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Deltek CEO Mike Corkery Included in the 2023 Virginia 500 Power List

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Mardi, septembre 5, 2023

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HERNDON, Va., Sept. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- – Deltek , the leading global provider of software and solutions for project-based businesses, today announced that President & CEO Mike Corkery has once again been named to the annual Virginia 500 Power List .

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HERNDON, Va., Sept. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- – Deltek , the leading global provider of software and solutions for project-based businesses, today announced that President & CEO Mike Corkery has once again been named to the annual Virginia 500 Power List .
This is the fourth edition of the Virginia 500 Power List and Corkery's third time receiving the honor.
The Power List recognizes the most powerful and influential leaders and executives in Virginia across 20 major sectors and is compiled after thorough research from the editorial staff of Virginia Business.
"It's an honor to be named to the Virginia 500 Power List once again, alongside many of Deltek's customers and partners," said Mike Corkery.

Hagerty launches 2023 Power List, highlights the dramatic effect celebrity ownership has on enthusiast car values

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Jeudi, août 31, 2023

Launched in 2022, the Power List was created to explore how celebrity ownership can affect the value of a car.

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Launched in 2022, the Power List was created to explore how celebrity ownership can affect the value of a car.
When faced with a unique car such as the Batmobile, Hagerty valued the standard equivalent of the vehicle on which it was based on.
This year, the Hagerty Power List has grown, analyzing nearly 400 sales of celebrity cars and bikes from around the world, each with their own story to tell.
Power List creator and Hagerty UK Price Guide editor, John Mayhead, said, "Hagerty monitors a huge amount of enthusiast car market data every week, and often we see record prices achieved throughout the year.

South Florida Business Journal ranks Cruise Planners at #10 on their list of fastest growing companies

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Mardi, août 29, 2023

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Cruise Planners saw annual sales growth from $545 million in 2022 to over $845 million in 2023, which also landed them on Travel Weekly's Power List at #20 .

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Cruise Planners saw annual sales growth from $545 million in 2022 to over $845 million in 2023, which also landed them on Travel Weekly's Power List at #20 .
Cruise Planners has contributed to the growth of South Florida not only by employment efforts but more importantly by bringing thousands of tourists to South Florida through their network of 2,500 franchisees planning memorable vacations.
To accomplish this amazing growth and to be recognized by the South Florida Business Journal is a true honor," said Michelle Fee, CEO and Founder of Cruise Planners.
Franchise Business Review also ranked Cruise Planners #3 OVERALL on their list of Top 200 Franchises of 2022.

OAKBERRY Açaí Appoints Bruno Cardinali as Global Head of Marketing and Leandro Gasparin as Head of Business North America to Lead the Brand in the Next Phase of Growth

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Mardi, août 1, 2023

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MIAMI, Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- OAKBERRY, purveyors of 100% natural and always fresh açaí bowls and smoothies, announced today the strategic appointment of two prominent restaurant leaders to guide the brand in its next chapter of global growth. Joining OAKBERRY are Bruno Cardinali as Global Head of Marketing and Leandro Gasparin as Head of Business, North America. Most recently, the pair spent several years at Restaurant Business International where they ignited significant growth for Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen. In their new roles, Cardinali and Gasparin will guide the açaí brand through aggressive expansion plans both in the U.S. and globally, including more than 150 new stores in 2023 alone.

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Joining OAKBERRY are Bruno Cardinali as Global Head of Marketing and Leandro Gasparin as Head of Business, North America.
Most recently, the pair spent several years at Restaurant Business International where they ignited significant growth for Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen.
Gasparin spent nearly a decade at Restaurant Business International, holding several senior roles in North America and the EMEA for key Burger King markets.
To learn more about OAKBERRY, visit https://oakberry.com/en/ and follow along on social media at @oakberryusa; for franchise opportunities visit https://oakberryfranchise.com/ .

Sweet Paris Crêperie Brings the Art of Eating Crepes to Coral Gables

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Mardi, juillet 25, 2023

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CORAL GABLES, Fla., July 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sweet Paris Crêperie & Café, the ultra-popular restaurant brand specializing in sweet and savory crêpes, hot drinks and more, recently opened in The Plaza Coral Gables at 3005 Ponce De Leon Blvd, Suite 142 in Coral Gables. The store will celebrate its grand opening with a special event on Thursday, August 24th, 2023.

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CORAL GABLES, Fla., July 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sweet Paris Crêperie & Café , the ultra-popular restaurant brand specializing in sweet and savory crêpes, hot drinks and more, recently opened in The Plaza Coral Gables at 3005 Ponce De Leon Blvd, Suite 142 in Coral Gables.
Sweet Paris in Coral Gables is a corporate-owned location and will be operated by long-time general manager, Marlen Navarrete.
Sweet Paris Coral Gables is the second Miami-area location for the company, and the 14th store overall in its portfolio.
Sweet Paris Coral Gables is open Sunday - Thursday from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday - Saturday from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. For more information on Sweet Paris in Coral Gables, please visit www.sweetparis.com or call (713) 266-2219.

