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New Research Shows the PrecivityAD2™ Blood Test Has High Accuracy Compared to Amyloid PET Scans in Individuals with Cognitive Impairment

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Monday, March 18, 2024
Mental Health, Managed Care, Medical Devices, Hospitals, Neurology, Science, Medical Supplies, Clinical Trials, Biotechnology, Health, Health Technology, Health Insurance, Other Science, Research, Radiology, Pharmaceutical, Seniors, Radiation, APS2, Certification, Brain, Alzheimer's disease, Deficit spending, Disease, Memory, AUC, Patient, Ageing, PET, Journal, Apolipoprotein, City, CLIA, Pathology, Medicare, Amyloid, Medical imaging

The AUC-ROC for the PrecivityAD2 test output, the Amyloid Probability Score 2 (APS2), was 0.94, yielding 88% agreement with brain amyloid status based on a single cut-off value.

Key Points: 
  • The AUC-ROC for the PrecivityAD2 test output, the Amyloid Probability Score 2 (APS2), was 0.94, yielding 88% agreement with brain amyloid status based on a single cut-off value.
  • The APS2 result was the most robust method among the individual plasma amyloid and tau analytes measured to identify disease.
  • In the published study, the PrecivityAD2 blood test was clinically validated in 583 individuals with cognitive impairment across two independent cohorts.
  • C₂N is working toward obtaining the requisite certification that will permit the PrecivityAD2 test to be available in New York in the near future.

AM Best Affirms Credit Ratings of Mutual of Omaha Insurance Company and Its Subsidiaries

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Friday, March 15, 2024
Professional Services, Insurance, Finance, ERM, Mutual of Omaha, PRT, Average revenue per user, Risk, ALL, Policy, News, Credit, AM Best, Superior, Palladium

AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A+ (Superior) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings of “aa-” (Superior) of Mutual of Omaha Insurance Company and its subsidiaries, United of Omaha Life Insurance Company, Companion Life Insurance Company (Melville, NY) and United World Life Insurance Company.

Key Points: 
  • AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A+ (Superior) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings of “aa-” (Superior) of Mutual of Omaha Insurance Company and its subsidiaries, United of Omaha Life Insurance Company, Companion Life Insurance Company (Melville, NY) and United World Life Insurance Company.
  • Concurrently, AM Best has affirmed the Long-Term Issue Credit Ratings (Long-Term IRs) of “a” (Excellent) of Mutual of Omaha Insurance Company’s surplus notes.
  • The group (collectively referred to as Mutual of Omaha) is domiciled in Omaha, NE, unless otherwise specified.
  • For additional information regarding the use and limitations of Credit Rating opinions, please view Guide to Best's Credit Ratings .

SAIC Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Fiscal Year 2024 Results

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Monday, March 18, 2024
Other Manufacturing, Technology, Other Defense, Contracts, Engineering, Other Technology, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Defense, Artificial Intelligence, MUFG Bank, LTD, Exercise, Sale, Naval Surface Warfare Center, Spacecraft, WR, SAIC, Space Systems Command, Navy, FSA, United States Space Force, Certification, Vandenberg Space Force Base, Big Idea, Public expenditure, Submarine, Digital transformation, MK 48, Supply chain, Intelligence, SSP, Organization, MARPA, Acceleration, Patrick Space Force Base, Acquisition, Supply, NSWC, Torpedo, Army Reserve Command, USARC, HWIL, Life, Hardware, Video game

Fiscal year 2024 consisted of 52 weeks, while fiscal year 2023 consisted of 53 weeks with the extra week occurring in the fourth quarter.

Key Points: 
  • Fiscal year 2024 consisted of 52 weeks, while fiscal year 2023 consisted of 53 weeks with the extra week occurring in the fourth quarter.
  • Diluted earnings per share for the quarter was $0.74 compared to $1.34 in the prior year quarter.
  • Adjusted diluted earnings per share(1) was $1.43 for the quarter compared to $2.04 in the prior year quarter.
  • The weighted-average diluted shares outstanding during the quarter decreased to 52.7 million shares from 55.3 million during the prior year quarter.

