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RALPH GILLES OF STELLANTIS NAMED 2024 COLLEGE FOR CREATIVE STUDIES COMMENCEMENT SPEAKER

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Giovedì, Maggio 9, 2024

Detroit, MI, May 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- College for Creative Studies (CCS) is pleased to welcome Ralph Gilles, Stellantis Chief Design Officer, as the honorary degree recipient and commencement speaker for the graduating class of 2024.

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Detroit, MI, May 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- College for Creative Studies (CCS) is pleased to welcome Ralph Gilles, Stellantis Chief Design Officer, as the honorary degree recipient and commencement speaker for the graduating class of 2024.
It holds a lifetime of memories and the connections I’ve formed with fellow artists have become lifelong friendships,” said Ralph Gilles, Chief Design Officer, Stellantis.
As the chief design officer for Stellantis, Gilles wields his creative finesse across legendary brands: Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep®, Ram, Fiat (for Latin America) and Maserati.
Gilles earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Transportation Design from the College for Creative Studies (CCS) and an MBA from Michigan State University.

Microsoft announces $3.3 billion investment in Wisconsin to spur artificial intelligence innovation and economic growth

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Mercoledì, Maggio 8, 2024

MOUNT PLEASANT, Wis., May 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Microsoft today announced a broad investment package designed to strengthen the role of Southeast Wisconsin as a hub for AI-powered economic activity, innovation, and job creation. These investments include $3.3B in cloud computing and AI infrastructure, the creation of the country's first manufacturing-focused AI co-innovation lab, and an AI skilling initiative to equip more than 100,000 of the state's residents with essential AI skills. President Joe Biden will join Microsoft President Brad Smith at Gateway Technical College to announce the new investment.

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President Joe Biden will join Microsoft President Brad Smith at Gateway Technical College to announce the new investment.
"Wisconsin has a rich and storied legacy of innovation and ingenuity in manufacturing," said Brad Smith, Vice Chair and President of Microsoft.
"Microsoft is a blue-chip corporation that recognizes the strength of Wisconsin's workers, infrastructure, economy, and our quality of life.
Microsoft has chosen to locate and invest here because they know the future is here in Wisconsin."

Scripps appoints new president and CEO of the Scripps Howard Fund

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Martedì, Maggio 7, 2024

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CINCINNATI, May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Meredith Delaney has been appointed president and CEO of the Scripps Howard Fund, the philanthropic arm of The E.W.

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CINCINNATI, May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Meredith Delaney has been appointed president and CEO of the Scripps Howard Fund, the philanthropic arm of The E.W.
Delaney currently serves as director of philanthropic strategies for the Scripps Howard Fund, a public charity that supports philanthropic and journalism causes important to Scripps.
I am confident that the Scripps Howard Fund will be in good hands – continuing to create informed and engaged communities across the country."
Delaney has helped the Fund serve Scripps' employees and local television stations with the launch of the Community Impact Campaign and Disaster Relief initiatives.

Letter carriers' annual nationwide food drive set for this Saturday, May 11

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Martedì, Maggio 7, 2024

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WASHINGTON, May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Association of Letter Carriers' annual Stamp Out Hunger® Food Drive will be held on Saturday, May 11.

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WASHINGTON, May 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Association of Letter Carriers' annual Stamp Out Hunger® Food Drive will be held on Saturday, May 11.
The letter carrier food drive, which began in 1993, is the country's largest single-day food drive.
Thousands of volunteers nationwide then help distribute the food items to local food pantries, with all food collected staying in the community.
The timing of the letter carrier food drive is significant—by spring, food pantries are largely depleted of winter holiday food donations, and school lunch programs are about to close for the summer.

StratusLIVE Announces CRM Version 9.3 with Enhanced User Experience, Advanced Prospect Research, and Improved Financial Analysis and Reporting

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Martedì, Aprile 30, 2024

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CHESAPEAKE, Va., April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- StratusLIVE is pleased to announce the release of StratusLIVE 365 CRM 9.3. This release marks a transformative shift in the user interface and overall user experience enhancing user interaction, expanding donor tracking capabilities, and streamlining financial reporting and queries.

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StratusLIVE, a leading provider of nonprofit technology since 2008, has recently upgraded their StratusLIVE 365 CRM to the Dynamics 365 Unified Interface.
This enhancement provides significant benefits to enterprise nonprofits – especially those with sophisticated donor management strategies and complex financial reporting needs.
CHESAPEAKE, Va., April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- StratusLIVE is pleased to announce the release of StratusLIVE 365 CRM 9.3.
This release marks a transformative shift in the user interface and overall user experience enhancing user interaction, expanding donor tracking capabilities, and streamlining financial reporting and queries.

