Human resources

University of Virginia Partners with InStride to Help Workers Upskill and Finish Their Degrees

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Tuesday, April 6, 2021
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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210406005266/en/
    A new partnership between the University of Virginia and InStride gives working adults access to career-accelerating, online programs from one of the nations leading public universities.
  • Through the partnership, UVAs School of Continuing and Professional Studies (UVA SCPS) will offer its online bachelors degree completion and professional certificate programs to workers in InStrides network of corporate partners.
  • We feel incredibly fortunate to embark on this partnership with an institution with the prestige and reputation of the University of Virginia, said Vivek Sharma, CEO of InStride.
  • The University of Virginia School of Continuing and Professional Studies helps working adults finish their degrees and advance their careers.

Anzu Partners Adds International Investment Banker William Strong to Firm Leadership

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Tuesday, April 6, 2021

Anzu Partners , an investment firm that focuses on industrial and life science technology companies with the potential to transform their industries, today announced that international investment banker, William H. Strong has joined as a partner to spearhead strategic transactions as Anzu and its portfolio continue to expand.

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  • Anzu Partners , an investment firm that focuses on industrial and life science technology companies with the potential to transform their industries, today announced that international investment banker, William H. Strong has joined as a partner to spearhead strategic transactions as Anzu and its portfolio continue to expand.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210406005221/en/
    Former Morgan Stanley Vice Chairman and Co-CEO for Asia Pacific Region, Bill Strong, has joined Anzu Partners as a partner to guide strategic transactions for the firm's growing portfolio.
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    Mr. Strong is a global professional investor and corporate finance advisor with over 40 years of investment, capital markets and transactional experience.
  • Anzu Partners is an investment firm that focuses on industrial and life science technology companies with the potential to transform their industries.

MassMutual Explores Near-Retiree Knowledge of Social Security Retirement Benefits During the COVID-19 Pandemic

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Tuesday, April 6, 2021

A large majority (83%) are very knowledgeable about the consequences of receiving Social Security benefits before reaching their full retirement age.

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  • A large majority (83%) are very knowledgeable about the consequences of receiving Social Security benefits before reaching their full retirement age.
  • Today, Social Security is the primary guaranteed retirement income stream for Americans, besides pensions and annuities, said Paul Lapiana, CFP, head of MassMutual US product.
  • During the COVID-19 pandemic, a few Social Security topics rose to the top:
    Survivor benefits.
  • Many were wondering about the impact of a divorce on Social Security retirement benefits.

Triton Benefits & HR Solutions Announces the Launch of its Captive Health Insurance Program for Businesses Nationally

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Tuesday, April 6, 2021

Triton Benefits & HR Solutions, a national employee benefits broker and HR consultant, today announced the launch of its captive insurance program that allows employers to combine employees claims experience with other like-minded businesses to control medical insurance costs.

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  • Triton Benefits & HR Solutions, a national employee benefits broker and HR consultant, today announced the launch of its captive insurance program that allows employers to combine employees claims experience with other like-minded businesses to control medical insurance costs.
  • Unlike a traditional insurance plan, the goal of a captive is to reduce the risk of its member companies while providing flexible, high-quality insurance coverage.
  • "Our captive health insurance program has played an integral role in helping business owners offer affordable benefits programs," said Steve Rosenthal, President and CEO of Triton Benefits & HR Solutions.
  • Triton Benefits & HR Solutions is a national group health benefits brokerage firm with services that include payroll technology and human resource consulting.

AmeriCare Selects AlayaCare as Their Home Care Technology Partner

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Tuesday, April 6, 2021

AmeriCare Medical Inc., award-winning Michigan home healthcare organization, announced today that they have signed on with leading home care technology provider AlayaCare.

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  • AmeriCare Medical Inc., award-winning Michigan home healthcare organization, announced today that they have signed on with leading home care technology provider AlayaCare.
  • AmeriCare selected AlayaCare for its competitive edge and easy-to-use technology platform that will benefit over 250 of its staff across the state of Michigan.
  • At AmeriCare, were focused on providing the best care for our clients, said Kristin Guss-Ayeni, Director of Operations, AmeriCare.
  • Combining traditional in-home and virtual care solutions, the AlayaCare Cloud platform enables care providers across the world to propel towards innovation and healthcare of the future.

Supply Wisdom® Appoints Former Endgame CEO, Nathaniel Fick, to Board of Directors

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Tuesday, April 6, 2021

Supply Wisdom the leader in continuous risk intelligence announced today the appointment of Nathaniel Fick to its Board of Directors, effective April 1, 2021, as an independent director.

