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Synchrony Convenes Employees for Three-Day Global Diversity Experience

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Tuesday, July 19, 2022
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STAMFORD, Conn., July 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- This week, Synchrony launched its three-day Global Diversity Experience, an annual event for all employees, leaders and members of Synchrony's Board of Directors to deepen understanding and make measurable progress on equity, diversity and inclusion goals while advancing a culture of belonging and well-being for all. Employees will hear from thought-provoking guest speakers who represent perspectives of the company's diverse workforce, engage in honest conversations through interactive workshops and participate in service initiatives to support their local communities. 

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  • We're proud to have cultivated one of the most diverse workplaces in our industry," said Brian Doubles, Synchrony President and CEO.
  • This Global Diversity Experience where we encourage all employees to participate is an opportunity to pause, reflect, listen and together deliver meaningful action across our organization and within the communities we serve."
  • Synchrony included the "+" to its Diversity Networks to encourage all employees to partner as an ally and "be the plus."
  • Based on input from its Diversity Networks+, the company expanded its roster of diverse well-being coaches to better support employees' needs.

CRES Statement on Announcement of the Energy, Climate, and Conservation Task Force's Climate Agenda

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Thursday, June 2, 2022
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And because these commodities are being produced in less carbon efficient nations, global emissions go up.

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  • And because these commodities are being produced in less carbon efficient nations, global emissions go up.
  • Decreasing our nation's dependence on Russia and China and investing in U.S. innovation are the building blocks to a better America.
  • The policies put forth by the Republican Climate Task Force aim to do just that."
  • CRES Forum's white paper series " Understanding the Facts "which examines solutions to America's most critical energy and environment issuesaligns with many policy proposals included in the Task Force's climate agenda.

International CBI Units Put Extra Focus on Due Diligence Processes Amid Global Risks: CS Global Partners

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Friday, May 13, 2022
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In the last instalment, the panel moderated by Yuri Bender, editor in chief of Professional Wealth Management magazine, discusses how international CBI units are putting extra focus on due diligence processes amid global risks.

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  • In the last instalment, the panel moderated by Yuri Bender, editor in chief of Professional Wealth Management magazine, discusses how international CBI units are putting extra focus on due diligence processes amid global risks.
  • It is important to also keep in mind that CBI Units will also consider the information they get from other sources such as law enforcement agencies.
  • There is never a scenario where a lighter version would be applied to an applicant when it comes to due diligence.
  • Caribbean nations are some of the most transparent in terms of reporting on their due diligence processes which has positively impacted their brand and reputation in the international market, adds Paul Singh, director at CS Global Partners an international government marketing agency.

Private Wealth Management Perspectives Series Finds That Rigorous Due Diligence Standards of Caribbean CBI Nations Earn International Respect: CS Global Partners

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Thursday, April 28, 2022
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Karen Kelly, director of strategy and development at Exiger said We find that countries who are already engaging top due diligence intelligence companies have consistent standards across their CBI programmes.

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  • Karen Kelly, director of strategy and development at Exiger said We find that countries who are already engaging top due diligence intelligence companies have consistent standards across their CBI programmes.
  • The Caribbean continues to improve its due diligence standards making their programmes internationally recognised and respected.
  • International respect is vital for any CBI programme to thrive as many nations, especially in the OECS region, use CBI funds to fast-track economic transformational opportunities.
  • ProfessionalWealth Management, from the FT Group, is the premier resource forprivatebanking and mutual fund coverage in Europe, Asia and beyond.

Private Wealth Management Perspectives Series Looks at How Continuous Monitoring is a Key Pillar in Strong Due Diligence Practices: CS Global Partners

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Friday, April 22, 2022
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In the second chapter of the four-part series, the PWM Perspectives series delves deeper into due diligence practices undertaken by countries who offer CBI programmes with a specific focus on continuous monitoring a key aspect of successful CBI programmes in the market.

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  • In the second chapter of the four-part series, the PWM Perspectives series delves deeper into due diligence practices undertaken by countries who offer CBI programmes with a specific focus on continuous monitoring a key aspect of successful CBI programmes in the market.
  • The panel was moderated by Yuri Bender, editor in chief Professional Wealth Management magazine.
  • The international community is concerned that these programmes may offer boltholes for suspect characters looking to evade the law.
  • ProfessionalWealth Management, from the FT Group, is the premier resource forprivatebanking and mutual fund coverage in Europe, Asia and beyond.

The Exceptional Women Awardees Foundation (EWA) announces selection of The Honorable Ellen E. McCarthy, Chair & CEO, Just the Facts, as a Winter 2022 Awardee

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Tuesday, April 19, 2022
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LOS ANGELES, April 19, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Exceptional Women Awardees Foundation (EWA) announces that after an expansive search The Honorable Ellen E. McCarthy, Chair and CEO of Just the Facts, was selected for the Winter 2022 EWA Cohort.

