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Robert Gioia confirmed as IJC United States Commissioner

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月曜日, 5月 6, 2024

WASHINGTON, May 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The International Joint Commission (IJC) is pleased to announce that the appointment of Robert Gioia as Commissioner has been confirmed by the US Senate.

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  • WASHINGTON, May 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The International Joint Commission (IJC) is pleased to announce that the appointment of Robert Gioia as Commissioner has been confirmed by the US Senate.
  • A longtime community leader in the Buffalo-Niagara region of New York, Mr. Gioia has guided several community transportation, education and development organizations.
  • Mr. Gioia has spent 16 years as president of the John R. Oishei Foundation, a philanthropic organization supporting safe neighborhoods, sound education and regional development across eight western New York counties.
  • As stipulated under Article XII of the Boundary Waters Treaty, the IJC's foundational document, and common to all Commissioners since 1909, Commissioner Gioia made a solemn declaration that as an IJC Commissioner he will faithfully and impartially perform the duties imposed upon him under this Treaty.

BCT-Bank of Charles Town Announces Promotion of Leslie Crabill to Executive Vice President of BCT Wealth and Investments Division

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月曜日, 5月 6, 2024

CHARLES TOWN, W.Va., May 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- (OTC: PTBS) – BCT-Bank of Charles Town, also known as The Community's Bank, recently announced the promotion of Leslie D. Crabill to Executive Vice President, Director of BCT Wealth and Investments.

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  • CHARLES TOWN, W.Va., May 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- (OTC: PTBS) – BCT-Bank of Charles Town, also known as The Community's Bank, recently announced the promotion of Leslie D. Crabill to Executive Vice President, Director of BCT Wealth and Investments.
  • Ms. Crabill will continue overseeing this division that includes BCT Wealth Advisors and BCT Investments while also joining the executive team at BCT-Bank of Charles Town.
  • With over 25 years of investment and comprehensive financial planning experience, Leslie provides substantial industry knowledge within a personalized client experience.
  • She previously served as Senior Vice President, Director of BCT Wealth Advisors and BCT Investments.

Essential Utilities Announces Election of Christopher Bruner and Tamara Linde to Board of Directors

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木曜日, 5月 2, 2024

Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE: WTRG) announces Christopher Bruner and Tamara Linde as the newest members of its board of directors.

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  • Essential Utilities Inc. (NYSE: WTRG) announces Christopher Bruner and Tamara Linde as the newest members of its board of directors.
  • Mr. Bruner will chair Essential’s audit committee and serve on the executive compensation committee.
  • Ms. Linde will serve on the corporate governance committee and the risk mitigation and investment policy committee.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240502139650/en/
    Essential Utilities Announces Election of Christopher Bruner to Board of Directors.

CLEAR Launches New Lane at Maui's Kahului Airport & Partnership with Hawaiian Airlines to Make Travel Easier

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月曜日, 4月 29, 2024

MAUI, Hawaii, April 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- CLEAR (NYSE: YOU), the secure identity company, today announced it is launching its signature identity verification technology tomorrow at Kahului Airport (OGG) on Maui to streamline the airport's security screening experience. CLEAR's launch at OGG is expected to create 33 jobs and generate approximately $2.1 million annually in local economic impact.

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  • CLEAR expects to also launch its signature identity verification technology at Honolulu's Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) in the coming weeks.
  • In addition, CLEAR rolled out a strategic collaboration with Hawaiian Airlines to offer its HawaiianMiles members discounted CLEAR Plus membership.
  • CLEAR already operates its signature CLEAR Plus identity verification lanes in 13 of Hawaiian Airlines' 15 North American destinations.
  • "CLEAR is obsessed with the customer experience and excited to bring HawaiianMiles Members the predictability of CLEAR Plus," said Kyle McLaughlin EVP of Aviation at CLEAR.

Latinas & Power Corp. Celebrates Successful Launch and Expansion of Latinas in Leadership Institute

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月曜日, 4月 29, 2024

HARTFORD, Conn., April 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Latinas & Power Corp. announced the successful launch and expansion of the Latinas in Leadership Institute (LiLi), a groundbreaking virtual program designed to empower Latina professionals and entrepreneurs in Connecticut, Massachusetts and beyond. With generous financial support from private, government, and foundation sectors, Latinas & Power Corp. has been able to secure the necessary funding to establish and grow this transformative initiative. "This investment will build capacity for a meaningful development opportunity for Latina leaders around New England," said Braeden Mayrisch, VP, Equity and Impact at Voya Financial and VP, Voya Foundation, "The Latinas in Leadership Institute provides our participants with an opportunity to invest in skill-building for themselves and their employers, while finding meaningful ways to give back to the Hartford Region."

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  • HARTFORD, Conn., April 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Latinas & Power Corp. announced the successful launch and expansion of the Latinas in Leadership Institute (LiLi), a groundbreaking virtual program designed to empower Latina professionals and entrepreneurs in Connecticut, Massachusetts and beyond.
  • Marilyn Alverio, Executive Director of the Institute and CEO of Latinas & Power Corp., stated "The impact has been tremendous."
  • Investing in expanding programs, reaching more beneficiaries, and launching new initiatives is crucial for the long-term sustainability of Latinas & Power Corp.
  • For more information about the Latinas in Leadership Institute and how to get involved, please visit Latinas in Leadership Institute or contact the program manager: [email protected]

Detroit Sports Commission Expands $1 Million Living Legacy Program and Holds Community Celebration With Partners

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月曜日, 4月 22, 2024

DETROIT, April 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft presented by Bud Light, the Detroit Sports Commission (DSC) unveiled additional details and grant recipients as part of its unprecedented $1 million Living Legacy Initiative. In addition, the Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation, Amazon, Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, the NFL, and other entities awarded grants to local community organizations.

