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New Program from PIA Partnership to Spark Ideas and Thought-Provoking Conversations Among Independent Agencies and Insurers

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onsdag, december 6, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The carrier council of the National Association of Professional Insurance Agents, the PIA Partnership, has launched a new program called Thinking Bigger (www.PIAthinkingbigger.com) created to spark new thinking and ways of doing business among the more than 40,000 US-based independent insurance agencies.

Key Points: 
  • The PIA Partnership, formed by PIA in 1996, is a group of insurers focused on developing tools and resources for independent insurance agents.
  • The Thinking Bigger website is a hub for the program which is open to all.
  • "The PIA Partnership's goal with Thinking Bigger is to highlight ideas and new ways of doing business.
  • Agents are encouraged to submit ideas for topics and potential speakers which can be sent on the website.

Edgewise Therapeutics Reports Third Quarter 2023 Financial Results and Recent Business Highlights

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torsdag, november 9, 2023
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Edgewise Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: EWTX), a leading muscle disease biopharmaceutical company, today reported financial results for the third quarter of 2023 and recent business highlights.

Key Points: 
  • Edgewise Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: EWTX), a leading muscle disease biopharmaceutical company, today reported financial results for the third quarter of 2023 and recent business highlights.
  • “I’m thrilled with the progress we’ve made in 2023 across our skeletal and cardiovascular programs,” said Kevin Koch, Ph.D., President and Chief Executive Officer of Edgewise.
  • Research and development (R&D) expenses were $23.8 million for the third quarter of 2023, compared to $19.6 million for the immediately preceding quarter.
  • General and Administrative (G&A) expenses were $5.7 million for the third quarter of 2023, compared to $5.8 million for the immediately preceding quarter.

European Employers Navigate New Pressures Around Flexible Work Models, AI Adoption and Divisive Social Issues, Littler Survey Finds

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onsdag, november 8, 2023
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Littler, the world’s largest employment and labour law practice representing management, has released its sixth annual European Employer Survey Report .

Key Points: 
  • Littler, the world’s largest employment and labour law practice representing management, has released its sixth annual European Employer Survey Report .
  • The breakdown between in-person and remote work in this year’s survey remains remarkably similar to Littler’s 2022 European Employer Survey .
  • European employers also seem to be placing higher value on in-office collaboration than their American counterparts, as Littler’s 2023 U.S.
  • Employer Survey found that only 16% require fully in-person work while 71% operate on a hybrid schedule.

Brighton Health Plan Solutions' Michelle Zettergren to Speak at 2023 Becker's Healthcare Payer Issues Roundtable

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tisdag, november 7, 2023
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NEW YORK, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Michelle Zettergren of Brighton Health Plan Solutions will be a featured panelist at the 2023 Becker's Healthcare Payer Issues Roundtable, Nov. 9-10, 2023, in Chicago. On Friday, Nov. 10 at 2:15 p.m., Zettergren will discuss What the Best Health System-owned Health Plans Do Differently with co-panelists Emily Griese, Ph.D., president of operations and population health at Sanford Health Plan, Bruce Rogen, chief medical officer at Cleveland Clinic Employee Health Plan, Robert Groves, executive vice president and chief medical officer at Banner | Aetna, and Shannon Wilson, vice president of population health and health equity at Priority Health.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Michelle Zettergren of Brighton Health Plan Solutions will be a featured panelist at the 2023 Becker's Healthcare Payer Issues Roundtable , Nov. 9-10, 2023, in Chicago.
  • Nearly a quarter (24%) of all employer healthcare purchasers are considering contracting directly with integrated health systems, according to the Business Group on Health.
  • "Direct contracting provides advantages that allow health systems and those who provide healthcare benefits to work together to improve value.
  • More than 500 insurance and health system executives will attend Becker's Payers Issues Roundtable in Chicago.

Employee-Owned Brand Brings Sustainable Pre-Rolls to New York

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tisdag, oktober 31, 2023
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NEW YORK, Oct. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via IBN -- The Honeybee Collective , a cannabis brand known for its commitment to a sustainable planet and people-friendly practices, will be available for purchase in New York starting Friday, Oct. 20, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Oct. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via IBN -- The Honeybee Collective , a cannabis brand known for its commitment to a sustainable planet and people-friendly practices, will be available for purchase in New York starting Friday, Oct. 20, 2023.
  • The brand first launched in 2021 after a record-breaking crowdfunding campaign and is available in 45 dispensaries across Colorado, where they’ve seen 28% average monthly growth in sales of their 10-pack and 2-pack pre-rolls.
  • The Honeybee Collective has partnered with leading Hudson Valley cannabis grower and manufacturer Hepworth Pura to provide New Yorkers with high-quality, environmentally friendly cannabis products.
  • We’re always researching new eco-friendly packaging and are excited by some of the new materials being developed,” said Becker.

NAPA Remains #1 for Anesthesia Management Services in 2023 Black Book Survey

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måndag, november 6, 2023
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MELVILLE, N.Y., Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- North American Partners in Anesthesia (NAPA) is honored to announce our seventh consecutive year as the nation's highest-ranked vendor for Anesthesia Management Services, as reported by the independent Black Book Market Research. The Black Book survey results are determined by over 800,000 independent ballots from healthcare professionals and clinicians nationwide, representing over 117,000 healthcare institutions. Black Book has been recognized as a Top 25 international market research niche firm for more than 20 years, with a focus on technology, healthcare, pharmaceutical, procurement, higher education, finance, and business services.

