Mentorship

CIO Celebrates Innovations in Business Technology with 2024 CIO 100 & Hall of Fame Awards

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Monday, March 18, 2024
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Boston, March 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Foundry’s CIO – the executive-level IT media brand providing insight into business technology leadership – is pleased to recognize the 2024 CIO 100 award winners and Hall of Fame inductees.

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  • Boston, March 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Foundry’s CIO – the executive-level IT media brand providing insight into business technology leadership – is pleased to recognize the 2024 CIO 100 award winners and Hall of Fame inductees.
  • “The CIO 100 Symposium & Awards continues a tradition of over 25 years of the highest quality content for IT leaders and their teams.
  • In addition to celebrating 100 organizations during the dinner and awards ceremony, I am thrilled to feature many of these IT leaders as speakers,” stated Elizabeth Cutler, Content Director, CIO 100 Symposium & Awards.
  • 2024 CIO 100 Hall of Fame Inductees:
    Lookman Fazal, Chief Information & Digital Officer, NJ TRANSIT
    Shamim Mohammad, EVP, Chief Information & Technology Officer, CarMax
    2024 CIO 100 Award Winners:

Improving literacy rates critical to quality of life: United for Literacy survey

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Monday, March 18, 2024
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TORONTO, March 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The majority of Canadians (92 per cent) believe improving literacy rates in Canada would improve Canadians’ standard of living, according to a new Pollara survey commissioned by United for Literacy (formerly Frontier College).

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  • TORONTO, March 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The majority of Canadians (92 per cent) believe improving literacy rates in Canada would improve Canadians’ standard of living, according to a new Pollara survey commissioned by United for Literacy (formerly Frontier College).
  • Those surveyed also believe low literacy skills lead to lower income and limited employment opportunities (70 per cent).
  • Canadians overwhelmingly (78 per cent) support increased government action to improve literacy rates, highlighting the necessity for greater governmental efforts in literacy support.
  • While Canada is considered a highly literate society, the literacy rate is lower than many people may think.

CURE Media Group and Oncology Nursing News Announces the 2024 Extraordinary Healer® Award Finalists

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Friday, March 15, 2024
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This award honors oncology nurses whose compassion and expertise improve the lives of their patients.

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  • This award honors oncology nurses whose compassion and expertise improve the lives of their patients.
  • The award presentations and winner announcement will be held on April 24, 2024 during the Oncology Nursing Society's Annual Congress at The Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, DC.
  • The finalists for the 2024 Extraordinary Healer award are:
    Jessica McDade, B.S.N., RN, OCN.
  • For more information on the 2024 Extraordinary Healer event and to register, please visit the event page .

SBA Congratulates 2024 State Small Business Persons of the Year

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
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  • WASHINGTON, March 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced more details about the 2024 Small Business Persons of the Year from each of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Guam.
  • They will be formally recognized in person April 28-29 during the National Small Business Week Award Ceremonies in Washington, D.C., where one of the state or territory winners will also be announced as the 2024 National Small Business Person of the Year.
  • The 2024 National Small Business Week (NSBW) will be held from April 28-May 4.
  • The 2024 National Small Business Person(s) of the Year were announced on March 7 alongside the other National Small Business Week Award Winners, which also include lending partners, small business advocates, advisors, and investors who support America’s small business ecosystem.

Calibre Achieves Year 3 Compliance With the World Gold Council’s Responsible Gold Mining Principles

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Calibre Mining Corp. (TSX: CXB; OTCQX: CXBMF) (the "Company" or "Calibre") is pleased to announce its attainment of Year 3 conformance with the World Gold Council’s Responsible Gold Mining Principles (“RGMPs”).

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  • VANCOUVER, British Columbia, March 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Calibre Mining Corp. (TSX: CXB; OTCQX: CXBMF) (the "Company" or "Calibre") is pleased to announce its attainment of Year 3 conformance with the World Gold Council’s Responsible Gold Mining Principles (“RGMPs”).
  • The World Gold Council’s RGMPs serve as a benchmark for the gold mining industry, emphasizing key areas including environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and robust governance practices.
  • Calibre’s achievement of Year 3 RGMP compliance reaffirms the Company’s dedication to upholding these fundamental principles across its operations.
  • She personifies Calibre’s mission to create enduring value for our stakeholders while maintaining the highest standards of responsible gold production.”