Navy Federal Credit Union Announces Next Chief Operating Officer

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
Professional Services, Defense, Finance, Military, Banking, Veterans, Navy Federal Credit Union, Culture, Cardona, Roosevelt Roads Naval Station, Record, McDuffie, Thought, Credit, Love, Multimedia, Credit union, Navy, Management

Kara Cardona has been announced as Navy Federal Credit Union’s next Chief Operating Officer.

Key Points: 
  • Kara Cardona has been announced as Navy Federal Credit Union’s next Chief Operating Officer.
  • Cardona replaces Dietrich Kuhlmann, who recently succeeded Mary McDuffie as Navy Federal’s Chief Executive Officer .
  • “When I joined the credit union as a part-time employee at our branch in Naval Station Roosevelt Roads, Puerto Rico, I completely fell in love with the culture and the mission of Navy Federal,” said Cardona.
  • “Given her extensive experience at Navy Federal Credit Union, Kara is deeply familiar with how our teams work together to provide what our members need – 24 hours a day, 365 days a year,” Kuhlmann continued.

SPAN Announces Expanded Product Family, a Global Strategic Partner in the Utility Segment, and Scaled Adoption by Leading Homebuilders to Electrify 10 Million U.S. Homes by 2030

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Other Energy, Utilities, Construction & Property, Alternative Energy, Energy, Building Systems, Other Construction & Property, Residential Building & Real Estate, Panel, EVS, PulteGroup, Power-up, Multimedia, Engineered wood

View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240312989598/en/

Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240312989598/en/
    The path to decarbonization requires electrification of the homes we live in and the vehicles we drive.
  • Accelerating this transition is challenging as existing infrastructure and installation methods were not designed for these products and load additions.
  • With this expanded product family, more customers will have access to SPAN’s leading energy management functionality, PowerUp, released in Q4 of 2023.
  • The expanded family will begin roll-out in Q4 of this year beginning with the SPAN Panel 48.

National Vision Awards Trio of Optometry Students $12,500 in Ninth Annual Scholarship Program

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Children, Philanthropy, Other Education, Fund Raising, University, Consumer, Health, Optical, Other Philanthropy, Education, First Place, EYE, Class, Student, Optometry, Multimedia, Nursing

National Vision, Inc., one of the largest optical retail companies in the U.S. providing quality, affordable eye care and eyewear, announced today the winners of its ninth annual scholarship program, fueling the success of three optometry students with $12,500 in scholarships.

Key Points: 
  • National Vision, Inc., one of the largest optical retail companies in the U.S. providing quality, affordable eye care and eyewear, announced today the winners of its ninth annual scholarship program, fueling the success of three optometry students with $12,500 in scholarships.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240312921143/en/
    Pictured from left to right: Carpenter, Clark, Tran (Photo: Business Wire)
    Year after year, the program challenges optometry students to submit essays or videos addressing a topic that’s central to the future of the profession.
  • The 2023-2024 program asked students to weigh in on “Increasing Access to Eye Care for Children,” outlining why proper vision care is vital for youth.
  • National Vision Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: EYE) is one of the largest optical retail companies in the United States with over 1,100 stores in 38 states and Puerto Rico.

Tusk Strategies Launches Latino Engagement Vertical to Guide Clients in Improving Mobilization of Growing, Diverse Population

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Finance, Consulting, Public Policy, Government, Professional Services, Hispanic, DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion), Consumer, Other Professional Services, Other Policy Issues, CHIPS, Ford Foundation, Ford, Bloomberg News, Henry R. Muñoz III, Organization, SOMOS, Entrepreneurship, Associate, New Mexican, Lead, Bloomberg, Senior, Woman, Commerce, Stu Loeser, UnidosUS, Tusk, Ouro

Latinos in the U.S. make up nearly 20% of the country’s population, with purchasing power reaching $3.4 trillion in 2021.

Key Points: 
  • Latinos in the U.S. make up nearly 20% of the country’s population, with purchasing power reaching $3.4 trillion in 2021.
  • But many companies have yet to fully unlock critical opportunities with the Latino population or build key relationships, particularly with a growing number of elected officials.
  • Our community is a force to be reckoned with as Hispanic political and purchasing power is projected to grow exponentially in the next 40 years.
  • Tusk Strategies is led by CEO Chris Coffey , a Bloomberg administration alum and political affairs advisor to Fortune 500 c-suites.

