Concordia

Concordia International School Shanghai Commemorates 25 Years of Community, Excellence and Growth

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

SHANGHAI, Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Concordia International School Shanghai, a leading international school in Asia, celebrated for its commitment to academic excellence and active community involvement, marked a significant milestone as it celebrated its 25th anniversary.

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  • SHANGHAI, Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Concordia International School Shanghai, a leading international school in Asia, celebrated for its commitment to academic excellence and active community involvement, marked a significant milestone as it celebrated its 25th anniversary.
  • "Our dedicated faculty, diverse student body, and state-of-the-art facilities provide the perfect backdrop for this journey of discovery and growth."
  • The celebration was enriched by a video message from its sister school, Concordia International School Hanoi.
  • Concordia International School Shanghai expressed heartfelt gratitude to the attendees, sponsors, and supporters who have played integral roles in its remarkable 25-year journey.

Unifor encourages Manitobans to 'Downgrade the PCs'

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023

"The PCs' abysmal record on healthcare and other vital services shows they're not worthy of re-election," said Lana Payne, Unifor National President.

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  • "The PCs' abysmal record on healthcare and other vital services shows they're not worthy of re-election," said Lana Payne, Unifor National President.
  • Unifor activists across Manitoba are reaching out to fellow members to discuss the Brian Pallister-Heather Stefanson government's record of healthcare privatization and growing poverty.
  • "Heather Stefanson cannot be trusted to protect what matters," said Gavin McGarrigle, Unifor Western Regional Director.
  • Unifor is Canada's largest union in the private sector, representing 315,000 workers in every major area of the economy.

CURO Announces Addition of New Independent Director Bob Hurzeler to CURO’s Board and Completion of Flexiti Sale

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023

“We are excited to welcome Bob to the CURO Board.

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  • “We are excited to welcome Bob to the CURO Board.
  • Mr. Hurzeler has served as the Chief Executive Officer of Flagship Credit Acceptance, an auto lender, since 2019.
  • “I am incredibly honored to join the CURO Board at this very important time as CURO continues to execute on its strategic plan,” said Mr. Hurzeler.
  • The updated outlook has no material changes from the prior published outlook other than reflecting the removal of the Canada POS Lending (Flexiti) segment.

Navy Veteran from Beaver Dam, Wis., Elected National Commander of The American Legion

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Thursday, August 31, 2023

He is continuing the theme of "Be the One," The American Legion's initiative to prevent veteran suicide.

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  • He is continuing the theme of "Be the One," The American Legion's initiative to prevent veteran suicide.
  • An ordained minister from Wisconsin, he earned his American Legion eligibility through service in the U.S. Navy and Navy Reserve, where he served as a military chaplain.
  • A member of American Legion Post 157 in Horicon, Wis., Seehafer served in a number of American Legion offices at every level, including national chaplain and commander of the Department of Wisconsin.
  • His American Legion post was recognized for "100 percent" and "All-Time High" in membership during his terms as commander and adjutant.

JOHN VESCO APPOINTED TO NIKOLA BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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Thursday, August 31, 2023

PHOENIX, Aug. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nikola Corporation (Nasdaq: NKLA), a global leader in zero-emissions transportation and energy supply and infrastructure solutions, via the HYLA brand, today announced the appointment of John Vesco, a seasoned multi-modal transportation expert, to its Board of Directors. With a career spanning more than three decades, Vesco's extensive executive leadership within prominent transportation and supply chain organizations, including Hub Group and Schneider, underscores his qualifications to contribute significantly to Nikola's strategic growth initiatives.

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  • PHOENIX, Aug. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nikola Corporation (Nasdaq: NKLA), a global leader in zero-emissions transportation and energy supply and infrastructure solutions, via the HYLA brand , today announced the appointment of John Vesco, a seasoned multi-modal transportation expert, to its Board of Directors .
  • "We are thrilled to welcome John Vesco to Nikola's Board of Directors.
  • "I am pleased and honored to join Nikola's distinguished Board of Directors, as their commitment to revolutionizing transportation and energy aligns with my own passion for sustainability and innovation," said Vesco.
  • A graduate of Walsh University in Finance and Business Administration, Vesco went on to complete a master's in business administration from Silver Lake College.