Dr. Xiang Lingyun Joins NUM as Tenured Economics Professor and PhD Advisor

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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Annapolis, Maryland, March 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dr. Xiang, known for his extraordinary contributions to the fields of international finance, accounting, and emerging industries, joins NUM as a tenured professor and PhD advisor , bringing with him a wealth of knowledge and a rich tapestry of global experiences.

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  • Annapolis, Maryland, March 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dr. Xiang, known for his extraordinary contributions to the fields of international finance, accounting, and emerging industries, joins NUM as a tenured professor and PhD advisor , bringing with him a wealth of knowledge and a rich tapestry of global experiences.
  • Dr. Xiang, known for his extraordinary contributions to the fields of international finance, accounting, and emerging industries, joins NUM as a tenured professor and PhD advisor, bringing with him a wealth of knowledge and a rich tapestry of global experiences.
  • At NUM, Dr. Xiang will be involved in shaping the next generation of economists and finance professionals.
  • The NUM community warmly welcomes Dr. Xiang, looking forward to the inspiration and innovation he brings to the campus.

RealManage Hires Gerardo Palacios as Division President, Southeast Florida

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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Plano, TX, March 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- RealManage, a frontrunner in community association management services, is thrilled to announce Gerardo Palacios as the newly appointed Division President for Southeast Florida.

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  • Plano, TX, March 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- RealManage, a frontrunner in community association management services, is thrilled to announce Gerardo Palacios as the newly appointed Division President for Southeast Florida.
  • Prior to joining RealManage, Palacios held leadership positions with other organizations within the industry, further solidifying his reputation as a trusted leader in the field.
  • In his new role as Division President, Palacios will lead RealManage's operations in Southeast Florida.
  • With Palacios at the helm in Southeast Florida, RealManage is set to further enhance its commitment to quality community management and client satisfaction.

Registration Open for National Small Business Week Virtual Summit

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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  • WASHINGTON, March 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and SCORE , mentors to America’s small businesses and a resource partner of the SBA, announced that registration for the 2024 National Small Business Week Virtual Summit is now open.
  • To register, visit National Small Business Week Virtual Summit registration .
  • “SCORE is proud to co-host the National Small Business Week virtual summit with the SBA,” said SCORE CEO Bridget Weston.
  • For more information about National Small Business Week, visit www.sba.gov/NSBW .

Abell Pest Control Inc. Receives Prestigious Recognition on 2024 Great Places to Work List for Women

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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Toronto, Ontario, March 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Abell Pest Control proudly announces its prestigious recognition as a 2024 Best Workplace™ for Women by Great Place to Work , reaffirming our commitment to gender equality and inclusivity.

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  • Toronto, Ontario, March 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Abell Pest Control proudly announces its prestigious recognition as a 2024 Best Workplace™ for Women by Great Place to Work , reaffirming our commitment to gender equality and inclusivity.
  • The list is based on direct feedback from employees of the hundreds of organizations that were surveyed by Great Place to Work®.
  • "In the past, gender stereotypes and concerns about physical demands may have deterred women from considering opportunities in Pest Control," said Sara Cromwell, Vice President of People Excellence at Abell Pest Control.
  • Abell Pest Control prides itself on providing innovative and technologically advanced solutions for pest prevention and management on a national level.

First Responders Children’s Foundation Invites Children of First Responders To Apply for Scholarships

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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The program awards scholarships to children of first responders who are pursuing post-secondary education at college, trade school or post-graduate programs.

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  • The program awards scholarships to children of first responders who are pursuing post-secondary education at college, trade school or post-graduate programs.
  • The Scholarship Program, now in its 22nd year, provides financial assistance to children whose parent serves or has served as a first responder.
  • Scholarships are awarded based on financial need, academic merit and achievements such as demonstrated leadership and volunteer activities benefiting the community.
  • The families of these brave heroes deserve our support, and we owe it to them to provide scholarships so that their children can reach their full potential,” said Jillian Crane, President and CEO of First Responders Children's Foundation.