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Wesleyan Impact Partners Receives $1.25 Million Grant from Lilly Endowment

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023
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Lilly Endowment Inc., a philanthropic foundation committed to supporting causes of community development, education, and religion, granted Wesleyan Impact Partners $1.25 million to fund the Phygital Preaching Fellows initiative as part of Lilly Endowment’s Compelling Preaching Initiative.

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  • Lilly Endowment Inc., a philanthropic foundation committed to supporting causes of community development, education, and religion, granted Wesleyan Impact Partners $1.25 million to fund the Phygital Preaching Fellows initiative as part of Lilly Endowment’s Compelling Preaching Initiative.
  • “Wesleyan Impact Partners works to empower the church to achieve its mission through an ecosystem of congregations, clergy, and spiritual entrepreneurs.
  • "We are honored to receive this grant from Lilly Endowment and support their distinguished mission of helping individuals, families, and communities thrive and flourish,” said Dr. Maggie Jackson, Wesleyan Impact Partners Board Chair.
  • Wesleyan Impact Partners Learning and Innovation initiative began with a Lilly Endowment grant awarded in 2003 to the Texas Methodist Foundation.

MEA EXPANDS TO SANTA FE, NEW MEXICO WITH THE FIRST MIDLIFE WISDOM SCHOOL IN UNITED STATES

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023
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SANTA FE, N.M. , Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Live your best midlife. Unlock old hopes and discover new dreams at the world's first midlife wisdom school. Dedicated to "long life learning" and reframing the concept of aging, MEA helps guests to navigate their next chapter with a renewed sense of purpose and possibility. After the success of MEA's first campus in Baja California Sur, Mexico, which opened in 2018, MEA's second campus is opening in March 2024 in Santa Fe, New Mexico on a 2566-acre regenerative horse ranch.

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  • Unlock old hopes and discover new dreams at the world's first midlife wisdom school.
  • Nestled within the stunning Santa Fe landscape with lush high-desert mountain views with breathtaking sunsets, MEA provides a memorable escape with the comforts of contemporary elegance.
  • "I'm looking forward to our future and how MEA is expanding our mission to help you live your best midlife."
  • To learn more or sign up for one of MEA's offerings in Santa Fe, New Mexico or Baja, Mexico please visit MEA .

Procter & Gamble Fragrance Development Group Partners with Moodify AI - based Software Solution, for Enhanced Fragrance Design

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023
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TEL AVIV, Israel, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Moodify , a leading global Scent Tech company has announced today that Procter & Gamble has selected Moodify White, an AI-based fragrance design software solution, to be used by its fragrance development group.

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  • TEL AVIV, Israel, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Moodify , a leading global Scent Tech company has announced today that Procter & Gamble has selected Moodify White, an AI-based fragrance design software solution, to be used by its fragrance development group.
  • This marks a major milestone in the use of AI for malodor control and fragrance design on a large scale.
  • "We value P&G's vote of confidence in Moodify as a partner in applying AI to evolve fragrance design and consumer product development," said Eyal Maor, CEO of Moodify.
  • This joint development effort demonstrates Moodify's expertise and commitment to innovation and digital transformation in fragrance design and product development.

Procter & Gamble Fragrance Development Group Partners with Moodify AI - based Software Solution, for Enhanced Fragrance Design

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023
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TEL AVIV, Israel, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Moodify , a leading global Scent Tech company has announced today that Procter & Gamble has selected Moodify White, an AI-based fragrance design software solution, to be used by its fragrance development group.

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  • TEL AVIV, Israel, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Moodify , a leading global Scent Tech company has announced today that Procter & Gamble has selected Moodify White, an AI-based fragrance design software solution, to be used by its fragrance development group.
  • This marks a major milestone in the use of AI for malodor control and fragrance design on a large scale.
  • "We value P&G's vote of confidence in Moodify as a partner in applying AI to evolve fragrance design and consumer product development," said Eyal Maor, CEO of Moodify.
  • This joint development effort demonstrates Moodify's expertise and commitment to innovation and digital transformation in fragrance design and product development.

AGF Investments Offers Access to Emerging Markets Outside of China with New ETF Launch on Cboe Canada

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Monday, October 2, 2023
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Cboe Canada , the new business name of the NEO Exchange, is excited to welcome back return-issuer AGF Investments Inc. (“AGF Investments”) for the launch of the AGF Emerging Markets ex China Fund.

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  • Cboe Canada , the new business name of the NEO Exchange, is excited to welcome back return-issuer AGF Investments Inc. (“AGF Investments”) for the launch of the AGF Emerging Markets ex China Fund.
  • Designed to capture the potential of emerging markets and provide international diversification, the fund is now trading on Cboe Canada under the symbol AEMX .
  • “With the launch of AGF Emerging Markets ex China Fund, we are pleased to grow our partnership with Cboe and leverage their expertise as a leader in the global exchange industry,” said Karrie Van Belle, Chief Marketing and Innovation Officer, AGF Investments.
  • “It’s our pleasure to welcome AGF Investments back as they continue to list with purpose on Cboe Canada.

Interest in Sustainable Investing Continues to Grow for Institutional Investors

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Thursday, September 28, 2023
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Sustainable investing continues to gain widespread acceptance among institutional investors and full integration is projected to surge in the next five years, according to a new study conducted by Coalition Greenwich and commissioned by AGF Investments.

