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Michigan Author's Debut Novel Selected as Midwest Book Awards Finalist in Romance

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수요일, 5월 1, 2024
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MASON, Mich., May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- University of Michigan alumna Elizabeth Salo (a pseudonym) was recognized as a finalist in the Fiction:Romance category of the 34th annual Midwest Book Awards.

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  • MASON, Mich., May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- University of Michigan alumna Elizabeth Salo (a pseudonym) was recognized as a finalist in the Fiction:Romance category of the 34th annual Midwest Book Awards.
  • Gold winners will be announced in person at the Midwest Book Awards gala held on June 22, 2024 at the Mall of America in Minneapolis.
  • The Midwest Book Awards are presented by the Midwest Independent Publishers Association, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting independent publishers in the Midwest.
  • MiPA founders organized the first Midwest Book Awards in 1989, and today the Midwest Book Awards is one of the longest running literary recognition programs in the country.

Independent Bank Corporation Announces Appointment of Stephen L. Gulis, Jr. as Chairperson to Its Board of Directors

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화요일, 4월 23, 2024
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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., April 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Independent Bank Corporation (NASDAQ: IBCP), the holding company of Independent Bank, a Michigan-based community bank, announced that its Board of Directors appointed Stephen L. Gulis, Jr. as Chairperson to the Boards of the Corporation and the Bank.

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  • GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., April 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Independent Bank Corporation (NASDAQ: IBCP), the holding company of Independent Bank, a Michigan-based community bank, announced that its Board of Directors appointed Stephen L. Gulis, Jr. as Chairperson to the Boards of the Corporation and the Bank.
  • Mr. Gulis succeeds Mr. Michael M. Magee who served as Chairperson of the Corporation and the Bank since January 1, 2013.
  • Mr. Gulis became a Director of the Boards of Independent Bank Corporation and Independent Bank in 2004.
  • We are pleased to have him continue to serve on the Corporate and Bank boards.”
    Stephen Gulis, Jr. commented: “I am honored to accept the position of Chairperson of the Board of Directors of Independent Bank Corporation and of Independent Bank.

Signing Day Sports Announces Appointment of Jeff Hecklinski as President

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월요일, 4월 15, 2024
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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz, April 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Signing Day Sports, Inc. (“Signing Day Sports” or the “Company”) (NYSE American: SGN), the developer of the Signing Day Sports app and platform to aid high school athletes in the recruitment process, today announced the appointment of Jeff Hecklinski, as the Company’s new President.

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  • SCOTTSDALE, Ariz, April 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Signing Day Sports, Inc. (“Signing Day Sports” or the “Company”) (NYSE American: SGN), the developer of the Signing Day Sports app and platform to aid high school athletes in the recruitment process, today announced the appointment of Jeff Hecklinski, as the Company’s new President.
  • Mr. Hecklinski served as Signing Day Sports’ General Manager from March 2023 to April 2024.
  • Daniel D. Nelson, CEO and Chairman of Signing Day Sports, stated, "I am delighted to welcome Jeff to our senior executive team.
  • Jeff Hecklinski commented, "I am honored to join the executive team at Signing Day Sports during such a pivotal stage in the Company’s development.

Century Complete Debuts New Community in Westland, Michigan

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월요일, 4월 22, 2024
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DETROIT, April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Century Communities, Inc. (NYSE: CCS)—one of the nation's largest homebuilders, an industry leader in online home sales, and the highest-ranked homebuilder on Newsweek's list of America's Most Trustworthy Companies 2024—announced that the company's Century Complete brand is now selling at Carly Court in Westland, MI.

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  • New homes at the community are currently priced from the high $200s, with a versatile selection of two-story floor plans that boast contemporary open-concept layouts, basements, and modern included features.
  • Homebuyers will also enjoy a convenient location near I-275 and I-96—providing easy access to the University of Michigan, plus economic and employment hotspots in the Detroit metro area.
  • "Carly Court brings more of our affordable and quality new homes to the greater Detroit area," said National President Greg Huff.
  • DISCOVER THE FREEDOM OF ONLINE HOMEBUYING:
    Century Complete is proud to feature its industry-first online homebuying experience on all available homes in Michigan.

One-of-a-Kind Entrepreneurial Summer Experience for Teens Announced by Inc. and National Student Leadership Conference

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월요일, 4월 22, 2024
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Through this partnership, Inc. will help advance entrepreneurial education for high school students during a summer program named "Business & Entrepreneurship, in Partnership with Inc.

