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Caesars Entertainment, Inc. Appoints Kim Harris Jones to Board of Directors

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Lunedì, Aprile 29, 2024

With a track record of strategic corporate leadership as both an executive and a board member, Harris Jones will bring a unique perspective and in-depth experience to the Caesars Entertainment Board of Directors.

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With a track record of strategic corporate leadership as both an executive and a board member, Harris Jones will bring a unique perspective and in-depth experience to the Caesars Entertainment Board of Directors.
“Kim Harris Jones is a tremendous addition to the Caesars Entertainment leadership team,” said Gary Carano, Executive Chairman of the Board, Caesars Entertainment.
“I’m pleased to count Kim Harris Jones among our Board of Directors,” said Tom Reeg, CEO of Caesars Entertainment.
With the addition of Harris Jones, Caesars Entertainment’s Board of Directors will grow to 10 members.

Julia A. Simon Joins Lynn Pinker Hurst & Schwegmann as Partner

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Giovedì, Aprile 11, 2024

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Nationally recognized trial litigation firm Lynn Pinker Hurst & Schwegmann has announced the addition of Julia A. Simon as a partner.

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Nationally recognized trial litigation firm Lynn Pinker Hurst & Schwegmann has announced the addition of Julia A. Simon as a partner.
Most recently Ms. Simon served as the Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary for Mary Kay Inc., a global manufacturer and distributor of consumer goods.
"As I approach this next chapter of my legal career, I am excited to return to private practice," said Ms. Simon.
"Julia brings a wealth of experience and knowledge and has a clear vision of the opportunities she can bring to the firm."

BetterUp Names Jolen Anderson as Chief People and Community Officer

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Giovedì, Aprile 4, 2024

BetterUp , the human transformation company and pioneer of virtual coaching, today announced the appointment of Jolen Anderson as the company’s first-ever Chief People and Community Officer.

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BetterUp , the human transformation company and pioneer of virtual coaching, today announced the appointment of Jolen Anderson as the company’s first-ever Chief People and Community Officer.
In her new role, Anderson will oversee all aspects of the human resources function, including talent strategy, people operations, leadership development, and inclusion efforts.
BetterUp’s mission and employees are unique because they also support the performance, resilience, and well-being of enterprise and Fortune 500 workforces worldwide,” said Jolen Anderson, Chief People and Community Officer of BetterUp.
For more information on Jolen Anderson and her new role at BetterUp, please visit betterup.com.

Huge Names Chidi Achara New Chief Product Officer

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Giovedì, Febbraio 22, 2024

In her first major action as CEO, Lisa De Bonis revealed that Chidi Achara will join Huge as Chief Product Officer, and Matt Weiss will be appointed Chief Brand Officer.

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In her first major action as CEO, Lisa De Bonis revealed that Chidi Achara will join Huge as Chief Product Officer, and Matt Weiss will be appointed Chief Brand Officer.
“With Chidi and Matt on our team, I believe we can now accelerate delivering unique and innovative solutions for our clients.”
Achara brings a depth of product experience to Huge.
As Chief Product Officer, Achara’s mission is to scale collaboration across product innovation, design and engineering, and integrate AI technologies to accelerate growth for clients.
“Huge has built a business that’s proven to be as innovative as it is durable in an ever-changing market,” said Achara.

Nexus Search Partners Names Multi-Industry Veteran Executive as Senior Partner

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Mercoledì, Febbraio 14, 2024

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Nexus Search Partners, a purpose-driven executive search and advisory firm that prioritizes inclusion, diversity and equity (ID&E) in the workplace, has named Mary Winston as a senior partner. Winston is a seasoned executive who has held key leadership positions with several U.S. retail giants and serves on the public boards of Northrop Grumman, TD Bank Group, Acuity Brands Inc., and Chipotle Mexican Grill.

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CHARLOTTE, N.C., Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Nexus Search Partners , a purpose-driven executive search and advisory firm that prioritizes inclusion, diversity and equity (ID&E) in the workplace, has named Mary Winston as a senior partner.
Nexus' leadership team boasts decades of deep and relevant expertise from well-respected corporations across the United States and is wholly aligned with Nexus' values, mission and tailored, hands-on approach to executive search.
"Nexus could not be more proud to have Mary on our team," said Nexus founder and Managing Partner Thaddeus V. Jones.
"Nexus' purpose-driven, people-first ethos is a true differentiator in the executive search field and aligns seamlessly with the goals I've set for my next chapter.

Southern Company Executive Chairman Tom Fanning to retire Dec. 31

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Martedì, Dicembre 12, 2023

ATLANTA, Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company today announced the retirement of Thomas A. Fanning as the executive chairman of its board of directors, effective Dec. 31. Concurrently, the company also announced the election of Christopher C. Womack, president and CEO, as the new chairman of the Southern Company Board of Directors, effective Dec. 31.

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ATLANTA, Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company today announced the retirement of Thomas A. Fanning as the executive chairman of its board of directors, effective Dec. 31.
Concurrently, the company also announced the election of Christopher C. Womack, president and CEO, as the new chairman of the Southern Company Board of Directors, effective Dec. 31.
Fanning has served Southern Company with unparalleled dedication, strategic vision and unwavering commitment for more than 43 years.
"Tom Fanning has been a great leader who has left an indelible mark on Southern Company.