Sports Illustrated Presents Inaugural Power List: 50 Most Influential Figures in Sports

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Jeudi, juillet 13, 2023

In an industry where power dynamics constantly shift, Sports Illustrated has released the definitive index of figures driving the sports world with its 2023 Power List.

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In an industry where power dynamics constantly shift, Sports Illustrated has released the definitive index of figures driving the sports world with its 2023 Power List.
Available now at SI.com and on newsstands, the Sports Illustrated Power List features 50 of the most influential sports figures in five categories: Athletes, Influencers, Executives, Dealmakers, and Icons & Leaders.
Some executives on the SI Power List: Michele Kang, Adam Silver, Rob Manfred, Gary Bettman, Dana White, Tamika Tremaglio, and Roger Goodell.
Follow Sports Illustrated on Twitter @SInow , Instagram @sportsillustrated , and Facebook , or subscribe to Sports Illustrated today.

Sweet Paris Crêperie Expands Texas Presence, Opens at La Plaza Mall in McAllen in 2024

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Mardi, juillet 11, 2023

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MCALLEN, Texas, July 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Sweet Paris Crêperie & Café, the ultra-popular restaurant brand specializing in sweet and savory crêpes, hot drinks and more, announced a new signed agreement that will mark the first location to open in McAllen, TX. The new store will be located in the La Plaza Mall and is slated to open its doors in early 2024. This unit, along with others in the pipeline, will bring Sweet Paris' total store count to 32 locations in the near future. Six of these new locations are in various stages of development across Texas, including the Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, and San Antonio metro areas.

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The new store will be located in the La Plaza Mall and is slated to open its doors in early 2024.
Sweet Paris Crêperie & Café currently has 13 stores in operation located in Austin, College Station, Houston, and San Antonio, Texas, Doral, Florida and in Mexico.
"La Plaza Mall is one of the best performing malls in the country with high foot traffic from both residents and tourists," said Allison Chavez, co-founder of Sweet Paris.
For more information on Sweet Paris Crêperie & Café please visit www.sweetparis.com and for more information about Strategic Partnership opportunities, please visit www.sweetparisfranchise.com .

Cruise Planners recognized again on Travel Weekly's Prestigious 2023 Power List

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Vendredi, juin 30, 2023

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CORAL SPRINGS, Fla., June 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On the heels of an incredibly productive and strong first half of the year, Cruise Planners has been rated #20 on Travel Weekly's prestigious 2023 Power List, again solidifying their powerhouse status in the travel industry.

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CORAL SPRINGS, Fla., June 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On the heels of an incredibly productive and strong first half of the year, Cruise Planners has been rated #20 on Travel Weekly's prestigious 2023 Power List, again solidifying their powerhouse status in the travel industry.
Cruise Planners is the nation's largest home-based travel advisor franchise network with over 2500 advisors.
Cruise Planners was also recently awarded with the "Most Innovative Use of Technology: Products" award for their patent pending LivePlanner™ tool at the 2023 Franchise Innovation Awards.
Cruise Planners debuted on the prestigious Power List 10 years ago with a ranking of #44 and has reached #20 in less than 10 years.

Cerence SVP & General Counsel Jennifer Salinas Named to Lawyers of Color’s 2023 Power List

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Mardi, juin 20, 2023

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BURLINGTON, Mass., June 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cerence Inc. (NASDAQ: CRNC), AI for a world in motion, today announced that Lawyers of Color has named Cerence’s SVP & General Counsel Jennifer Salinas to its 2023 Power List.

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BURLINGTON, Mass., June 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cerence Inc. (NASDAQ: CRNC), AI for a world in motion, today announced that Lawyers of Color has named Cerence’s SVP & General Counsel Jennifer Salinas to its 2023 Power List.
Lawyers of Color’s annual Power List recognizes the most influential minority attorneys and allies in the United States.
Honorees include Fortune 1000 general counsel and law school deans, as well as private practitioners, legal media, and nonprofit leaders.
“I am honored to be named to Lawyers of Color’s prestigious Power List,” said Jennifer Salinas.

Smithfield's Evans Recognized as one of Black Business Ink's Power 100

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Lundi, juin 12, 2023

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SMITHFIELD, Va., June 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Steve Evans, vice president of community development for Smithfield Foods, was honored with a Black Business Ink Power 100 Award as one of the 100 most influential leaders in North Carolina.

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SMITHFIELD, Va., June 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Steve Evans, vice president of community development for Smithfield Foods, was honored with a Black Business Ink Power 100 Award as one of the 100 most influential leaders in North Carolina.
Evans leads Smithfield's community development team, enacting proactive and coordinated community engagement efforts for Smithfield's U.S. operations through partnerships with its employees, local officials, business leaders and community organizations.
The Black Business Ink Power 100 Awards recognize 100 of the most influential leaders from across North Carolina in a variety of sectors, including educators, healthcare professionals, politicians, clergy, and other professions and organizations.
Evans was also recently named to Business North Carolina's Power List 2023: Agriculture , recognizing North Carolina's most influential private-sector leaders.