Lehigh Valley

Bucks County Residents Take on Lead Sponsorship of Delaware Valley Science Fairs

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
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PHILADELPHIA, March 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bucks County residents Paul and Aarati Martino today announced that they will become the lead sponsors of the Delaware Valley Science Fairs (DVSF), a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, with a $300,000 gift distributed over the next 3 years.

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  • PHILADELPHIA, March 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bucks County residents Paul and Aarati Martino today announced that they will become the lead sponsors of the Delaware Valley Science Fairs (DVSF), a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, with a $300,000 gift distributed over the next 3 years.
  • The Martinos’ donation will enable the Delaware Valley Science Fairs to grow participation levels, support participants who advance to the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair in Los Angeles in May, and fund programs to help teachers support experiential learning.
  • “Paul Martino has historically been one of the Delaware Valley Science Fairs’ biggest supporters, and we’re thrilled to welcome him and Aarati as our lead sponsors for the next 3 years,” said DVSF Executive Director Bob Solomon.
  • “The Delaware Valley Science Fairs makes a real difference in the lives of our participants, and together we are committed to preparing tomorrow's innovators and providing young people with a brighter future.”
    The Delaware Valley Science Fairs oversees thirteen local fairs across all of Delaware, southern New Jersey, and southeast Pennsylvania, including fairs in Bucks County, Chester County, Delaware County, Montgomery County, Philadelphia County, and the Lehigh Valley.

Mojave More than Doubles its Sales Coverage Across the U.S.

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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SUNNYVALE, Calif., April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Mojave Energy Systems, founded to change the nature of air conditioning, today announced it has added nine new sales partnerships across 17 U.S. states, more than doubling the size of its partner program. These firms will exclusively represent Mojave for customers in their defined geographic regions.

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  • "Our innovative commercial air conditioner has very quickly generated interest from manufacturing businesses, healthcare facilities, educational institutions, and more," said Phil Farese, CEO, Mojave.
  • "We are thrilled that ArctiDry now has top-tier representation across the South, Mid-Atlantic, New England, and Midwest regions.
  • We are now able to help even more customers achieve significant improvement in efficiency with an affordable, reliable, turnkey, and climate-friendly solution."
  • "Adding these established, highly respected, and experienced firms to our sales program greatly expands our reach across key markets," said Kyle Troskot, Sales Director, Mojave.

VIDEO: Dorney Park Releases First Official ON RIDE Point of View Video from New Iron Menace Roller Coaster

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Monday, March 25, 2024
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ALLENTOWN, Pa., March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Northeast's highly anticipated, first-ever dive roller coaster Iron Menace is on the move and cameras are already capturing some of the dynamic testing underway at the Allentown, Pennsylvania amusement park.

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  • This morning the park released the first official on ride point of view video.
  • "2024 will be a historic year for Dorney Park with Iron Menace and some of the story-telling that comes along with it," said Dorney Park's Public Relations and Communications Manager Ryan Eldredge.
  • BACKGROUND: The Iron Menace, the Northeast's first-ever dive roller coaster, opening in 2024, will be the first new coaster built at Dorney in 19 years.
  • With speeds up to 64 miles per hour, Iron Menace will boast the first-ever tilted loop on a dive coaster.

Sugar Land Office of Economic Development Selects Violet PR as its Marketing Communications Agency

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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MONTCLAIR, N.J., Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Violet PR, a New Jersey-based public relations firm specializing in economic development, has been selected to represent the Sugar Land Office of Economic Development (SLOED). The agency will develop and execute an integrated marketing program leveraging media relations, digital media and site selection expertise to position Sugar Land, Texas, as an ideal location for business investment.

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  • After a national search, the Texas city chose Violet PR, a Montclair, N.J.-based firm specializing in economic development public relations
    MONTCLAIR, N.J., Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Violet PR , a New Jersey-based public relations firm specializing in economic development, has been selected to represent the Sugar Land Office of Economic Development (SLOED).
  • "We believe that Violet PR's expertise will play a crucial role in showcasing Sugar Land's strengths, attracting investment, and fostering growth within our community," said Alba Pennate-Johnson, assistant director of economic development and tourism for the Sugar Land Economic Development Office.
  • Sugar Land's redevelopments include Imperial Sugar, a 181-year-old sugar manufacturing facility now being transformed into a $1 billion mixed-use center .
  • "As we work towards advancing our economic development goals and strengthening our national brand, we believe that Violet PR's expertise will play a crucial role in showcasing Sugar Land's strengths, attracting investment, and fostering growth within our community," said Alba Pennate-Johnson, assistant director of economic development and tourism for the Sugar Land Economic Development Office.

Jefferson, Lehigh Valley Health Network sign non-binding letter of intent to combine, creating a leading regional health care system, including a national research university and a not-for-profit expanded health plan

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023
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PHILADELPHIA and ALLENTOWN, Pa., Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Jefferson and Lehigh Valley Health Network ("LVHN") announced they have signed a non-binding letter of intent to create a leading integrated care delivery system, including a national research university, and an expanded not-for-profit health plan. Following the negotiation and execution of a definitive agreement, regulatory approvals and completion of closing conditions, the combined system will be better positioned to improve the health and well-being of rural and urban communities through its health care delivery network, learning environment and Medicare, Medicaid and ACA insurance offerings in Eastern Pennsylvania and Southern New Jersey.