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  • Supply Wisdom the leader in continuous risk intelligence announced today the appointment of Nathaniel Fick to its Board of Directors, effective April 1, 2021, as an independent director.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210406005084/en/
    "We are thrilled to welcome Nathaniel Fick to the Supply Wisdom Board," said Atul Vashistha, chairman and CEO, Supply Wisdom.
  • Supply Wisdom is ahead of a rising global trend and I look forward to working with the team to accelerate their market leadership."
  • Supply Wisdom is transforming the supply chain and third-party risk management space globally.

Egress’ US Expansion Continues With Opening of New York Office

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Tuesday, April 6, 2021

Egress today announced the opening of its first New York office as part of its rapid expansion in North America.

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  • Egress today announced the opening of its first New York office as part of its rapid expansion in North America.
  • As part of its expansion to meet these customer requirements, Egress also announced the appointment of Stephen Bainbridge as Sales Director to coincide with its New York office launch.
  • Egress CEO Tony Pepper comments: Since opening our first US office in Boston, weve seen our North American division achieve rapid growth.
  • Stephen Bainbridge, Sales Director at Egress, comments: Im excited to join Egress and establish a new team in New York.

Second Sight Medical Products Names Dean Baker and Alexandra Larson to its Board of Directors

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Tuesday, April 6, 2021

Second Sight Medical Products, Inc. (NASDAQ: EYES) (the Company or Second Sight), a leading developer and marketer of implantable visual prosthetics that are intended to create an artificial form of useful vision for blind individuals, today announced that the Companys Board of Directors has appointed two new members, Dr. Dean Baker and Ms. Alexandra Larson.

Key Points: 
  • Second Sight Medical Products, Inc. (NASDAQ: EYES) (the Company or Second Sight), a leading developer and marketer of implantable visual prosthetics that are intended to create an artificial form of useful vision for blind individuals, today announced that the Companys Board of Directors has appointed two new members, Dr. Dean Baker and Ms. Alexandra Larson.
  • Dr. Baker serves on the Board of Directors of Nano Precision Medical and served on the Board of Directors of Advanced Bionics prior to its sale to Boston Scientific.
  • He currently serves on the Board of Directors for Transonic Imaging, a medical imaging startup.
  • About Second Sight Medical Products, Inc.
    Second Sight Medical Products, Inc. (Nasdaq: EYES) develops and markets implantable visual prosthetics that are intended to deliver useful artificial vision to blind individuals.

Great Hill Partners Appoints Former HP Inc. CHRO Tracy Keogh as Chief People Officer and Growth Partner

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Tuesday, April 6, 2021

Great Hill Partners, a private equity firm that invests in high-growth, disruptive companies, today announced the appointment of Tracy Keogh to the newly created role of Chief People Officer, effective May 3, 2021.

Key Points: 
  • Great Hill Partners, a private equity firm that invests in high-growth, disruptive companies, today announced the appointment of Tracy Keogh to the newly created role of Chief People Officer, effective May 3, 2021.
  • Upon joining Great Hill, Ms. Keogh will also become a Growth Partner.
  • In these roles, Ms. Keogh will be responsible for overseeing and scaling all people-focused and human resources (HR) initiatives at Great Hill and supporting growth across the firms portfolio through strategic talent initiatives.
  • Ms. Keogh is a seasoned human resource executive, bringing over twenty years of experience to Great Hill.

PRO Unlimited Unveils NorthStar HCM: Human Capital Management and Consulting Solutions for the Contingent Workforce Industry

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Tuesday, April 6, 2021

PRO Unlimited , the modern workforce management solutions provider, announced the launch of NorthStar Human Capital Management (HCM).

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  • PRO Unlimited , the modern workforce management solutions provider, announced the launch of NorthStar Human Capital Management (HCM).
  • We are excited to introduce NorthStar HCM, a new standalone consulting solution, which is a critical part of our contingent workforce platform, said Kevin Akeroyd, CEO of PRO Unlimited.
  • With over 30 years of contingent workforce management leadership in creating best-in-class contingent labor programs for Global 2000 companies, NorthStar HCM knows how to deliver solutions that drive material and sustainable results.
  • Either through a one-time engagement or as a recurring provider of consulting and analytics solutions, NorthStar HCM can deliver innovative and groundbreaking solutions to enhance a contingent workforce.