and over 25 organizations across corporate, philanthropic, civil society, advocacy, academic, and health sectors today called on world leaders attending the United Nations General Assembly this month to convene a global summit to ignite an urgent global action plan to end the pandemic.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Sept. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- A coalition of 80 global leaders and over 25 organizations across corporate, philanthropic, civil society, advocacy, academic, and health sectors today called on world leaders attending the United Nations General Assembly this month to convene a global summit to ignite an urgent global action plan to end the pandemic.
  • People everywhere should also have equitable access to tests, therapies, and other proven interventions so lives can be saved using all COVID-19 tools.
  • The coalition includes former senior government officials, former heads of major multilateral organizations, public health experts, heads of major foundations, and other leaders in the United States, United Kingdom, Europe, and Africa.
  • "We need a comprehensive response to the current crisis, which will also strengthen health systems and preparedness for the next pandemic.

PHFA issues RFP to fund mixed-use development projects

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Lundi, août 30, 2021
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Mixed-use projects combine residential and retail/commercial space in the same building and often serve as a catalyst for neighborhood revitalization.

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  • Mixed-use projects combine residential and retail/commercial space in the same building and often serve as a catalyst for neighborhood revitalization.
  • "Funding to stimulate economic development is always important, but it's especially needed coming out of the pandemic," said PHFA Executive Director and CEO Robin Wiessmann.
  • Information about the Community Revitalization Fund RFP is posted on the PHFA website at: https://www.phfa.org/mhp/developers/loans.aspx .
  • Through its carefully managed mortgage programs and investments in multifamily housing developments, PHFA also promotes economic development across the state.

VTIA Member Companies Planning Fiber Broadband Expansion to Rural Areas as Virginia Dramatically Increases Grant Funding to $700 Million

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Lundi, août 23, 2021
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The Virginia Telecommunications Industry Association (VTIA) applauds the General Assembly and the Governors decision to dramatically increase funding to build broadband across the state.

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  • The Virginia Telecommunications Industry Association (VTIA) applauds the General Assembly and the Governors decision to dramatically increase funding to build broadband across the state.
  • In the past, with only $50 Million to distribute, many good proposals had to be rejected.
  • This year, indicators are that all good proposals will be approved in support of connecting as many Virginia residents as possible to broadband.
  • We encourage local governments to work with broadband providers, including VTIA members, to meet the September 14th deadline and take advantage of this funding.

The Knot Worldwide Accelerates Innovation and Growth in Marketing and eCommerce with New Additions to Global Leadership Team

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Lundi, août 23, 2021
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Sofia Serra, Vice President of Global Product and Lifecycle Marketing, leads adoption and lifecycle strategy across the company’s portfolio of global wedding brands. Sofia’s experience includes building and growing product and marketing capabilities for tech startups in the mental wellness and food delivery spaces. Sofia was formerly a Global Head of Product Marketing at Facebook, responsible for the full inbound and go-to-market strategy of a portfolio of media products. Sofia also brings 11+ years at McKinsey & Company, focused on serving global consumer, entertainment and tech leaders across several marketing topics -- including product portfolio strategy and management, acquisition and lifecycle marketing, brand strategy, as well as revenue management & pricing. She also drove agile product development and agile marketing efforts with McKinsey Digital Labs, and was faculty at McKinsey Academy and Experience Studios. Sofia is currently an advisor to the Product Marketing Alliance and faculty at General Assembly. She is also a board advisor for journalism and performing arts organizations globally.

Key Points: 
  • New hires include: Kiara Kempski, Vice President of Global Consumer Marketing; Sofia Serra, Vice President of Global Product & Lifecycle Marketing; Caryne Say, Vice President of B2B Marketing; and Stephanie Whitacre, Vice President of Merchandising eCommerce.
  • "Strengthening our leadership across marketing and eCommerce is key to our continued growth as the global leader in digital wedding planning, said Emily Markmann, CHRO of The Knot Worldwide.
  • Kiara brings to The Knot Worldwide a rare background of marketing analytics and measurement experience with award winning brand storytelling.
  • She joins The Knot Worldwide from Ancestry, where she was Head of Global Programming and Brand Media.