Key Points: 
  • MELVILLE, N.Y., Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- North American Partners in Anesthesia (NAPA) is honored to announce our seventh consecutive year as the nation's highest-ranked vendor for Anesthesia Management Services, as reported by the independent Black Book Market Research.
  • The Black Book survey results are determined by over 800,000 independent ballots from healthcare professionals and clinicians nationwide, representing over 117,000 healthcare institutions.
  • Even in a dynamic and difficult healthcare market, NAPA consistently proves its ability to deliver trusted, stable, and high-quality patient-centered anesthesia services."
  • This year, the ARA program also received the 2023 Patient Safety Award from the American Society of Health Care Risk Management (ASHRM).

John Couris of Tampa General Hospital Named One of 60 'Health System CEO Influencers' by Becker's Hospital Review

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onsdag, november 1, 2023
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TAMPA, Fla., Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- John Couris, president and CEO of Florida Health Sciences Center, which comprises an array of organizations, including Tampa General Hospital (TGH), is among Becker's Hospital Review's 2023 class of "60 Health System CEO Influencers." Through this award and recognition program, Becker's recognizes chief executive officers who are shaping the future of the health care industry and transforming care delivery, leading to better patient outcomes.

Key Points: 
  • TAMPA, Fla., Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- John Couris, president and CEO of Florida Health Sciences Center, which comprises an array of organizations, including Tampa General Hospital (TGH), is among Becker's Hospital Review's 2023 class of "60 Health System CEO Influencers."
  • Couris has put an emphasis on team engagement, pushing the boundaries of a traditional academic health system to shape and transform the future of health care.
  • In the six years since Couris took on this role, the academic health system has dramatically improved its quality of care and patient outcomes.
  • Tampa General is the highest-ranked hospital in the Tampa Bay region, according to U.S. News & World Report's 2023-2024 Best Hospitals and is the fourth highest-ranked hospital in Florida.

Kelly Cullen of Tampa General Hospital Named a 'Hospital and Health System Chief Operating Officer to Know' by Becker's Hospital Review

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tisdag, oktober 31, 2023
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TAMPA, Fla., Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tampa General Hospital (TGH) announced that Kelly Cullen, the academic health system's executive vice president and chief operating officer, has been named to Becker's Hospital Review's 2023 list of "Hospital and Health System Chief Operating Officers to Know." Cullen is one of 75 COOs recognized from across the U.S. and is the only COO from the West Central Florida region included on this year's list.

Key Points: 
  • TAMPA, Fla., Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tampa General Hospital (TGH) announced that Kelly Cullen, the academic health system's executive vice president and chief operating officer, has been named to Becker's Hospital Review's 2023 list of "Hospital and Health System Chief Operating Officers to Know."
  • In her role, she also leads emergency and disaster preparedness, ensuring the safety of the hospital, its team members, patients and visitors.
  • Becker's Hospital Review is a leading source of hospital business news and analysis for the health care industry.
  • Cullen and the remainder of this year's "Hospital and Health System Chief Operating Officers to Know" honorees are profiled online here .

PPMD Applauds FDA for Approval of AGAMREE® (Vamorolone) for Duchenne Patients Ages Two Years and Older

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fredag, oktober 27, 2023
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AGAMREE® marks a significant milestone as the second therapy approved for Duchenne that is applicable regardless of the specific genetic mutation.

Key Points: 
  • AGAMREE® marks a significant milestone as the second therapy approved for Duchenne that is applicable regardless of the specific genetic mutation.
  • Today's approval has the potential to offer patients a therapy option with better tolerability, addressing a significant unmet need in our community," said PPMD Founding President and CEO Pat Furlong.
  • We also want to commend FDA leadership for recognizing the potential of AGAMREE® to make a difference in the lives of individuals living with Duchenne," Furlong added.
  • "PPMD is pleased to have collaborated with other foundations and community partners to support the early development of vamorolone.

MGM RESORTS REVEALS NEW DETAILS ABOUT BELLAGIO FOUNTAIN CLUB EXPERIENCE AT FORMULA 1® HEINEKEN SILVER LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX

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torsdag, oktober 26, 2023
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LAS VEGAS, Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) is sharing new details surrounding the Bellagio Fountain Club, which will take center stage during the FORMULA 1 HEINEKEN SILVER LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX with special events and experiences before, during and after the race, November 16-18.

Key Points: 
  • LAS VEGAS, Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) is sharing new details surrounding the Bellagio Fountain Club , which will take center stage during the FORMULA 1 HEINEKEN SILVER LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX with special events and experiences before, during and after the race, November 16-18.
  • Throughout the weekend, the Las Vegas Grand Prix Winner's Stage at the Bellagio Fountain Club will be home to performances by entertainers from MGM Resorts' entertainment portfolio before welcoming the race's top drivers for post-race commentary on Saturday night.
  • Once the checkered flag is waved and cars cross the finish line, the first, second and third-place drivers will head to the Las Vegas Grand Prix Winner's Stage at the Bellagio Fountain Club for post-race interviews.
  • Fans will celebrate as the top three drivers share commentary and reflect on their success at the first-ever FORMULA 1 HEINEKEN SILVER LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX.