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Lowe's Sparks Joy for Shoppers All Season Long with New Holiday Offerings

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

MOORESVILLE, N.C., Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As customers continue to extend the joy of the holidays each year, Lowe's today announced plans to support shoppers' needs all season long in new ways, including a wave of ongoing offerings and sales events with new deals every single week. Customers can look forward to same-day delivery on eligible online purchases in select zip codes∆, services like holiday light hanging for the home with Angi, the rollout of the new Lowe's Lowest Price Guarantee and exclusively curated gift and décor guides from platinum-selling recording artist Brett "Mr. Christmas" Eldredge. Lowe's is the official décor sponsor of Eldredge's annual Glow LIVE holiday tour, a beloved Christmas-time tradition. The 14-date-run will make stops in major cities across the country, including back-to-back nights in Nashville, New York City and Chicago.

Key Points: 
  • Lowe's is the official décor sponsor of Eldredge's annual Glow LIVE holiday tour, a beloved Christmas-time tradition.
  • Regardless of whether you're a DIYer or a Pro, we have ways to save both time and money when customers choose Lowe's this holiday season."
  • Lowe's PROvember: To celebrate its Pro customers, Lowe's annual PROvember savings event is returning Oct. 26 to Nov. 22.
  • For ease of styling, Lowe's has refreshed its ornament offerings to include shatterproof ornaments in five mix-and-matchable color schemes.

Walker & Dunlop Affordable Investment Sales Team Closes Two Properties for $54 Million in Miami

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Monday, September 25, 2023

The properties, Malibu Gardens and Sunrise Commons, are both Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) communities located near the Miami Metropolitan area.

Key Points: 
  • The properties, Malibu Gardens and Sunrise Commons, are both Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) communities located near the Miami Metropolitan area.
  • Led by Managing Directors Aaron Hargrove and Eric Taylor , the Walker & Dunlop Affordable Investment Sales team navigated the complexities of the tax credit lifecycle and secured favorable sale prices, including the remaining flow of LIHTCs in Malibu Gardens.
  • According to Miami Homes for All data, there is a growing shortage of affordable housing, particularly for renters.
  • “These properties will further contribute to meeting the high demand for affordable housing in the Miami area,” said Eric Taylor, managing director of Affordable Investment Sales at Walker & Dunlop.

Oviva Therapeutics Appoints Rachel Rimsky Rubin as Chief Operating Officer

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023

NEW YORK, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Oviva Therapeutics, a premier biotech company dedicated to addressing the vast unmet need in women's health by developing first-in-class therapeutics to preserve ovarian function and consequently extend female healthspan, today announced the appointment of Rachel Rimsky Rubin as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective as of September 5, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Oviva Therapeutics, a premier biotech company dedicated to addressing the vast unmet need in women's health by developing first-in-class therapeutics to preserve ovarian function and consequently extend female healthspan, today announced the appointment of Rachel Rimsky Rubin as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective as of September 5, 2023.
  • Prior to joining Oviva, Rubin served as Vice President of Investments and Programs at Roivant Social Ventures.
  • "We are thrilled to welcome Rachel Rimsky Rubin to the Oviva team as our first Chief Operating Officer," said Daisy Robinton, Co-Founder and CEO of Oviva Therapeutics.
  • In her role, Rubin will build infrastructure and implement company strategy to usher Oviva through its next phase of growth.

Duke Energy awards more than $125,000 in grants to support economic development in Indiana

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Thursday, April 27, 2023

PLAINFIELD, Ind., April 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Duke Energy is awarding more than $125,000 in grants to 26 local and regional economic development organizations to spur new jobs and investment in Indiana communities.

Key Points: 
  • PLAINFIELD, Ind., April 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Duke Energy is awarding more than $125,000 in grants to 26 local and regional economic development organizations to spur new jobs and investment in Indiana communities.
  • The grants are through Duke Energy's Partnership Program, which funds marketing and strategic efforts to grow cities and towns.
  • "We believe that when our communities thrive, we thrive," said Erin Schneider, managing director of Midwest economic development for Duke Energy.
  • These awards help local and regional economic development organizations fund marketing and strategic efforts in the communities they serve.

Lowe's Unlocks Homeowners' Gardening Potential this Spring with Expert Advice, Values and New Customer Experiences

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Monday, March 27, 2023

MOORESVILLE, N.C., March 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This spring, millions of homeowners will encounter the joys of growing for the first time. And while a new Lowe's survey found home gardeners of varying skill levels say gardening provides innumerous benefits, including stress relief (50%) and a sense of pride (51%), nearly seven in 10 (68%) have, at least once, felt like they need help with some aspect of gardening.

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  • MOORESVILLE, N.C., March 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This spring, millions of homeowners will encounter the joys of growing for the first time.
  • We're excited to be the first stop for homeowners looking to get their spring projects started."
  • Lowe's third annual SpringFest event is back online and in-store from March 30 to April 26, offering breakthrough savings on gardening and other spring essentials.
  • To learn more about Lowe's kickoff to the spring season and find deals on in-demand brands, please visit Lowes.com .

