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ICON releases its ICON Cares 2023 Report

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torsdag, maj 9, 2024

ICON plc , (NASDAQ:ICLR) a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation, today releases its ICON Cares 2023 Report .

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  • ICON plc , (NASDAQ:ICLR) a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation, today releases its ICON Cares 2023 Report .
  • This outlines how the company is delivering on its ESG, diversity, inclusion and belonging, and CSR goals, as delivered through its ICON Cares program.
  • In recognition of its efforts, in 2023, ICON achieved gold medal status from EcoVadis, a leading provider of business sustainability ratings.
  • Most recently, ICON has been named by the Financial Times and Statista as one of Europe’s Climate Leaders in 2024.

United Renewables CEO Chris Caldwell and Trinity College Dublin's Professor Jane Stout Discuss AI's Potential and Challenges in Biodiversity Preservation

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måndag, april 15, 2024

DOUGLAS, Isle of Man, April 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Chris Caldwell, CEO of United Renewables, a leading renewable energy development and clean tech investment company, joined Professor Jane Stout, an esteemed ecologist and Vice President for Biodiversity and Climate Action at Trinity College Dublin, for a thought-provoking panel discussion on the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in biodiversity preservation.

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  • She affirmed, "I'm excited about some of the opportunities associated with AI, particularly being able to process data more quickly."
  • Stout acknowledged the challenges associated with AI but emphasised the potential benefits of processing and interpreting data in real-time to inform environmental decisions.
  • To learn more about AI and biodiversity visit both United Renewables and Trinity College Dublin's Biodiversity and Climate Action initiatives .
  • To listen to the conversation on the role of AI in environmental decision-making go to the United Renewables website.

ZCG-Backed Affinity Interactive Appoints Scott Butera as President & Chief Executive Officer

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onsdag, april 24, 2024

Affinity Interactive (“AI” or the “Company”), a leading omni-channel media, online, and gaming operator, today announced the appointment of Scott Butera as President & Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately.

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  • Affinity Interactive (“AI” or the “Company”), a leading omni-channel media, online, and gaming operator, today announced the appointment of Scott Butera as President & Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately.
  • In his new capacity, Mr. Butera will set strategy and oversee operations of the Company’s diversified portfolio of casinos resorts across Nevada, Missouri, and Iowa.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240423742515/en/
    Mr. Butera is an industry veteran who has a history of leading growth and innovation at numerous companies.
  • Previously, Mr. Butera served as President of Fubo Gaming at Fubo TV Inc.

Klaviyo Appoints Carmel Galvin as Chief People Officer

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torsdag, april 11, 2024

Klaviyo (NYSE: KVYO), the company that powers smarter digital relationships, today announced that Carmel Galvin will join the company as Chief People Officer, effective April 15.

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  • Klaviyo (NYSE: KVYO), the company that powers smarter digital relationships, today announced that Carmel Galvin will join the company as Chief People Officer, effective April 15.
  • Reporting to Co-founder and CEO, Andrew Bialecki, Galvin will lead Klaviyo’s global people operations team and human resources functions, including talent acquisition and retention, training and development, diversity and inclusion, and corporate social responsibility.
  • Galvin joins Klaviyo from Stripe, where she served as Chief People Officer, overseeing the company’s talent strategy and programs.
  • She brings over two decades of leadership experience in human resources in fast-growing global software and technology organizations, including Autodesk, Glassdoor and Advent Software.

2 Greenberg Traurig Attorneys Named to Los Angeles Business Journal 'Top 100 Lawyers' List

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fredag, april 19, 2024

LOS ANGELES, April 19, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Lisa C. McCurdy and Mathew S. Rosengart, shareholders in global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP's Los Angeles office, were both named to the "Top 100 Lawyers" list by the Los Angeles Business Journal.

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  • Lisa C. McCurdy and Mathew S. Rosengart, shareholders in global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP's Los Angeles office, were both named to the "Top 100 Lawyers" list by the Los Angeles Business Journal.
  • LOS ANGELES, April 19, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Lisa C. McCurdy and Mathew S. Rosengart , shareholders in global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP's Los Angeles office , were both named to the "Top 100 Lawyers" list by the Los Angeles Business Journal.
  • The list recognizes the achievements of leading lawyers in the Los Angeles business community, according to the publication.
  • In addition to her practice, McCurdy is co-chair of the firm's Global Women's Initiative, and co-chairs shareholder recruiting for the Los Angeles office.

Blakely Page Celebrates Winning the HeartShare Humanitarian Award

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måndag, april 8, 2024

Wayne, Pennsylvania, April 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Blakely Page , a significant leader in Pennsylvania’s finance industry, is thrilled to announce that he has won the HeartShare Humanitarian Award, which recognizes his significant contributions to the welfare of others.