Gong Cha Announces Introduction of Direct Franchising & the Signing of Its First Direct Franchisees

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Restaurant, Bar, Food, Beverage, Consumer, Retail, Entrepreneur, Growth, YOY, Knowledge, Commerce, Investment

As Gong cha enters its 10th year of franchising in the U.S., the brand will begin offering direct franchising for its remaining U.S. territories, including Hawaii, Arizona, Nevada, Illinois, and Tennessee, amongst others, to further accelerate its rapid growth.

Key Points: 
  • As Gong cha enters its 10th year of franchising in the U.S., the brand will begin offering direct franchising for its remaining U.S. territories, including Hawaii, Arizona, Nevada, Illinois, and Tennessee, amongst others, to further accelerate its rapid growth.
  • Direct franchising will allow experienced partners to begin building markets in parallel—with each fulfilling multi-store, multi-year development plans—further accelerating Gong cha’s U.S. expansion in new territories.
  • “After many years of inquiries, we’re thrilled to be able to finally offer direct franchise relationships,” says Geoff Henry, President of Gong cha Americas.
  • In addition to direct franchising, Gong cha will continue to offer master franchise opportunities in select regions, primarily focused in Latin America.

Provider Network Solutions Expands The Administration and Optimization of Healthcare Services to the Texas Market

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Insurance, Public Relations, Investor Relations, Communications, Professional Services, Hispanic, Asian American, Health, Consumer, General Health, PR, Organization, Entrepreneurship, PCP, PNS, Architecture, MPH, Medicaid, Medicare, Nursing

Provider Network Solutions (PNS) and Provider Network Solutions of Puerto Rico (PNS PR) have joined forces to create Provider Network Solutions Texas (PNS Texas), a new entity poised to make a significant impact with primary care providers in Fort Bend, Harris, and Montgomery Counties, gradually expanding the scope of services to the entire Texas territory.

Key Points: 
  • Provider Network Solutions (PNS) and Provider Network Solutions of Puerto Rico (PNS PR) have joined forces to create Provider Network Solutions Texas (PNS Texas), a new entity poised to make a significant impact with primary care providers in Fort Bend, Harris, and Montgomery Counties, gradually expanding the scope of services to the entire Texas territory.
  • “Our commitment at Provider Network Solutions is to continue to grow our organization nationwide, facilitating enhanced offerings and creating innovative solutions for healthcare providers, one market at a time,” said Dr. Jose Pelayo, CEO and Co-Founder.
  • With a combined legacy of three decades, Provider Network Solutions and Provider Network Solutions of PR, leading Value-Based healthcare organizations, are uniting to establish a strong presence and deliver high-quality care to the Texas community.
  • “We are confident that our strategic partners will deliver an initiative-taking PCP risk navigation approach and member-centric excellence,” affirmed Martha Pelayo, Vice President of Operations.

Rare Cannabinoid Company Unveils 420 Deals on THC Mood Gummies & CBD Oils

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Friday, April 5, 2024
CBG, Cannabinoid, Hunger, Relaxation, CBC, Sleep, THCV, Cannabis, CBN, Happiness, Energy, Multimedia, THC

HONOLULU, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Rare Cannabinoid Company is thrilled to announce the early launch of their highly anticipated 420 deals! In celebration of this special occasion, they are offering cannabis and hemp enthusiasts the opportunity to stock up on their favorite products and have them delivered right to their doorsteps before April 20th.

Key Points: 
  • Offers include: Buy one get one half off THC Mood Gummies with Delta-9-THC for euphoric relaxation, CBC oil for mood improvement, and CBD oil for the entourage effect.
  • HONOLULU, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Rare Cannabinoid Company is thrilled to announce the early launch of their highly anticipated 420 deals !
  • By starting 420 sales early, customers can have their favorite CBD, THC, and rare cannabinoid oils and gummies arrive in time to celebrate cannabis and hemp wellness on April 20.
  • Rare Cannabinoid Company also offers customers the chance to try their THC and THC-free gummies for free!