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Rizing Tide Foundation Announces 2023 Crest Scholarship Recipients

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023
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PHOENIX, Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rizing Tide, a foundation dedicated to creating a more racially diverse and inclusive physical therapy (PT) workforce, proudly unveils the latest cohort of beneficiaries for its prestigious Crest scholarship program. Demonstrating unwavering dedication for a third consecutive year, Rizing Tide has awarded 20 more scholarships to outstanding BIPOC students embarking on physical therapy careers. 41 scholarships have been provided to date, bringing the total amount pledged to students to just under $1.1 million.

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  • PHOENIX, Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rizing Tide , a foundation dedicated to creating a more racially diverse and inclusive physical therapy (PT) workforce, proudly unveils the latest cohort of beneficiaries for its prestigious Crest scholarship program.
  • Demonstrating unwavering dedication for a third consecutive year, Rizing Tide has awarded 20 more scholarships to outstanding BIPOC students embarking on physical therapy careers.
  • Meet the 2023 Rizing Tide Foundation Crest scholarship recipients and their corresponding universities:
    Georgina Janet Orozco, University of California, San Francisco/San Francisco State University, Department of Physical Therapy
    Marquan Cromartie, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University, School of Allied Health Sciences
    Veoletta Range Dyer, the University of Central Florida, College of Health Professions and Sciences
    Meet the 2023 Rizing Tide Foundation Crest Rizing Star scholarship recipients and their corresponding universities:
    Elisiah Ann Jones, the University of Alabama at Birmingham, School of Health Professions
    Joel Nnaemeka Nweke, the University of Texas at San Antonio, School of Health Professions
    Joshua Hubbard, who is attending the University of Alabama at Birmingham, School of Health Professions
    "The Rizing Tide Beachcomber selection committee undertook a monumental task of selecting these 20 Crest scholars from the finalist pool this year," said Dr. Emmanuel Fajardo, PT, DPT , a Rizing Tide Beachcomber and regional director of rehabilitation services for Kaiser Permanente, Northern California.
  • To learn more about the Rizing Tide Foundation and its scholarship programs or to apply, please visit: www.rizing-tide.com .

The Foundation for a Healthy St. Petersburg Names Dr. Kanika Tomalin as President and Chief Executive Officer

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Monday, May 8, 2023
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ST.PETERSBURG, Fla., May 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today the Foundation for a Healthy St. Petersburg (FHSP) announced the appointment of Dr. Kanika Tomalin as its next President and Chief Executive Officer. Dr. Tomalin, whose local leadership has crossed public and private sectors, was instrumental in the creation of the conversion foundation during her time as Bayfront Health System's Vice President of Strategic Planning & Public Affairs, following the sale of the health system.

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  • ST.PETERSBURG, Fla., May 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today the Foundation for a Healthy St. Petersburg (FHSP) announced the appointment of Dr. Kanika Tomalin as its next President and Chief Executive Officer.
  • Dr. Tomalin currently serves as Eckerd College's Chief Operating Officer and Vice President for Strategy.
  • As the regional vice president of external affairs, she led the creation of the joint-venture partnership that resulted in the creation of the Foundation for a Healthy St. Petersburg.
  • "The Foundation for Healthy St. Petersburg plays a vital role advocating for equity in this community," said Gwendolyn Reese, President, Florida African American Heritage Association.

Molekule Expands its Industry-Leading Portfolio of Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Solutions Technology with Definitive Agreement to Acquire Aura Smart Air Ltd., Further Accelerating Molekule into the B2B Sector

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Monday, February 27, 2023
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Molekule has the largest range of proprietary and patented, FDA-cleared air purification devices.

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  • Molekule has the largest range of proprietary and patented, FDA-cleared air purification devices.
  • Aura’s award-winning patented smart air technology platform monitors and purifies the air in hospitals, schools, businesses, hotels, restaurants, buses, and nursing homes in more than 87 countries around the world.
  • Its unique four-stage purification process is scientifically proven to capture and kill 99.9% of viruses, bacteria, germs, and allergens.
  • The Company believes its comprehensive solutions platforms are well positioned to address the rapidly growing, estimated $15 billion global air purification market.

Greenberg Traurig Expands Corporate Practice in Atlanta

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Tuesday, January 17, 2023
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ATLANTA, Jan. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP expanded its Corporate Practice in Atlanta with the addition of Toni N. Brown as of counsel.

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  • Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP expanded its Corporate Practice in Atlanta with the addition of Toni N. Brown as of counsel.
  • ATLANTA, Jan. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP expanded its Corporate Practice in Atlanta with the addition of Toni N. Brown as of counsel.
  • Brown joins Greenberg Traurig from Inspire Brands, Inc. where she served as senior director of supply chain for the global multibrand restaurant company, which owns several well-known chains including Arby's, Dunkin', Jimmy John's, and SONIC.
  • "My decision to join Greenberg Traurig is specifically rooted in the people and the culture," Brown said.

Scholarships and Food Pantry Donations Support Students at 10 Schools

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Monday, December 12, 2022
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Publix collaborated with the United Negro College Fund (UNCF) to provide $100,000 in scholarships to 50 minority students attending the selected schools.