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  • Wayne, Pennsylvania, April 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Blakely Page , a significant leader in Pennsylvania’s finance industry, is thrilled to announce that he has won the HeartShare Humanitarian Award, which recognizes his significant contributions to the welfare of others.
  • A PAM Rising Star, an annual listing by thewealthnet that recognizes the qualities and achievements of the individual within their sector, Blakely Page ’s achievement of winning the HeartShare Humanitarian Award at the Spring Gala and Auction in front of 1500 people further highlights his impressive dedication to helping support and placing a spotlight on vital charitable organizations.
  • Throughout his professional career Blakely Page has forged success in capital management and the financial industry.
  • A focus on philanthropic ventures has remained with Blakely Page throughout his career, as well as furthering the importance of education.

OMass Therapeutics expands Scientific Advisory Board with the appointment of Sarah Teichmann

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måndag, april 8, 2024

Oxford, United Kingdom – 8th April 2024 – OMass Therapeutics (‘OMass’ or ‘the Company’), a biotechnology company identifying medicines against highly validated target ecosystems such as membrane proteins or intracellular complexes, today announces the appointment of Sarah Teichmann PhD, FMedSci, FRS to its Scientific Advisory Board (SAB), effective immediately.

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  • Oxford, United Kingdom – 8th April 2024 – OMass Therapeutics (‘OMass’ or ‘the Company’), a biotechnology company identifying medicines against highly validated target ecosystems such as membrane proteins or intracellular complexes, today announces the appointment of Sarah Teichmann PhD, FMedSci, FRS to its Scientific Advisory Board (SAB), effective immediately.
  • During this time, she also collaborated with OMass’ co-founder, Professor Dame Carol Robinson, on unraveling the in vivo and in vitro assembly of soluble protein complexes.
  • Ali Jazayeri, Chief Scientific Officer at OMass Therapeutics, commented: “I look forward to working with Sarah.
  • Our previous long-standing collaboration on the assembly of soluble protein complexes demonstrates how her skillset can be complementary to our native mass spectrometry approach and can contribute to further developing our drug discovery platform.”
    Sarah Teichmann, Member of the Scientific Advisory Board of OMass Therapeutics, added: “I am thrilled to be joining OMass Therapeutics’ SAB.

Zymeworks Announces Appointment of Dr. Neil Gallagher to its Board of Directors

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torsdag, mars 28, 2024

Gallagher is the sixth director to join our board of directors in the past twelve months as we continue to refresh and strengthen the Board governance and oversight required for the next stage of the Company’s development and growth,” said Kenneth Galbraith, Chair and Chief Executive Officer of Zymeworks.

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  • Gallagher is the sixth director to join our board of directors in the past twelve months as we continue to refresh and strengthen the Board governance and oversight required for the next stage of the Company’s development and growth,” said Kenneth Galbraith, Chair and Chief Executive Officer of Zymeworks.
  • Dr. Gallagher has directly led or overseen multiple medical product approvals globally, including biologics and small molecules, across several therapeutic areas.
  • Before joining Syndax Pharmaceuticals in 2023, Dr. Gallagher was Head of Development and Chief Medical Officer of AbbVie.
  • Dr. Gallagher was also appointed to serve as a member of the research and development committee of the board of directors.

Zeevo Group’s Client Success Team Gets Boost With New Member Megan King

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tisdag, april 9, 2024

Zeevo Group LLC ("Zeevo"), an operations, finance, and information technology consulting services firm, welcomed Megan King as a new member of its Client Success Team.

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  • Zeevo Group LLC ("Zeevo"), an operations, finance, and information technology consulting services firm, welcomed Megan King as a new member of its Client Success Team.
  • "With her extensive network of relationships with aircraft leasing companies, airlines, manufacturers, and maintenance service providers, she is the perfect fit for our Client Success Team."
  • King joins Zeevo from Smithbucklin following a ten-year-plus tenure at the association management company that delivers management and specialized services to trade and professional associations.
  • "I am thrilled and honored to be joining the elite team at Zeevo," said Megan King, a newly appointed consultant of Zeevo Group.

United Renewables: Harnessing AI for Climate and Biodiversity Preservation

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torsdag, mars 21, 2024

DOUGLAS, Isle of Man, March 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Renowned renewable energy expert Chris Caldwell delivered a captivating keynote address at the recent Climate and Biodiversity Summit, Trinity College Dublin highlighting the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in safeguarding our planet.

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  • He cited examples of AI algorithms being designed to mimic the behaviour of ants and the efficiency of brain function.
  • He emphasised the importance of considering the trade-offs between AI development and the preservation of biodiversity.
  • AI has the potential to transform the way we approach climate and biodiversity preservation, and it's essential that we harness its power responsibly.
  • The video recording of Caldwell's keynote address is now available on YouTube , providing a valuable resource for anyone interested in the intersection of AI, environmental sustainability, and the work of United Renewables .