Equity

University of Phoenix Leadership to Present at Greater Phoenix Chamber Event

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Friday, February 23, 2024

University of Phoenix proudly presents its distinguished leaders as featured speakers at the Greater Phoenix Chamber's quarterly Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Forum.

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  • University of Phoenix proudly presents its distinguished leaders as featured speakers at the Greater Phoenix Chamber's quarterly Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Forum.
  • "We are thrilled to have Doris Savron and McCeil Johnson from the University of Phoenix as our speakers for this significant DEI Forum," said Todd Sanders, President and CEO of the Greater Phoenix Chamber.
  • “As we engage in this collaborative event with the Greater Phoenix Chamber, we appreciate the pivotal role they play in shaping a diverse and inclusive professional landscape,” she shares.
  • She recently completed a six-year term at the Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce and serves on committees like the DEI professionals committee for the Chamber.

Mercedes-Benz Group 2023 Results*: Cash Generation at Work

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

Any future free cash flow from the industrial business as available (post potential small-scale M&A) beyond the approx.

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  • Any future free cash flow from the industrial business as available (post potential small-scale M&A) beyond the approx.
  • 40 percent dividend payout ratio of Group Net Income, shall be used to fund share buybacks with the purpose of redeeming shares.
  • Group Free Cash Flow of the Industrial Business is seen slightly below the very strong levels from 2023, due to lower EBIT at Cars and Vans and lower CCR at Vans.
  • Link to capital market presentation on full year 2023: group.mercedes-benz.com/results-2023
    Pictures of the Annual Results Conference 2023 will be available here: group-media.mercedes-benz.com
    Further information on Mercedes-Benz Group AG is available at:

Sensata Technologies Appoints John Mirshekari to Its Board of Directors

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

Sensata Technologies Holding plc (NYSE: ST) today announced that John Mirshekari has been appointed to Sensata’s Board of Directors and to serve on the Growth & Innovation Committee and the Finance Committee, effective March 1, 2024.

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  • Sensata Technologies Holding plc (NYSE: ST) today announced that John Mirshekari has been appointed to Sensata’s Board of Directors and to serve on the Growth & Innovation Committee and the Finance Committee, effective March 1, 2024.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240220998110/en/
    Mr. Mirshekari brings more than two decades of finance, investment and strategic execution experience to Sensata’s Board of Directors.
  • “John brings decades of experience in business strategy, shareholder value creation and corporate governance, as well as an institutional investor,” said Andrew Teich, Chairman of the Board of Sensata.
  • On behalf of our Board, we welcome John, and I am confident that he will be a great addition to the Sensata team.”

Olympus Celebrates International Women's Day, Recognized as a Top 100 Workplace for Diverse Professionals by Mogul

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Friday, March 8, 2024

Additionally, the company was recognized by Mogul as one of their 2024 Top 100 Workplaces for Diverse Professionals.

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  • Additionally, the company was recognized by Mogul as one of their 2024 Top 100 Workplaces for Diverse Professionals.
  • A key goal of the global DEI strategy is to promote the advancement of women in managerial roles throughout the organization.
  • Olympus learned in early March that it was receiving the prestigious 2024 Top 100 Workplaces for Diverse Professionals from Mogul, a global mobile app and online social platform.
  • Olympus is proud to be recognized for its DEI efforts on the Mogul website .

EVERISE EXPANDS FOOTPRINT IN THE PHILIPPINES WITH NEWEST MICROSITE IN ISABELA, CAUAYAN CITY

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Friday, March 8, 2024

CAUAYAN CITY, Philippines, March 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Everise, a leading customer experience company, today announced the opening of its newest Philippines site in Isabela, Cauayan City, marking the first time a Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) services provider has established operations in the province. The new office is part of Everise's plans to expand its global operational footprint through the strategic establishment of microsites, bringing workspaces closer to the rich talent pool residing in the local and provincial communities.

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  • CAUAYAN CITY, Philippines, March 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Everise, a leading customer experience company, today announced the opening of its newest Philippines site in Isabela, Cauayan City, marking the first time a Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) services provider has established operations in the province.
  • Located at Plaza Isabelle Building, Everise's newest microsite is designed to bring high-value customer service work in an award-winning culture and workplace to Isabela.
  • With dynamic training facilities and collaborative meeting spaces, the microsite currently supports over 300 agents, with plans to grow and scale to over 1,000.
  • Prospective applicants are welcome to visit the Everise Careers Page for more information on available positions and to apply online.

Greenberg Traurig's Nikki Lewis Simon, Mian R. Wang Named to NAWL 2024 Rising List

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

NEW YORK, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Senior Vice President, Shareholder, and Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Officer Nikki Lewis Simon and Litigation Shareholder Mian R. Wang were selected by the National Association of Women Lawyers (NAWL) to the NAWL 2024 Rising List.

