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Three North Carolina 'heavy hitters' to join State Board of Community Colleges

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023
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RALEIGH, N.C., Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Three distinguished North Carolina business leaders have officially joined the State Board of Community Colleges following a swearing-in ceremony last week.

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  • RALEIGH, N.C., Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Three distinguished North Carolina business leaders have officially joined the State Board of Community Colleges following a swearing-in ceremony last week.
  • "The North Carolina Community College System plays a critical role in the economic development of North Carolina by providing customized workforce development training to more than 22,000 employees at over 700 existing and new companies in the state," says Christopher Chung, CEO of the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina.
  • The State Board, which serves as the policy-making body for the North Carolina Community College System, has the responsibility of overseeing various aspects such as budgets, capital projects, and curriculum.
  • This Board is composed of 22 members, with their appointments coming from the North Carolina General Assembly and the Governor's Office.

FourthSquare Welcomes Wendy Harris as Vice President, Service Delivery

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Friday, November 10, 2023
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IRVING, Texas, Nov. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- FourthSquare, a boutique global, digital and enterprise services company, welcomes Wendy Harris as its Vice President of Service Delivery. As a seasoned CIO in the public sector, Wendy brings a wealth of experience and proven track record as a leader of large organizations, directing IT Project Portfolios, managing Operational and Capital Improvement (CIP) budgets and meeting the goal of providing technological solutions while supporting City employees and Citizens through emerging technologies and process automation.

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  • Wendy brings over 20 years in both the public and private sectors with experience in leadership, digital transformation, program and delivery management.
  • IRVING, Texas, Nov. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- FourthSquare, a boutique global, digital and enterprise services company, welcomes Wendy Harris as its Vice President of Service Delivery.
  • "with Wendy on board, we are poised to excel in delivering innovative solutions and driving efficiency for our customers."
  • Wendy expressed her enthusiasm, saying "It is my extreme pleasure to join the FourthSquare family.

Amid EU Digital Dominance Clampdown, Introducing the Definitive Guide to Global Digital Marketing Search Trends

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023
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That's where the research report "Digital Marketing - Worldwide Online Search Trends and Forecasts" report available on ResearchAndMarkets.com becomes an indispensable tool for business entrepreneurs and managers.

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  • That's where the research report "Digital Marketing - Worldwide Online Search Trends and Forecasts" report available on ResearchAndMarkets.com becomes an indispensable tool for business entrepreneurs and managers.
  • This meticulously researched report dives deep into the intricacies of digital search data, offering unparalleled insights into market demand for various products and services.
  • By harnessing the power of digital search trends - a cornerstone of modern market research - business leaders can:
    Make Informed Decisions: Understand market dynamics to guide product line expansions effectively.
  • That's where the "Digital Marketing - Worldwide Online Search Trends and Forecasts" report shines, acting as both a guide and a strategic tool.

Regard's expanded partnership with Sentara unlocks EHR data, improving clinician happiness and patient outcomes

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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And burnout doesn't just impact clinician morale: clinician burnout is associated with a 2x increase in adverse patient safety events , and a 50% reduction in patient satisfaction.

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  • And burnout doesn't just impact clinician morale: clinician burnout is associated with a 2x increase in adverse patient safety events , and a 50% reduction in patient satisfaction.
  • For partners like Sentara Health, Regard's process saves clinician time, improves documentation quality, prevents medical errors, and improves revenue capture.
  • Thanks to our innovative partnership with Regard, our clinicians can spend more time doing what they love and improving patient lives."
  • Through the pilot, Sentara was able to realize significant impact and outcomes on patient safety, clinician satisfaction, and a 4x ROI per user.

The 2023 World Coastal Forum will be held in Yancheng, Jiangsu on September 25-27

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Friday, September 8, 2023
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The World Coastal Forum originated from the Yellow (Bo) Sea Wetland International Conference, which has been held for four consecutive sessions in Yancheng.

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  • The World Coastal Forum originated from the Yellow (Bo) Sea Wetland International Conference, which has been held for four consecutive sessions in Yancheng.
  • With the theme of "Our Coasts: Green and Low-carbon Development", the conference will hold four themed forums and more than 10 special seminars.
  • Yancheng has the largest coastal wetland on the west coast of the Pacific Ocean, the largest coastal wetland on the edge of the Asian continent, and the vast lake wetland in the Lixia River area.
  • Yancheng has two international business cards of "World Natural Heritage" and "International Wetland City".

