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F&G Annuities & Life Appoints Celina J. Wang Doka to Board of Directors

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

DES MOINES, Iowa, June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- F&G Annuities & Life, Inc. (NYSE: FG) ("F&G" or the "Company"), a leading provider of insurance solutions serving retail annuity and life customers and institutional clients, today announced the appointment of Celina J. Wang Doka as an independent member of F&G's Board of Directors, effective July 1, 2023.

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  • DES MOINES, Iowa, June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- F&G Annuities & Life, Inc. (NYSE: FG) ("F&G" or the "Company"), a leading provider of insurance solutions serving retail annuity and life customers and institutional clients, today announced the appointment of Celina J. Wang Doka as an independent member of F&G's Board of Directors, effective July 1, 2023.
  • Following this appointment, F&G's Board of Directors will be comprised of eight members, including four independent members.
  • William P. Foley, II, Chairman, commented, "We are pleased with the addition of Celina to the F&G Board.
  • Chris Blunt, President and Chief Executive Officer of F&G, added, "We are honored to welcome Celina to our Board as our fourth independent director, creating an equal balance between independent directors and internal management, to guide our company.

Kleinfelder Completes Acquisition of Doucet & Associates, Inc., a Civil Engineering Firm With a Strong Presence in Growing Texas Market

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

Founded in 1992 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, Doucet provides civil engineering, environmental permitting, surveying, and construction management services to clients throughout Texas.

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  • Founded in 1992 and headquartered in Austin, Texas, Doucet provides civil engineering, environmental permitting, surveying, and construction management services to clients throughout Texas.
  • “The Doucet acquisition further establishes Kleinfelder’s presence in Texas,” stated Kleinfelder President and CEO Louis Armstrong.
  • “Doucet’s strong client base, successful project delivery track record, and service capabilities will create near-term revenue synergy opportunities for Kleinfelder.
  • Founded in 1961, Kleinfelder is a leading engineering, design, construction management, construction materials inspection and testing, and environmental professional services firm.

Loreena McKennitt to pay tribute to Lisa LaFlamme at sold-out CJF Awards

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

TORONTO, June 1, 2023 /CNW/ - Loreena McKennitt, renowned Canadian singer-songwriter, will make a special appearance to perform in honour of Lisa LaFlamme at this year's sold-out CJF Awards on June 13 at Toronto's Fairmont Royal York.

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  • TORONTO, June 1, 2023 /CNW/ - Loreena McKennitt, renowned Canadian singer-songwriter, will make a special appearance to perform in honour of Lisa LaFlamme at this year's sold-out CJF Awards on June 13 at Toronto's Fairmont Royal York.
  • "Lisa LaFlamme is a powerhouse among Canadian journalists," says producer and CJF board member Bob Ezrin.
  • "Who better to offer a musical tribute than Loreena, another national treasure?
  • A passionate advocate for human rights, she will perform in honour of this year's CJF Tribute recipient, Lisa LaFlamme.

Injured and ill workers hold a media conference with allies

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023

One of the recommendations would reduce the time limit for injured and ill workers and their representatives to object to a WSIB decision from six months to one month.

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  • One of the recommendations would reduce the time limit for injured and ill workers and their representatives to object to a WSIB decision from six months to one month.
  • Another recommendation would reduce the amount of time for injured and ill workers to secure legal representation.
  • “As an injured worker, it’s really tough to navigate the WSIB because of all the complicated timelines and policies that exist.
  • These damaging recommendations from KPMG, which were accepted by the WSIB, would make it more difficult for injured workers to get benefits,” said Wayne Harris, ONIWG Vice president.

REPEAT - Injured Workers Media Conference

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023

TORONTO, May 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Ontario Network of Injured Workers Groups (ONIWG) and community members/allies1 will be holding a media conference on May 31 addressing the damaging Value for Money Audit Report by KPMG management consultants on the WSIB appeals and resolution processes.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, May 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Ontario Network of Injured Workers Groups (ONIWG) and community members/allies1 will be holding a media conference on May 31 addressing the damaging Value for Money Audit Report by KPMG management consultants on the WSIB appeals and resolution processes.
  • “The WSIB has accepted the recommendations from KPMG that are designed to restrict access to the appeal system.
  • The recommendations from the report create impossible timelines in the appeals process for injured workers and representatives to meet creating additional barriers to justice.
  • The recommendations attack the rights of injured workers’, both as workers and individuals living with disabilities, under the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act and the UN CRPD.