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  • Through this partnership, Inc. will help advance entrepreneurial education for high school students during a summer program named "Business & Entrepreneurship, in Partnership with Inc.
  • This partnership is a prime example of business and education providers joining forces to develop skilled, confident, and motivated executives for the future.
  • Infusing the thought leadership and subject-matter expertise of Inc. and its Inc. 5000 honorees into this summer program will inspire teens and foster the next generation of entrepreneurs.
  • A Harvard MBA graduate and former MasterCard global marketing executive, Bauer has mentored dozens of startup entrepreneurs from around the world.

NanoVibronix Issues Letter to Stockholders

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화요일, 4월 9, 2024
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We are focused on several areas that we believe will have a substantial impact on our growth and product adoption.

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  • We are focused on several areas that we believe will have a substantial impact on our growth and product adoption.
  • A driving factor in our increased revenues was increased sales to customers using the Veterans’ Health System and worker’s compensation plans.
  • On our balance sheet for the period ended December 31, 2023, we had $3.3 million of cash and inventory of $2.7 million.
  • CMS invited NanoVibronix to a public meeting to present its findings and to answer CMS’s questions, which was held June 1, 2023.

Clinical Data on the Impact of Sotagliflozin on Stroke and Heart Attack Risk Among Four Lexicon-Sponsored Presentations at the American College of Cardiology 73rd Annual Scientific Session & Expo

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월요일, 3월 25, 2024
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In a post-hoc analysis of data from the 10,584 patients in the SCORED Phase 3 clinical trial, 213 all-cause stroke events occurred, including 29 (13.6%) fatal events.

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  • In a post-hoc analysis of data from the 10,584 patients in the SCORED Phase 3 clinical trial, 213 all-cause stroke events occurred, including 29 (13.6%) fatal events.
  • Sotagliflozin reduced the risk of all-cause stroke by 34%, with 1.2 events per 100 patient-years in the sotagliflozin group and 1.8 events per 100 patient-years in the placebo group.
  • Similarly, sotagliflozin reduced the risk of ischemic stroke by 32%, with 0.8 events per 100 patient-years in the sotagliflozin group and 1.2 events per 100 patient-years in the placebo group.
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    Study researchers found that sotagliflozin inhibits platelet activation through simultaneously targeting SGLT1 and SGLT2.

Breakout Ventures Welcomes Five New Venture Partners

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화요일, 3월 26, 2024
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Breakout Ventures , the home for creative bioscience entrepreneurs, is pleased to welcome five new venture partners.

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  • Breakout Ventures , the home for creative bioscience entrepreneurs, is pleased to welcome five new venture partners.
  • Walter advises numerous portfolio companies of VC and PE firms, including as a board member for Checkerspot, a Breakout Ventures investment.
  • Breakout supports our portfolio companies with more than just capital, and we are excited to welcome this group of insightful leaders.
  • To learn more about Breakout Ventures, visit: https://www.breakout.vc/ .

Teri List Joins lululemon Board of Directors

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화요일, 3월 19, 2024
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lululemon athletica inc. (NASDAQ: LULU) today announced the appointment of Teri List to serve on its Board of Directors, effective immediately.

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  • lululemon athletica inc. (NASDAQ: LULU) today announced the appointment of Teri List to serve on its Board of Directors, effective immediately.
  • “Teri’s impressive experience as a business leader and board member for large, global companies will add great value as we continue to grow lululemon around the world,” said Martha Morfitt, Chair of the Board.
  • “We’re pleased to welcome Teri to the lululemon Board of Directors and grateful to benefit from her extensive knowledge and insights.”
    Ms.
  • “I’m proud to join the Board of Directors as lululemon continues to expand its global presence and advance its guest experience,” said Ms.

LegalShield Consumer Stress Legal Index: February Results Show Persistent Elevated Consumer Stress Amid Interest Rate Holding Pattern

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화요일, 3월 19, 2024
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LegalShield’s February Consumer Stress Legal Index (CSLI) highlights an uptick in financial stress among U.S. consumers.

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  • LegalShield’s February Consumer Stress Legal Index (CSLI) highlights an uptick in financial stress among U.S. consumers.
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    LegalShield’s February Consumer Stress Legal Index (CSLI) highlights an uptick in financial stress among U.S. consumers.
  • The latest results from The Conference Board and University of Michigan were foretold by LegalShield’s December 2023 CSLI report .
  • The index is built on three sub-indices tracking calls for legal assistance for issues related to Consumer Finance, Bankruptcy and Foreclosure.