Hyundai Invests in Safety, Education, and Reforestation in Savannah

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Lunedì, Aprile 29, 2024

SAVANNAH, Ga., April 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai recently contributed to local Savannah nonprofit organizations to support safety, education, and reforestation in the community.

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SAVANNAH, Ga., April 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai recently contributed to local Savannah nonprofit organizations to support safety, education, and reforestation in the community.
Memorial Health Dwaine and Cynthia Willett Children's Hospital of Savannah and Safe Kids Savannah received a donation to support child passenger and driver education programs.
Hyundai established its partnership with Children's Hospital of Savannah and Safe Kids Savannah in 2022, and since then has donated $75,000 to support the Child Passenger Safety Program and driver education.
Additionally, Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America and Hyundai Motor America participated in a volunteer day at America's Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia.

Standard Meat Company Announces Appointment of Keith Blanks as Chief Commercial Officer

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Mercoledì, Maggio 1, 2024

Standard Meat Company (SMC) Co-President Ashli Rosenthal Blumenfeld announced the appointment of Keith Blanks to the position of Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) at the family-owned firm.

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Standard Meat Company (SMC) Co-President Ashli Rosenthal Blumenfeld announced the appointment of Keith Blanks to the position of Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) at the family-owned firm.
Founded in 1935 and headquartered at the iconic Stockyards in Fort Worth, Standard Meat Company (SMC) is a meat processing and packaging firm with plants in Dallas, Fort Worth, Saginaw, and Ponder, Texas.
An industry leader in quality and innovation, the company is a global supplier of custom meat portioning and packaging solutions for the food service and retail industries.
As the new Chief Commercial Officer at SMC, Blanks will be responsible for developing and implementing overall commercial strategy, with executive responsibility over business development, account management, customer service, culinary, R&D, and product development.

Essential Utilities Donated $5.5 Million in 2023 to Strengthen Communities Across Service Territory

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Giovedì, Aprile 25, 2024

Essential Utilities (NYSE: WTRG) today released its 2023 Community Impact Report , announcing $5.5 million in giving to more than 450 organizations serving communities across its nine-state service territory last year.

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Essential Utilities (NYSE: WTRG) today released its 2023 Community Impact Report , announcing $5.5 million in giving to more than 450 organizations serving communities across its nine-state service territory last year.
Of this total, $5 million was donated directly to 501(c)3 organizations.
The company increased its charitable contributions by more than $1 million compared to 2022.
Fall for Food Banks: An annual partnership program across the company’s service territory to support local food banks through charitable donations, food collections and volunteer events.

In Support of PEPSI® x Mary J. Blige Strength of a Woman Partnership, The Brand Launches $100,000 Fund to Support Yonkers Women

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Venerdì, Aprile 26, 2024

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PURCHASE, N.Y., April 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As a returning co-presenting partner of Mary J. Blige's "Strength of a Woman Festival and Summit," Pepsi is launching the Pepsi x Mary J. Blige Strength of a Woman Community Fund, with $100,000 available as grants to local organizations whose work elevates and educates underserved women in Yonkers.

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The funds will be distributed via grants between $5,000 to $20,000 to qualifying organizations supporting programs in education, financial stability, and food security.
"Pepsi has been an incredible partner for the Strength of a Woman Festival and Summit since the start.
We hope to provide resources for local organizations striving to support and uplift women for even greater impact this year," said Mary J. Blige.
"We're excited to deepen our partnership with Mary J. Blige by investing in the very community that has shaped her remarkable journey.

Karen Norheim, President and CEO, Named 2024 ATHENA Award Recipient

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Giovedì, Aprile 25, 2024

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READING, Pa., April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Karen Norheim, President and CEO of American Crane & Equipment Corporation, was awarded the 2024 ATHENA Award at the 2024 Women2Women Conference & Expo. This award recognizes Karen's professional excellence, community service and for actively assisting women in their attainment of professional excellence and leadership skills.

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Karen Norheim, President and CEO of American Crane & Equipment Corporation, has been named the recipient of the 2024 ATHENA Award.
READING, Pa., April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Karen Norheim, President and CEO of American Crane & Equipment Corporation, was awarded the 2024 ATHENA Award at the 2024 Women2Women Conference & Expo.
Karen was presented the 40th ATHENA Award by 2023 award recipient Adelle Schade.
Recipients of the ATHENA Award may choose to represent a non-profit organization, Karen chose the Ready.Set.READ initiative managed by the United Way.