Apollo Impact to Acquire United Living, a Leading Provider of Essential Infrastructure, Social Housing Maintenance and Construction Services Across the UK

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023

NEW YORK, May 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Apollo (NYSE: APO) today announced that funds managed by its affiliates (the “Apollo Funds”) have entered into a definitive agreement to acquire United Living Group (“United Living” or the “Company”), a leading provider of essential infrastructure, social housing maintenance and construction services in the United Kingdom.

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  • NEW YORK, May 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Apollo (NYSE: APO) today announced that funds managed by its affiliates (the “Apollo Funds”) have entered into a definitive agreement to acquire United Living Group (“United Living” or the “Company”), a leading provider of essential infrastructure, social housing maintenance and construction services in the United Kingdom.
  • United Living provides a range of mission critical maintenance and construction services across three pillars: infrastructure, new homes and property services.
  • Serving a diversified set of blue-chip corporate and government clients, the Company delivers essential services to the owners and operators of utility infrastructure and property assets across the UK.
  • “As investment in infrastructure and social housing remains a key priority, we believe the business is well-positioned for further growth.

NXT Announces Change of Auditor

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Monday, May 29, 2023

CALGARY, Alberta, May 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NXT Energy Solutions Inc. ("NXT" or the "Company") (TSX: SFD; OTCQB: NSFDF) is pleased to announce the appointment of MNP LLP as its auditor for the year ended December 31, 2023, subject to shareholder approval at the next annual and special meeting of shareholders.

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  • CALGARY, Alberta, May 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NXT Energy Solutions Inc. ("NXT" or the "Company") (TSX: SFD; OTCQB: NSFDF) is pleased to announce the appointment of MNP LLP as its auditor for the year ended December 31, 2023, subject to shareholder approval at the next annual and special meeting of shareholders.
  • MNP LLP is a full-service, accounting and business advisory firm in Canada which is suitable for NXT as the Company embarks on new initiatives with strategic international partners.
  • NXT expresses appreciation to KPMG LLP for their long service in the formative years of the Company.
  • With the resignation of KPMG, MNP will begin to perform interim review services for NXT in connection with the Company’s fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2023.

Injured Workers Media Conference

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Monday, May 29, 2023

TORONTO, May 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Ontario Network of Injured Workers Groups (ONIWG) and community members/allies1 will be holding a media conference on May 31 addressing the damaging Value for Money Audit Report by KPMG management consultants on the WSIB appeals and resolution processes.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, May 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Ontario Network of Injured Workers Groups (ONIWG) and community members/allies1 will be holding a media conference on May 31 addressing the damaging Value for Money Audit Report by KPMG management consultants on the WSIB appeals and resolution processes.
  • “The WSIB has accepted the recommendations from KPMG that are designed to restrict access to the appeal system.
  • The recommendations from the report create impossible timelines in the appeals process for injured workers and representatives to meet creating additional barriers to justice.
  • The recommendations attack the rights of injured workers’, both as workers and individuals living with disabilities, under the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act and the UN CRPD.

M Corp Rebrands as 11:59 to Relaunch Firm as Digital Transformation Powerhouse

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023

Inspired by a new strategic vision and two decades of client success stories, M Corp has rebranded as 11:59 as the Sacramento-based firm brings on key executives focused on digital transformation for client organizations.

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  • Inspired by a new strategic vision and two decades of client success stories, M Corp has rebranded as 11:59 as the Sacramento-based firm brings on key executives focused on digital transformation for client organizations.
  • “At 11:59, our vision and mission are to advise our clients on The Art of the Possible in digital transformation,” said Co-Founder and CEO Alex Castro.
  • “There are so many digital capabilities available today, but too many digital transformation efforts remain untouched by what is the Art of the Possible.
  • Applying available digital capabilities requires creative minds, an appreciation for disruption, and a desire to design new business models.

insightsoftware Announces Evolution of Longview Tax for BEPS 2.0 Pillar Two Support

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023

insightsoftware , a global provider of reporting, analytics, and performance management solutions, today announced the evolution of Longview Tax with capabilities for BEPS 2.0 Pillar Two.

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  • insightsoftware , a global provider of reporting, analytics, and performance management solutions, today announced the evolution of Longview Tax with capabilities for BEPS 2.0 Pillar Two.
  • The all-in-one tax solution enables organizations to confidently meet BEPS 2.0 Pillar Two requirements, improving financial planning with consistent, correct tax payments and reliable tax forecasting.
  • Longview Tax Demo : showcases how enterprises can achieve fast, accurate, centralized, and comprehensive Pillar Two management with a single, integrated, best-in-class solution.
  • Webinar with insightsoftware and KPMG highlights the business case for transforming tax processes and systems to deliver what is required for Pillar Two.