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U.S. Global Investors Reports Financial Results for the Second Quarter of Fiscal Year 2023

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Friday, June 9, 2023

Total AUM at December 31, 2022, was $2.4 billion, an increase of approximately $112 million from the previous quarter.

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  • Total AUM at December 31, 2022, was $2.4 billion, an increase of approximately $112 million from the previous quarter.
  • The Company was delayed in submitting its financial results for the quarter ending December 31, 2022, but with the December 2022 quarter results now filed, the Company is focusing on preparing and submitting the financial statements for the quarter that concluded on March 31, 2023.
  • “Investors appeared to minimize risk on fears that persistently high inflation and interest rate hikes might trigger a recession.
  • “China finally relaxed its zero-Covid travel policy after three long years, which I believe is bullish for our U.S.

Atlas Air Worldwide Releases 2022 Environmental, Social and Governance Report

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Wednesday, June 7, 2023

PURCHASE, N.Y., June 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings, Inc., a leading global provider of outsourced aircraft and aviation operating services, announced the release of its 2022 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report today.

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  • PURCHASE, N.Y., June 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings, Inc., a leading global provider of outsourced aircraft and aviation operating services, announced the release of its 2022 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report today.
  • And nowhere is this promise better exemplified than in the progress we have made on our ESG journey,” said John W. Dietrich, President and Chief Executive Officer of Atlas Air Worldwide.
  • “The progress showcased in this report is made possible because of the drive, innovation and dedication our Atlas team.
  • To learn more about Atlas Air Worldwide’s ESG efforts, view the Company’s 2022 ESG Report .

James Collins is Appointed Chairperson of the Board for Vestaron

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Tuesday, June 6, 2023

June 6, 2023 – (RTP, North Carolina) – Vestaron Corporation is proud to announce that James C. Collins Jr., former CEO of Corteva, has been appointed chairperson of the board following a vote of members at the May board meeting.

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  • June 6, 2023 – (RTP, North Carolina) – Vestaron Corporation is proud to announce that James C. Collins Jr., former CEO of Corteva, has been appointed chairperson of the board following a vote of members at the May board meeting.
  • Collins joined the Vestaron board in January 2023, bringing more than 35 years of experience in the agriculture and food industries across operations, sales, marketing, business development, and corporate leadership.
  • Collins led the creation, spinout, and launch of Corteva Agriscience from the merger of Dow AgroSciences and DuPont.
  • Collins is also a member of ADM’s board of directors serving on sustainability and compensation committees.

WISeKey Announces Expansion of Its Satellite Business Into a New Entity - WISeSat AG - based in Zug, Switzerland

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Tuesday, June 6, 2023

Headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, the new entity will focus on adding satellites to the constellation of already launched WISeSat-Ready satellites.

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  • Headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, the new entity will focus on adding satellites to the constellation of already launched WISeSat-Ready satellites.
  • WISeSat AG, with its new strategy, not only cover large and unserved geographic areas but will also provide both remote and redundant urban IoT communications.
  • WISeSat AG will collaborate with various partners and investors to offer innovative Internet of Things (IoT) satellite technology to its clients in a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) model.
  • This strategic investment has allowed WISeKey to integrate FOSSA Systems into the WISeKey IoT platform connecting all IoT sectors through the development of a WISeSaT PocketQube Satellite.

SME Education Foundation Scholarship Award Amounts Increased to Break Down Financial Barriers to Manufacturing Careers

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Friday, June 9, 2023

The SME Education Foundation will award 163 scholarships to students from 34 U.S. states and two Canadian provinces pursuing a post-secondary education in manufacturing, engineering or related fields in 2023.

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  • The SME Education Foundation will award 163 scholarships to students from 34 U.S. states and two Canadian provinces pursuing a post-secondary education in manufacturing, engineering or related fields in 2023.
  • The SME Education Foundation Scholarship recipients are selected through a rigorous review process and evaluated by a team of over 200 academic and industry professionals.
  • “I’m so excited about these changes that significantly enhance our scholarship programs, that exist to break down financial barriers to careers in manufacturing,” said Rob Luce, vice president of the SME Education Foundation.
  • The SME Education Foundation will begin accepting scholarship applications for the 2024-25 school year on Nov. 1.