Affirmed Housing Celebrates Grand Opening of The Orchard at Hilltop in San Diego’s Chollas View Neighborhood

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Monday, February 13, 2023

“A severe shortage of affordable housing continues to plague so many of our hard-working residents. The Orchard at Hilltop is a great example of how to tackle our housing and homelessness crisis -- demonstrating what’s possible when we work with community-minded partners like Affirmed Housing,” said San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria. “Not only have they delivered a beautiful complex that residents can be proud to call home; they have also revitalized an entire swath of land that paves way for new opportunities and new beginnings for many more San Diegans. This project raises the bar, and I look forward to seeing more thoughtful projects and approaches like this in the city’s future.”

Key Points: 
  • SAN DIEGO, Feb. 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading affordable housing developer Affirmed Housing announces the grand opening of The Orchard at Hilltop, a mixed-use, urban infill development located in San Diego’s Chollas View neighborhood.
  • Situated across multiple parcels on Hilltop Drive, The Orchard at Hilltop delivers apartment homes for lower-income residents, as well as approximately 6,500 square feet of commercial space.
  • The Orchard at Hilltop is a great example of how to tackle our housing and homelessness crisis -- demonstrating what’s possible when we work with community-minded partners like Affirmed Housing,” said San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria.
  • “The Western Alliance Affordable Housing Investments group is very pleased to play a role in bringing essential affordable housing to the Chollas View neighborhood,” said Philipp Smaczny, Senior Director of Affordable Housing Finance for Western Alliance Bank.

Roivant Social Ventures Publishes Global Access Scorecard to Guide Impact Investors in Making Equitable Investment Decisions

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Monday, November 28, 2022

NEW YORK, Nov. 28, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Roivant Social Ventures (RSV), a social impact organization launched by Roivant Sciences, today announced the publication of a proprietary Global Access Scorecard that impact investors can use to guide equitable investment decisions.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Nov. 28, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Roivant Social Ventures (RSV), a social impact organization launched by Roivant Sciences, today announced the publication of a proprietary Global Access Scorecard that impact investors can use to guide equitable investment decisions.
  • The innovative scorecard is designed to help impact investors identify investments that, in addition to meeting existing investment criteria, will expand inclusive access to healthcare.
  • The Global Access Scorecard uses building blocks of existing Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) principles and applies them to the biotech, healthcare, and drug manufacturing context.
  • Roivant Social Ventures (RSV) is a 501(c)(3) social impact organization focused on improving healthcare access and outcomes for underserved groups.

Vezbi Super App Announces the Launch of 'Project Seva'

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CA, Oct. 25, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via NewMediaWire – Vezbi Super App has launched Project Seva, a donation and partnership program for qualifying nonprofits. To be eligible, an organization must be a 501(c)3 tax exempt and approved by the Vezbi selection committee. Vezbi is looking for (but not limited to) nonprofits who focus on medical research, education, children & family services, immigration assistance, animal rights, disaster relief, community support and homelessness support. 

Key Points: 
  • Vezbi Super App Launches Project Seva, a Donation and Partnership Program for Qualifying Nonprofits
    LOS ANGELES, CA, Oct. 25, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via NewMediaWire Vezbi Super App has launched Project Seva, a donation and partnership program for qualifying nonprofits.
  • To be eligible, an organization must be a 501(c)3 tax exempt and approved by the Vezbi selection committee.
  • Vezbi will reward and work with these organizations to help carry out their mission and goals by utilizing our Super App platform and resources to assist them.
  • Vezbi is a community-driven Super App designed to organize and consolidate all facets of life in one centralized application.

SBA Awards Over $5.4 Million in Grants to Strengthen Research Funding Opportunities Across the U.S.

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Friday, September 30, 2022

FAST provides small businesses and startups, particularly those in underserved communities, with specialized training, mentoring, and technical assistance for research and development.

Key Points: 
  • FAST provides small businesses and startups, particularly those in underserved communities, with specialized training, mentoring, and technical assistance for research and development.
  • This years expansion of the FAST program created 12 additional awards and expands the programs footprint to 43 states and one U.S. territory.
  • With $4 million in funding in fiscal year 2021, FAST helped small businesses to win over $88 million in SBIR and STTR awards, a 22:1 return for every taxpayer dollar spent.
  • The FAST program provides awards for a base period of 12 months, plus four optional continuation periods of 12 months each.

Paysafe Joins Spreedly’s Partnership Program for International Merchant Payments

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Wednesday, September 21, 2022

Paysafe (NYSE: PSFE), a leading specialised payments platform, announces a new partnership with Spreedly, a leading global payments orchestration platform provider, to offer Paysafes payment gateway to Spreedlys international merchant base.

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  • Paysafe (NYSE: PSFE), a leading specialised payments platform, announces a new partnership with Spreedly, a leading global payments orchestration platform provider, to offer Paysafes payment gateway to Spreedlys international merchant base.
  • Paysafe joins Spreedlys Partnership Program to become part of its diversified and inclusive ecosystem which offers multiple payments services globally, with 120+ available integrations from a single point of connection.
  • Paysafe Limited (Paysafe) (NYSE: PSFE) (PSFE.WS) is a leading specialised payments platform.
  • Delivered through an integrated platform, Paysafe solutions are geared toward mobile-initiated transactions, real-time analytics and the convergence between brick-and-mortar and online payments.