FirstService Residential Welcomes Concordia Homeowners Association to its New Jersey Portfolio

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Monday, August 28, 2023

EATONTOWN, N.J., Aug. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- FirstService Residential, the leading residential community management company, started providing full-service property management services to Concordia Homeowners Association in Monroe Township, New Jersey.

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  • Community Association Management Leader Signs New Contract with Concordia in Monroe Township, NJ
    EATONTOWN, N.J., Aug. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- FirstService Residential, the leading residential community management company, started providing full-service property management services to Concordia Homeowners Association in Monroe Township, New Jersey.
  • "We're thrilled to welcome Concordia to the family," said Michael Mendillo, president, FirstService Residential.
  • "We are thrilled that the Concordia board selected to partner with FirstService Residential.
  • FirstService Residential offers their associates, board members, and residents exceptional support, resources, best practices, and technology to deliver service excellence.

The Home Improvement Market Opportunity in Mexico - Who is Going for the Gold?

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Monday, July 24, 2023

According to Statista.com , "The market value of the home improvement market in Mexico reached 12.13 billion U.S. dollars in 2019.

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  • According to Statista.com , "The market value of the home improvement market in Mexico reached 12.13 billion U.S. dollars in 2019.
  • Although several players are in the home improvement market in Mexico both online and in retail stores, there has not been a company solely targeting that market.
  • A recent article featuring Pedro's List notes," Pedro's List isn't just the first home improvement and repair platform to launch in Mexico.
  • This creates a straightforward expectation that Pedro's List will dominate Mexico's $12.3 billion home improvement market over the coming years."

Westmont Athletics Advances to Year Two in NCAA DII Process

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Friday, July 14, 2023

“The move to the NCAA marks a monumental moment for our athletic programs and the Westmont College community,” said Robert Ruiz, Westmont athletic director.

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  • “The move to the NCAA marks a monumental moment for our athletic programs and the Westmont College community,” said Robert Ruiz, Westmont athletic director.
  • The Warriors, who won’t be eligible to participate in DII national postseason competition through 2024-25, anticipate competing in postseason play in the National Christian College Athletic Association.
  • Anyone associated with Westmont athletics can look back at the last 80 years and see the history of success.
  • If the past—as they say—is a way to judge the future, Westmont and its NCAA athletics programs will rise to the challenge.

Hip Innovation Technology Announces Positive Clinical Study Data of its Novel Reverse Hip Replacement System for the Treatment of Total Hip Arthroplasty

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Wednesday, June 28, 2023

BOCA RATON, Fla., June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --  Hip Innovation Technology, LLC (HIT), a medical device company developing innovative orthopedic device solutions to advance the quality of life and quality of care for patients, today announces the publication of one of its clinical studies. The article entitled, "Radiostereometric analysis and clinical outcomes of a novel reverse total hip system at two years," was published in the most recent issue of Bone & Joint Open journal.

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  • The article entitled, "Radiostereometric analysis and clinical outcomes of a novel reverse total hip system at two years," was published in the most recent issue of Bone & Joint Open journal.
  • This study enrolled 22 patients (11 male/11 female; median age 70.6 years) and evaluated implant fixation using radiostereometric analysis (RSA).
  • Hip replacement surgery, or total hip arthroplasty, is one of the most common joint replacement procedures done in the United States.
  • Total hip replacements are one of the most effective ways to reduce joint pain and improve functioning for patients with advanced hip problems.

World Chess Hall of Fame to Premiere Two New Exhibitions Showcasing Chess’ Influence on Music and Literature

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Thursday, May 11, 2023

The World Chess Hall of Fame (WCHOF), the leading chess cultural center in the country, announces two, all-new exhibitions: “Sound Moves: Where Music Meets Chess” and “T.

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  • The World Chess Hall of Fame (WCHOF), the leading chess cultural center in the country, announces two, all-new exhibitions: “Sound Moves: Where Music Meets Chess” and “T.
  • S. Eliot: A Game of Chess” - both showcasing how the timeless game has had a powerful influence across music, literature and culture.
  • With extraordinarily rich histories in common, there are innumerable points of intersection between the respective stories of chess and music.
  • To learn more about the exhibitions or other special programming at the World Chess Hall of Fame, please visit www.worldchesshof.org .