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  • In addition, the Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation, Amazon, Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, the NFL, and other entities awarded grants to local community organizations.
  • Announced in November 2023, the Detroit Sports Commission's $1 million Living Legacy Initiative is designed to promote youth literacy and sports, with a special emphasis on empowering girls in sports across Detroit and neighboring communities.
  • All recipients were presented with a specially branded Detroit Sports Commission 2024 jersey and hat, serving as a memento of their selection.
  • Kellogg Foundation and co-chair of the Detroit Sports Commission Community Engagement Committee.

Greenberg Traurig's Ernest LaMont Greer and Patrice Greer Honored at Atlanta History Center's 38th Annual Swan House Ball

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金曜日, 4月 19, 2024

ATLANTA, April 19, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Ernest LaMont Greer, co-president of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP, and Patrice Greer, president of Creative Concourse Concepts, will be honored by the Atlanta History Center (AHC) at its 38th Annual Swan House Ball April 20. The Swan House Ball brings together Atlanta's business, community, and social leaders to raise funds for the center's annual operations and its award-winning educational programs.

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  • Ernest LaMont Greer, co-president of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP, and Patrice Greer, president of Creative Concourse Concepts, will be honored by the Atlanta History Center (AHC) at its 38th Annual Swan House Ball April 20.
  • ATLANTA, April 19, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Ernest LaMont Greer , co-president of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP , and Patrice Greer, president of Creative Concourse Concepts, will be honored by the Atlanta History Center (AHC) at its 38th Annual Swan House Ball April 20.
  • The Swan House Ball brings together Atlanta's business, community, and social leaders to raise funds for the center's annual operations and its award-winning educational programs.
  • Patrice Greer has chaired many of the city's important fundraisers, including galas for Grady Hospital, Families First, Atlanta Ballet, and the AHC.

Wonderschool Acquires ChildcareMatters SubPool Platform to Help Child Care Providers with Substitute Support

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木曜日, 4月 18, 2024

SAN FRANCISCO, April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wonderschool, the innovative child care platform, today announced it is acquiring the ChildcareMatters substitute teaching pool ("SubPool") platform from the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee. Wonderschool will integrate the ChildcareMatters platform into its comprehensive SubPool solution to assist governments in matching centers with qualified substitutes to reduce administrative burnout in child care.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, April 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Wonderschool , the innovative child care platform, today announced it is acquiring the ChildcareMatters substitute teaching pool ("SubPool") platform from the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee.
  • Wonderschool will integrate the ChildcareMatters platform into its comprehensive SubPool solution to assist governments in matching centers with qualified substitutes to reduce administrative burnout in child care.
  • The Wonderschool SubPool provides early educators with real-time access to high-quality, background-screened child care substitutes, helping them avoid burnout or sudden closures.
  • Wonderschool has been licensing ChildcareMatters since September 2023, when Wonderschool first used it to launch a statewide SubPool in Mississippi.

CROWN ROYAL TEAMS UP WITH HOUSTON LEGEND BUN B TO KICK OFF RODEOHOUSTON® AND CELEBRATE LOCAL ARTISTRY

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火曜日, 3月 5, 2024

HOUSTON, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Award-winning whisky brand Crown Royal returns to the 2024 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™ as a title sponsor to celebrate the rich culture in Houston surrounding the rodeo. This year, Crown Royal has teamed up with Houston Legend Bun B to kick off the rodeo festivities. The brand also debuted the Crown Royal Saloon & Showroom, which spotlighted rodeo fashion and encouraged rodeo-goers to "tip their hat" to the local artisans who continue to keep rodeo culture from fashion, music, design and more, thriving. Rodeo goers are invited to visit the Crown Royal Saloon & Showroom during Go Tejano Day weekend (March 8 – 10) and pay homage to the pioneers of rodeo fashion and culture.

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  • This year, Crown Royal has teamed up with Houston Legend Bun B to kick off the rodeo festivities.
  • On February 29, Crown Royal kicked off the rodeo festivities with Houston native, Bun B, and hosted "Hats Off to Houston," an intimate dinner attended by the city's tastemakers and fashion trendsetters.
  • The celebration raised a glass to the Houston legend and the local artistry that is at the heart of Houston's rich culture.
  • "What better way to kick off Rodeo other than with Houston legend, Bun B?

Patrick T. Martin Joins ACNB Bank as Community Banking Manager

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木曜日, 2月 29, 2024

FREDERICK, Md., Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Patrick T. Martin has joined ACNB Bank in the position of Community Banking Manager of the Aspen Ridge Office located at 165A Thomas Johnson Drive, Frederick, MD, and the Walkersville Office located at 200 Commerce Drive, Walkersville, MD. In this role, Mr. Martin is responsible for welcoming current and prospective customers, fulfilling customers' needs for banking products and services, building relationships within the local community, and managing the office staff. He can be reached during business hours at [email protected] or 240.259.1573.

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  • FREDERICK, Md., Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Patrick T. Martin has joined ACNB Bank in the position of Community Banking Manager of the Aspen Ridge Office located at 165A Thomas Johnson Drive, Frederick, MD, and the Walkersville Office located at 200 Commerce Drive, Walkersville, MD.
  • Prior to joining ACNB Bank, he served as a branch relationship manager for a regional bank in central Maryland.
  • ACNB Bank is a wholly-owned subsidiary of ACNB Corporation, an independent $2.4 billion financial holding company headquartered in Gettysburg, PA.
  • Affiliated with ACNB Bank is ACNB Insurance Services, Inc. of Westminster, MD, a full-service insurance agency with licenses in 46 states and the other wholly-owned subsidiary of ACNB Corporation.