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  • Senior Vice President, Shareholder, and Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Officer Nikki Lewis Simon and Litigation Shareholder Mian R. Wang were selected by the National Association of Women Lawyers (NAWL) to the NAWL 2024 Rising List.
  • NEW YORK, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Senior Vice President, Shareholder, and Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Officer Nikki Lewis Simon and Litigation Shareholder Mian R. Wang were selected by the National Association of Women Lawyers (NAWL) to the NAWL 2024 Rising List .
  • Wang, resident in the firm's Boston office, is an MIT-trained critical thinker focusing her practice on corporate malfeasance.
  • Wang routinely handles matters related to fraud, breach of fiduciary duties, high-value breach of contract, preference claims, and fraudulent transfers.

National Institute for Innovation and Technology President & CEO Michael Russo Appointed to U.S. Labor Secretary's Advisory Committee on Apprenticeship (ACA)

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

HANOVER, Md., March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In acknowledgment of his decades of subject-matter expertise in workforce development and semiconductor manufacturing, the National Institute for Innovation and Technology's President & CEO Mike Russo was appointed this week to the U.S. Acting Secretary of Labor's ACA.

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  • "It is an honor to be appointed to the Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su's advisory committee for apprenticeships.
  • "The newly appointed members of the Advisory Committee on Apprenticeship offer unique perspectives, which the Department of Labor will leverage to develop strategies that drive innovation in apprenticeship.
  • The community college district worked alongside industry employers, the Institute, and other stakeholders to create the RA program.
  • The district's Chancellor Lee D. Lambert was one of the 30 individuals appointed to the committee.

Breaking Barriers: SeekHer's Third Annual Report Paves Way to Inclusive Mental Health and Women's Well-being

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

The third in the SeekHer Shift Report series, this year's study explores the link between inclusion, equity, and mental health.

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  • The third in the SeekHer Shift Report series, this year's study explores the link between inclusion, equity, and mental health.
  • "The SeekHer Shift Report is an important tool in understanding the complex forces impacting women's mental health, and how society can impact change," said Caroline Lynn, Senior Vice President of Brand Purpose, Edelman.
  • "The annual SeekHer Shift Report is an important effort in breaking the cycle and being a catalyst for action.
  • "At RoC, we recognize the long-term health benefits of optimism, and its impact on mental well-being," said Hillary Hutcheson, CMO of RoC Skincare.

EMORY OAK PARTNERS LAUNCHES TECHNOLOGY-DRIVEN INVESTMENT PLATFORM TO TRANSFORM REAL ESTATE AND SERVICE INDUSTRY BUSINESSES

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

AUSTIN, Texas, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Emory Oak Partners ("Emory Oak"), an operationally-focused, technology-driven investment firm specializing in real estate and service industry business equity and enhanced credit strategies, today announced the launch of its business. The firm will leverage its proprietary technology and digital strategies – including data analytics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence – as well as its deep institutional and operational expertise to seek to identify and execute equity investments in Class B and C multifamily and mixed-use properties across emerging secondary and tertiary markets, as well as equity and debt investments in service industry companies with concentrations in industries such as pest control, commercial janitorial, and more.

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  • Private Equity and Enhanced Credit Investment Strategies Fueled by Technology Will Seek to Capitalize on Real Estate and Service Industry Business Opportunities in Emerging U.S. Cities
    Co-CEOs Bring Combined 40+ Years of Leadership Experience Across Institutional Operations, Technology Innovation, and Investment Management
    AUSTIN, Texas, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Emory Oak Partners ("Emory Oak"), an operationally-focused, technology-driven investment firm specializing in real estate and service industry business equity and enhanced credit strategies, today announced the launch of its business.
  • Emory Oak is led by Managing Partner, Chief Investment Officer, and co-CEO, Kade Thomas, and co-CEO and General Counsel, Marty Meekins.
  • The launch of Emory Oak builds upon the founding team's track record of executing over $250 million in real estate transactions throughout the course of their careers.
  • Emory Oak currently manages two distinct strategies: an equity strategy focused on under-entitled multi-family and mixed-use real estate projects, and an enhanced credit strategy focused on service industry companies.

Scotiabank named one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024

TORONTO, March 6, 2024 /CNW/ - Scotiabank is pleased to be named as one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers 2024 by Mediacorp Canada Inc. for the third consecutive year.

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  • TORONTO, March 6, 2024 /CNW/ - Scotiabank is pleased to be named as one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers 2024 by Mediacorp Canada Inc. for the third consecutive year.
  • As Scotiabank progresses towards its multi-year Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) strategy , Allyship is the Bank's platform to inspire employees and advance DEI in the workplace.
  • Now in its 17th year, Canada's Best Diversity Employers recognizes employers across Canada with exceptional workplace diversity and inclusiveness programs.
  • Mediacorp also operates Eluta.ca, one of Canada's largest job search engines, used by millions of job-seekers annually to find new job postings and discover what the nation's best employers are offering.