Bayer Announces Changes to U.S. Country Leadership Team

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Thursday, June 8, 2023

Bayer, one of the country’s leading life-sciences companies, today announced changes to its U.S. Country Leadership Team.

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  • Bayer, one of the country’s leading life-sciences companies, today announced changes to its U.S. Country Leadership Team.
  • He also serves on the board of BAYPAC, Bayer’s Employee Political Action Committee, as well as the Bayer Fund, the philanthropic arm of Bayer in the United States.
  • Prior to joining Bayer, Dave spent more than 20 years at Procter & Gamble in a number of leadership roles spanning personal health care, consumer products and retailer partnerships.
  • In this new U.S. Country Leadership Team role, Hope is responsible for driving sustainable change across Bayer by infusing diversity, equity & inclusion (DE&I) in the company’s business processes.

Generational Equity Advises HydroLynx Systems in its Sale to ISG Devices

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Wednesday, June 7, 2023

Generational Equity , a leading mergers and acquisitions advisor for privately held businesses, is pleased to announce the sale of its client, HydroLynx Systems, Inc. to ISG Devices.

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  • Generational Equity , a leading mergers and acquisitions advisor for privately held businesses, is pleased to announce the sale of its client, HydroLynx Systems, Inc. to ISG Devices.
  • HydroLynx Systems , located in Sacramento, California, manufactures Real Time Data Telemetry Systems.
  • Located in Nashville, Tennessee, ISG Devices was founded by two executives with extensive experience in businesses that specialized in detection and measurement devices.
  • The acquisition of TF Acoustics was completed in Q4 2021 which added the ACUPRO and ACUPAV acoustic measurement systems to the product portfolio.

Experts to Discuss Role of P.R. in DEI at June 13 PRSA-NY Summit, “Driving DEI Forward”

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Wednesday, June 7, 2023

The New York Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America ( PRSA-NY ) will host its third annual DEI Summit, “ Driving DEI Forward ,” on Tuesday, June 13th.

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  • The New York Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America ( PRSA-NY ) will host its third annual DEI Summit, “ Driving DEI Forward ,” on Tuesday, June 13th.
  • Dedicated to diversity, equity and inclusion in the public relations practice, the summit will take place on June 13 from 1-5 p.m.
  • The summit will open with a keynote from PRSA-NY Chapter President Carmella Glover, President of Diversity Action Alliance.
  • “As some companies waver in their DEI commitments, PR and communications professionals are at an inflection point,” said Glover.

Alterra Mountain Company Releases Its First Impact Report

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Wednesday, June 7, 2023

Alterra Mountain Company reinforced its commitment to social responsibility, unveiling its first Impact Report .

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  • Alterra Mountain Company reinforced its commitment to social responsibility, unveiling its first Impact Report .
  • In addition, the company is implementing DEI actions based on auditing, surveying, and outreach to more than 20,000 employees.
  • “Alterra Mountain Company has dedicated tremendous effort to identify and set up essential sustainability and DEI goals designed to ensure our industry’s long-term health and growth,” said Karen Sanford, Alterra Mountain Company’s Chief Legal & Social Responsibility Officer.
  • The Forward Stance team has also expanded its philanthropic footprint through the creation of the Alterra Mountain Company Community Foundation .

U. S. Steel Issues 2023 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Report

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Wednesday, June 7, 2023

S. Steel”) today issued its 2023 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Report, which emphasizes its strong commitment to fostering a culture that supports all employees.

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  • S. Steel”) today issued its 2023 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Report, which emphasizes its strong commitment to fostering a culture that supports all employees.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230607005611/en/
    U. S. Steel Issues 2023 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Report (Photo: Business Wire)
    Highlights of the report include an increase in the representation of women and people of color in leadership, including 61% candidate diversity for Director and above roles in 2022.
  • U. S. Steel is also delivering on its commitment to 100% equity in pay, promotions and performance management, strengthening its commitment to fair wages.
  • U. S. Steel is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with world-class operations across the United States and in Central Europe.