Fannie Mae Receives 'Equality 100 Award' from Human Rights Campaign Foundation

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Giovedì, Novembre 30, 2023

WASHINGTON, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fannie Mae(OTCQB: FNMA) today announced it has been recognized with the Equality 100 Award: Leader in LGBTQ+ Workplace Inclusion from the Human Rights Campaign Foundation, receiving a score of 100 on its 2023-2024 Corporate Equality Index (CEI) for the ninth consecutive year. The annual benchmarking survey and report measures corporate policies, practices, and benefits related to LGBTQ+ workplace equality.

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WASHINGTON, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fannie Mae(OTCQB: FNMA) today announced it has been recognized with the Equality 100 Award: Leader in LGBTQ+ Workplace Inclusion from the Human Rights Campaign Foundation, receiving a score of 100 on its 2023-2024 Corporate Equality Index (CEI) for the ninth consecutive year.
The annual benchmarking survey and report measures corporate policies, practices, and benefits related to LGBTQ+ workplace equality.
"Fannie Mae is proud to be recognized by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation for our diversity and for fostering an inclusive, psychologically safe environment," said Priscilla Almodovar, Chief Executive Officer, Fannie Mae.
Fannie Mae has been recognized by a number of organizations for its diversity and inclusion efforts, such as Black Enterprise, Disability:IN, LATINA Style, the National Business Inclusion Consortium, and Seramount.

ICYMI: The Biden-Harris Administration “Kept Its Promise” to Black and Latino Entrepreneurs with SBA Loans in FY23

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Mercoledì, Novembre 8, 2023

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WASHINGTON, Nov. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Small Business Administration distributed tens of thousands of loans to Black and Latino-owned businesses in FY23, helping entrepreneurs from historically underserved communities access the capital they need to start, scale, and sustain the small businesses that continue to power our nation forward.

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WASHINGTON, Nov. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Small Business Administration distributed tens of thousands of loans to Black and Latino-owned businesses in FY23, helping entrepreneurs from historically underserved communities access the capital they need to start, scale, and sustain the small businesses that continue to power our nation forward.
These transformative investments build upon the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to growing the economy from the bottom up and the middle out.
See excerpts from coverage of these historic investments below:
Black Enterprise: BIDEN ADMINISTRATION MAKING GOOD ON PROMISE TO BLACK-OWNED BUSINESSES, SBA LOANS REACH $1B MILESTONE
“The Biden administration has kept its promise to even the playing field for Black-owned businesses by way of access to necessary capital and other business resources.
The United States Small Business Administration (SBA) has now surpassed the $1 billion mark in lending to Black-owned small businesses for the third year, doubling that of the 2020 fiscal year, CNBC reports.”
“The SBA’s commitment to offering government-backed loans, without predatory interest rates, to Black-owned businesses has resulted in unprecedented growth for the estimated 161,031 companies under the umbrella and the national economy.

Legendary Sports Agent C. Lamont Smith Launches HOFs Podcast

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Venerdì, Ottobre 20, 2023

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C. Lamont Smith, a licensed attorney and pioneering sports agent, created the HOFs Podcast ("HOFs") to combat recency bias by looking into the lives of sports legends and serving as a bridge between yesterday's greats to today's stars and fans.

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C. Lamont Smith, a licensed attorney and pioneering sports agent, created the HOFs Podcast ("HOFs") to combat recency bias by looking into the lives of sports legends and serving as a bridge between yesterday's greats to today's stars and fans.
This groundbreaking podcast exclusively focuses on the careers of Hall of Famers of the same caliber as clients Smith has worked with, including Barry Sanders, Jerome Bettis, Willie Roaf, Steve Atwater, and Joe Thomas.
Host Smith explores the early lives, development, challenges, and paths to the immortality of Hall of Famers in various sports.
Coach K is the personification of sustained excellence that we seek to highlight on HOFs," explains Smith.

Boys Hope Girls Hope of New York hosts their 4th Annual Women of Hope Benefit

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Lunedì, Ottobre 9, 2023

BROOKLYN, N.Y., Oct. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Boys Hope Girls Hope of New York (BHGHNY) will host their 4th Annual Women of Hope Benefit on Tuesday, October 17th, 2023, from 6 pm to 8 pm at The Glass Ceiling located at 1204 Broadway, New York, NY 10001. All proceeds will benefit their academic and community programming at 367 Clermont Avenue in Brooklyn, NY.

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BROOKLYN, N.Y., Oct. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Boys Hope Girls Hope of New York (BHGHNY) will host their 4th Annual Women of Hope Benefit on Tuesday, October 17th, 2023, from 6 pm to 8 pm at The Glass Ceiling located at 1204 Broadway, New York, NY 10001.
With over four decades of commitment, Boys Hope Girls Hope of New York is currently the only youth development program in the city offering combined residential and college access services.
Continued support of their mission - through events like the Annual Women of Hope Benefit - is helping at-risk, low-income teens break through systemic barriers and become well-educated, career-ready men and women.
For more information regarding BHGHNY's 4th Annual Women of Hope Benefit, visit bhghny.org/woh23 .