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  • Sustainable investing continues to gain widespread acceptance among institutional investors and full integration is projected to surge in the next five years, according to a new study conducted by Coalition Greenwich and commissioned by AGF Investments.
  • In fact, implementing sustainable investing across portfolios with full integration is projected to grow to three times today’s level in five years.
  • “It is important to hear directly from institutional investors, and those in North America and Europe are clearly indicating that their interest in sustainable investing continues to grow,” said Karrie Van Belle, Chief Marketing & Innovation Officer, AGF Investments.
  • However, the motivation behind adopting sustainable investing practices differs with North American investors focused on improving risk-adjusted returns, and European investors focused on creating positive impact.

iProov Partners with Cybernetica to Deliver Digital Signing and Authentication Solutions to Governments and Financial Services Organizations

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023
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iProov , the leading provider of facial biometrics solutions, today announced a new partnership with Estonia-based Cybernetica , a specialist in delivering futureproof technologies for secure digital societies.

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  • iProov , the leading provider of facial biometrics solutions, today announced a new partnership with Estonia-based Cybernetica , a specialist in delivering futureproof technologies for secure digital societies.
  • The partnership will see the companies collaborate to create a Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) digital identity solution for government and financial services organizations across the EMEA, LATAM, and APAC regions.
  • Separately, both Cybernetica and iProov have been components to Estonia’s leadership position, with elements of its universally adopted digital identity scheme provided by each company respectively.
  • The Cybernetica and iProov partnership offers a frictionless process for individuals to use any smart device as a secure means of digital signing and authentication.

The Star Entertainment Group and Konami Gaming Strengthen SYNKROS Casino Systems Partnership for Technological Advancement

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
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The Star Entertainment Group (ASX: SGR), the premier casino operator of The Star Sydney, The Star Gold Coast and The Star Brisbane in Australia, and Konami Gaming, Inc., a leading provider of casino gaming and systems technology, have announced the extension and expansion of their long-standing casino systems partnership.

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  • The Star Entertainment Group (ASX: SGR), the premier casino operator of The Star Sydney, The Star Gold Coast and The Star Brisbane in Australia, and Konami Gaming, Inc., a leading provider of casino gaming and systems technology, have announced the extension and expansion of their long-standing casino systems partnership.
  • Since 2008, The Star has delivered exceptional patron experiences and used leading gaming technology through Konami’s award-winning SYNKROS® casino management system.
  • Robbie Cooke, managing director and chief executive officer of The Star Entertainment Group, and Steve Sutherland, president and chief executive officer of Konami Gaming, Inc., marked the next phase of this systems partnership with a handshake, signifying the commitment to enhancing the future of casino entertainment.
  • Through shared efforts and initiatives, The Star Entertainment Group and Konami Gaming aim to shape the future of casino entertainment and create immersive experiences for patrons that are unparalleled in the industry.

Footprint Announces Leadership and Board of Directors Update

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Monday, September 11, 2023
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Don Thompson will assume the newly established role of Executive Chairman of the Board.

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  • Don Thompson will assume the newly established role of Executive Chairman of the Board.
  • The other members of the Board of Directors are:
    After serving as Chief Operating Officer and interim CEO for the past six months, Corey Berends has been promoted to the role of Chief Executive Officer.
  • Footprint also announces the promotion of Steve Burdumy to Chief Business Officer and General Counsel.
  • “These leadership changes underline Footprint’s ongoing commitment to advancing sustainable solutions that create a healthier planet and society,” said Don Thompson, Executive Chairman of the Board.

Behavioral Health Tech Conference Announces 2023 Preliminary Agenda, Featured Speakers

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023
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Keynotes and panel discussions to feature speakers from industry innovators from emerging and leading healthcare and digital health organizations, including Trayt Health, Owl, Pivotal Ventures, Lucet, Brightside Health, Kaiser Permanente, Optum, Amazon, American Medical Association, and more

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  • Keynotes and panel discussions to feature speakers from industry innovators from emerging and leading healthcare and digital health organizations, including Trayt Health, Owl, Pivotal Ventures, Lucet, Brightside Health, Kaiser Permanente, Optum, Amazon, American Medical Association, and more
    Annual summit will take place online and in Phoenix from November 15-17, 2023
    CHICAGO, Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Behavioral Health Tech Conference , the largest conference focused on expanding access to mental health and substance use services through technology, health equity and innovation, today announced the preliminary agenda for its annual event taking place online and in-person in Phoenix, Ariz., from November 15-17, 2023.
  • The conference focuses on the challenges and opportunities that health plans, employers, behavioral health providers, digital health companies, investors, and policymakers are navigating across the technological, reimbursement, and policy landscape.
  • The conference is the only public event this year where attendees can meet almost all of the nation's Blue Cross Blue Shield behavioral health leaders and health and wellness benefits leaders at every national employee benefits consulting firm.
  • Sessions will be led by mental healthcare industry luminaries, including:
    Kacie Kelly - Chief Innovation Officer, Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute
    Dr. Julie Goldstein Grumet - Director, Zero Suicide Institute
    Margaret Laws - President & Chief Executive Officer, Hopelab
    Dr. Cara McNulty - President of Behavioral Health & Mental Wellbeing, CVS Health
    Thomas Novak - Senior Advisor on State and Medicaid Policy, Office of National Coordinator for Health IT, US Department of Health and Human Services
    Speakers, tracks, and sessions at the event will include:
    Transforming Health Care to Improve Suicide Prevention: Activating the Levers
    Unveiling the Link Between Employee Benefits, Cost Savings, and Positive Mental Health Outcomes
    "The Behavioral Health Tech Conference provides an opportunity for behavioral health and digital health innovators to share their experiences, learnings, and ideas to get us closer to our collective goal of expanding access and improving the quality of mental and behavioral health care in the U.S.," said Solome Tibebu, founder and CEO, Going Digital: Behavioral Health Tech.