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  • Combined, their capabilities and footprints will accelerate access to leading-edge health care services and health insurance benefits designed to serve the distinct community needs of populations they serve.
  • The complementary capabilities will be further strengthened by both organizations' academic programs and learning environment, especially of the esteemed Thomas Jefferson University.
  • This will increase opportunities for learners to receive clinical training, patients to participate in clinical research within the network, and provide more choice for health plan beneficiaries.
  • A quality-focused care delivery model with the ability to expertly manage population health and reduce cost of care.

AARP Pennsylvania Recognizes Jim Palmquist for his Dedication and Commitment to Community Service with its Most Prestigious Volunteer Award

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023
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HARRISBURG, Pa., Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Jim Palmquist has been selected by AARP, the nonprofit organization for people 50 and older, to receive the 2023 AARP Pennsylvania Andrus Award for Community Service, the Association's most prestigious and visible state volunteer award for community service.

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  • HARRISBURG, Pa., Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Jim Palmquist has been selected by AARP, the nonprofit organization for people 50 and older, to receive the 2023 AARP Pennsylvania Andrus Award for Community Service, the Association's most prestigious and visible state volunteer award for community service.
  • AARP Pennsylvania selected Palmquist, 78, for his remarkable service, which has greatly benefited his community, reflected AARP's vision and mission, and inspired other volunteers.
  • Palmquist's storied career found him in everything from rescue helicopters for the U.S. Navy, to sales, to teaching in museums and at the college level.
  • "This award acts as a symbol to the public that we can all work together for positive social change," says AARP State Director Bill Johnston-Walsh.

Concurrent Technologies Corporation Named a 2023 Best Place to Work in PA

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023
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JOHNSTOWN, Pa., Oct. 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Central Penn Business Journal has included Concurrent Technologies Corporation (CTC) among the Best Places to Work in PA.

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  • JOHNSTOWN, Pa., Oct. 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Central Penn Business Journal has included Concurrent Technologies Corporation (CTC) among the Best Places to Work in PA.
  • Best Places to Work in PA identifies, recognizes, and honors outstanding employers in Pennsylvania.
  • This is the 15th year that CTC has been included in the Best Places to Work in PA list.
  • “The 2023 Best Places to Work in PA winners put employees first.

Enterprise Ventures Corporation Named to 2023 Best Places to Work in PA List

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023
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Johnstown, PA, Oct. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Central Penn Business Journal has included Enterprise Ventures Corporation (EVC) among the Best Places to Work in PA. EVC is the wholly owned technology transition partner of Concurrent Technologies Corporation (CTC).

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  • Johnstown, PA, Oct. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Central Penn Business Journal has included Enterprise Ventures Corporation (EVC) among the Best Places to Work in PA. EVC is the wholly owned technology transition partner of Concurrent Technologies Corporation (CTC).
  • Best Places to Work in PA identifies, recognizes, and honors outstanding employers in Pennsylvania.
  • This is the second year that EVC has been included in the Best Places to Work in PA list.
  • “The 2023 Best Places to Work in PA winners put employees first.

Embassy Bank Gains Market Share, Earning 4th Seat in Lehigh & Northampton Counties Combined

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023
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As a result, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation’s Summary of Deposits indicates that Embassy has once again gained deposit market share, claiming the 4th spot, overtaking PNC Bank in Lehigh & Northampton Counties combined as of June 30, 2023.

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  • As a result, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation’s Summary of Deposits indicates that Embassy has once again gained deposit market share, claiming the 4th spot, overtaking PNC Bank in Lehigh & Northampton Counties combined as of June 30, 2023.
  • This report also indicated that Embassy remains the #1 Lehigh Valley-based bank in the combined counties for market share.
  • “We have so much to be proud of,” said David M. Lobach, Chairman, CEO and President, Embassy Bank.
  • Embassy Bank for the Lehigh Valley operates 10 locations throughout Lehigh and Northampton counties of Pennsylvania, complimented by a full-service suite of 24/7 digital banking products.

C.F. Martin & Co.® Welcomes New Vice President of Human Resources

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Monday, October 2, 2023
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Martin & Co. announced today that Rachel K. McDevitt has joined the company as their new Vice President of Human Resources.

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  • Martin & Co. announced today that Rachel K. McDevitt has joined the company as their new Vice President of Human Resources.
  • As an executive with MillerKnoll and most recently Enviva, Inc., McDevitt provided strategic consultation and progressive approaches to implementing Human Resources and Talent Management processes and initiatives.
  • in Human Resources and Industrial Relations from West Virginia University and is a Member of the Society for Human Resource Management.
  • "As a long-time resident of the Lehigh Valley, I have followed and admired Martin Guitar for many years," said McDevitt.