Premise Announces Stephen Hunnewell as Vice President for Strategic Initiatives

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Thursday, July 13, 2023
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SAN FRANCISCO, July 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Premise Data Corporation, a leading provider of data and analytics solutions, today announced the appointment of Stephen Hunnewell as Vice President for Strategic Initiatives.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, July 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Premise Data Corporation, a leading provider of data and analytics solutions, today announced the appointment of Stephen Hunnewell as Vice President for Strategic Initiatives.
  • "We are thrilled to welcome Steve to the Premise team," said Maury Blackman, CEO of Premise.
  • Before joining Premise, Hunnewell was the Director of the Information Office for the United States Indo-Pacific Command.
  • "I am excited to join Premise and to help the company realize its full potential," said Hunnewell.

Innovation at Any Cost? Lenovo Study Reveals CIO Commitment and Concerns Around Technology Innovation

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Tuesday, June 13, 2023
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230612005035/en/

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230612005035/en/
    The second edition of the annual Lenovo Global Study of CIOs 1 found that CIOs (48%) are also more likely to prioritize innovation in new technologies over optimizing their current tech stack.
  • “The job of the CIO has never been more demanding, and the findings indicate they are taking increasing risks in response.
  • First is the emergence of artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) as mainstream IT priorities that are fueling ambitions for innovation.
  • “Given the focus on cutting edge technology such as AI and perennial challenges in talent management, there is a clear gap that IT solution partners, such as Lenovo, can help fill.

Clay Johnson Elected to SEE Board of Directors

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Monday, May 22, 2023
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SEE (NYSE: SEE) announces the recent election of Clay Johnson to its Board of Directors.

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  • SEE (NYSE: SEE) announces the recent election of Clay Johnson to its Board of Directors.
  • Mr. Johnson currently serves as the Chief Digital and Technology Officer for Yum!
  • Mr. Johnson holds a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science Engineering and an MBA both from The University of Texas.
  • Clay brings decades of global business experience to the SEE board and we look forward to leveraging his expertise in the digital technology space to help us bring our vision to life,” said Henry Keizer, SEE Board Chairman.

Oil-Dri Announces Appointment of Patricia J. Schmeda to its Board of Directors and Declares Quarterly Dividends

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Wednesday, March 22, 2023
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"I am pleased to welcome Patti Schmeda to our Board of Directors as an independent director," said Daniel S. Jaffee, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Oil-Dri.

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  • "I am pleased to welcome Patti Schmeda to our Board of Directors as an independent director," said Daniel S. Jaffee, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Oil-Dri.
  • Previously, Ms. Schmeda was the Chief Information Officer & Vice President of Information Technology at Elkay Manufacturing Company from 2010 to July 2022.
  • Oil Dri’s Board of Directors also declared quarterly cash dividends of $0.28 per share of the Company’s Common Stock and $0.21 per share of the Company’s Class B Stock.
  • The Company has paid cash dividends continuously since 1974 and has increased dividends annually for nineteen consecutive years.

Karen Higgins-Carter Joins Gilbane Building Company as Chief Information and Digital Officer

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Thursday, October 27, 2022
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PROVIDENCE, R.I., Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Gilbane Building Company announced that Karen Higgins-Carter has been named Chief Information and Digital Officer. In this position, she is responsible for developing, planning, and implementing the company's technology, data, digital, and cybersecurity strategy and will serve as a member of Gilbane's Executive Leadership Team.

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  • PROVIDENCE, R.I., Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Gilbane Building Company announced that Karen Higgins-Carter has been named Chief Information and Digital Officer.
  • She joins Gilbane with more than 20 years of progressive experience in diverse industries and has a proven record of leading large transformation efforts, building talented teams, and delivering business solutions in partnership with her clients.
  • Before joining Gilbane, Karen was Chief Information Officer at Webster Financial Corporation, where she expanded digital customer acquisition, onboarding, and servicing capabilities; launched a data cloud; and enhanced responsiveness with a transition to a scaled agile operating model.
  • Founded in 1870 and still a privately held, family-owned company, Gilbane has more than 45 office locations worldwide.