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  • Publix collaborated with the United Negro College Fund (UNCF) to provide $100,000 in scholarships to 50 minority students attending the selected schools.
  • In addition, Publix donated $50,000 in food and other products, and PSMC donated $50,000 in funding to support food pantries serving students at the schools.
  • Its our hope that our investment in these recipients and their schools food pantries will make a difference in students lives.
  • Many students also struggle to afford food and other essential items like personal care products.

Lemonade Day National Names Tallahassee, Florida Third and Fifth Graders Ethan and Edward Chapman as 2022 National Youth Entrepreneur of the Year

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Thursday, October 27, 2022
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Lemonade Day , a national non-profit committed to preparing youth for life through a unique entrepreneurial and experiential program, announced its 2022 National Youth Entrepreneur of the Year: brothers Ethan and Edward Chapman (3rd and 5th grade) of Tallahassee, Florida.

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  • Lemonade Day , a national non-profit committed to preparing youth for life through a unique entrepreneurial and experiential program, announced its 2022 National Youth Entrepreneur of the Year: brothers Ethan and Edward Chapman (3rd and 5th grade) of Tallahassee, Florida.
  • Our youth participants have the ability to develop attributes of an entrepreneurial mindset through the Lemonade Day experience of learning and acting as an entrepreneur, commented Nicole Cassier-Mason, Lemonade Day national CEO.
  • This year, Lemonade Day Tallahassee had 377 youth participate in the program with more than 25 businesses registered.
  • Lemonade Day will celebrate National Entrepreneurship Month in November and National Entrepreneurs Day on November 15, 2022.

Black Girl Magic On Display for FAMU Homecoming

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Friday, October 14, 2022
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TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Oct. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As Rattlers from all over the country come to Tallahassee to celebrate Homecoming, the city transforms into a vibrant orange and green each year. Rattlers of all ages continue to come together for the ultimate experience at homecoming. The festivities extend the full week and include a range of activities for Rattlers and FAMU supporters. The Homecoming concert proves year after year to be the epicenter of a dynamic mix of music and culture. Students, alumni and fans of the highest ranked public HBCU prepare for an electrifying performance from top artists.

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  • The festivities extend the full week and include a range of activities for Rattlers and FAMU supporters.
  • The Homecoming concert proves year after year to be the epicenter of a dynamic mix of music and culture.
  • Chart-topping Hip hop duo City Girls, currently on a national tour alongside Jack Harlow, will headline the FAMU Experience Concert.
  • Founded in 1887, It is the third largest historically black university in the United States by enrollment and the only public historically black university in Florida.

Class Action Filed against State of Florida for Decadeslong Underfunding and Neglect of Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCUs)

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Thursday, September 22, 2022
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Their complaint names the state, the board of governors of the State University System and system chancellor Marshall M. Criser III as defendants.

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  • Their complaint names the state, the board of governors of the State University System and system chancellor Marshall M. Criser III as defendants.
  • The complaint was filed in U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Florida.
  • Specifically, the suit demands that the state of Florida commit to complete parity in its support of HBCUs and traditionally white institutions (aka TWIs) within five years.
  • Britney and her fellow plaintiffs are standing up for nothing less than just and equal funding for all state schools in Florida.

THE COLONY GROUP ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH THURGOOD MARSHALL COLLEGE FUND SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

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Monday, July 11, 2022
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BOSTON, July 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Colony Group , an independent, national wealth and business management firm with approximately $19 billion in assets under management, is pleased to announce its partnership with the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) Internship Program.

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  • BOSTON, July 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Colony Group , an independent, national wealth and business management firm with approximately $19 billion in assets under management, is pleased to announce its partnership with the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) Internship Program.
  • "By partnering with the Thurgood Marshall College Fund Summer Internship program, we are helping these students to gain leadership and professional skills, and ultimately create a pipeline of talent for the workforce," said Craig S. Jones , JD, MBA, CPWA, Managing Director and Chief Diversity Officer, The Colony Group.
  • Established in 1987, the Thurgood Marshall College Fund (TMCF) is the nation's largest organization exclusively representing the Black College Community.
  • In this episode, you will learn about the impact Dr. Payne has made on hundreds, if not thousands, of people through her life-changing work with the Thurgood Marshall College Fund.

D'Andre D. Lampkin Foundation Announces 2022 Scholarship Recipients

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Tuesday, June 21, 2022
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This year, the Lampkin Foundation announced it has increased its scholarship award amounts.

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  • This year, the Lampkin Foundation announced it has increased its scholarship award amounts.
  • We are excited to grant Allison Macleod the Lampkin Foundation's 2022 Social Good Scholarship Award," he added.
  • "I want to thank this year's Scholarship Committee for their efforts to identify and acknowledge applicants who exemplify the mission of the Lampkin Foundation," said D'Andre Lampkin, Founder of the D'Andre D. Lampkin Foundation.
  • The mission of the D'Andre D. Lampkin Foundation is to create positive opportunities and change for individuals, communities, and environments.