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  • The Exceptional Women Awardees Foundation (EWA) announces that after an expansive search The Honorable Ellen E. McCarthy, Chair and Chief Executive Officer of Just the Facts, was selected for the Winter 2022 EWA Cohort.
  • LOS ANGELES, April 19, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Exceptional Women Awardees Foundation (EWA) announces that after an expansive search The Honorable Ellen E. McCarthy, Chair and CEO of Just the Facts, was selected for the Winter 2022 EWA Cohort.
  • The Honorable Ellen E. McCarthy serves as the Chairwoman and CEO of Just the Facts Truth in Media Cooperative and Noodle Labs.
  • In fall 2022, Ms. McCarthy will begin teaching Intelligence Theory and Practice at the University of Maryland.

Financial Times’ Private Wealth Management Magazine Shines Spotlight on Due Diligence in Citizenship by Investment Countries: CS Global Partners

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Monday, April 11, 2022
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LONDON, April 11, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Financial Times Private Wealth Management (PWM) magazine recently hosted a virtual panel discussion on the impact of global risks on countries with Citizenship by Investment (CBI) programmes.

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  • LONDON, April 11, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Financial Times Private Wealth Management (PWM) magazine recently hosted a virtual panel discussion on the impact of global risks on countries with Citizenship by Investment (CBI) programmes.
  • The panel, moderated by Yuri Bender, editor in chief Professional Wealth Management magazine, shone a spotlight on due diligence processes amid rising geopolitical risks.
  • Obtaining an alternative citizenship by contributing financially to another countrys economic or social needs is one way to do this.
  • There is growing attention being given to countries who offer citizenship by investment and how they verify credentials of families and entrepreneurs looking to secure a new citizenship.

Although Uncertainty Continues, Health Care Preparedness Remains Top Priority, as Fidelity® Health Savings Accounts Near $14 Billion Assets

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Wednesday, March 23, 2022
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These offerings help Fidelitys customers in a number of ways:

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  • These offerings help Fidelitys customers in a number of ways:
    Invest for future health care costs: With its Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) , Fidelity continues to help its customers save and pay for their health care costs with 2.2 million2 funded accounts.
  • Better navigate the health care system and manage expenses: Designed to help health care customers manage their expenses, the free Fidelity Health App allows users to reimburse themselves and compare providers allowing them to potentially reduce health care costs.
  • Viewpoints articles on planning for health care: 3 healthy habits for health care savings accounts ; How to plan for rising health care costs ; 5 ways HSAs can fortify your retirement .
  • Fidelity Medicare Services is operated by Fidelity Health Insurance Services, LLC ("FHIS"), and FMR LLC ("FMR") is the parent company of FHIS.

New Alzheimer's Association Report Finds Doctors and the Public Face Challenges in Understanding and Distinguishing Early Alzheimer's Development from 'Normal Aging'

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Tuesday, March 15, 2022
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CHICAGO, March 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Alzheimer's Association 2022 Alzheimer's Disease Facts and Figures report unearthed new insights related to challenges both doctors and the American public face in understanding and diagnosing mild cognitive impairment (MCI), which is characterized by subtle changes in memory and thinking. It is estimated 10% to 15% of individuals with MCI go on to develop dementia each year. And as the size of the U.S. population age 65 and older continues to grow (from 58 million in 2021 to 88 million by 2050), so too will the number and proportion of Americans with Alzheimer's or other dementias given increased risk of dementia with advancing age.

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  • About one-third of people with MCI due to Alzheimer's disease develop Alzheimer's dementia within five years.
  • When MCI due to Alzheimer's disease is described, almost half of respondents(42%) express worry about developing it in the future.
  • Additional findings illuminate why individuals exhibiting MCI symptoms are reluctant to discuss them with their doctors, who face persistent challenges in diagnosis of their patients.
  • The report will also appear in the April 2022 issue of Alzheimer's & Dementia: The Journal of the Alzheimer's Association.

PANCREATIC CANCER REACHES HIGHEST-EVER SURVIVAL RATE, 11%, ACCORDING TO ANNUAL CANCER REPORT

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Wednesday, January 12, 2022
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LOS ANGELES, Jan. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- American Cancer Society's (ACS) Cancer Facts & Figures 2022 report, released today, shows that the five-year survival rate for pancreatic cancer has increased from 10 to 11%.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Jan. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- American Cancer Society's (ACS) Cancer Facts & Figures 2022 report, released today, shows that the five-year survival rate for pancreatic cancer has increased from 10 to 11%.
  • The last time the survival rate for pancreatic cancer increased was in 2020 when it first reached double digits.
  • According to the report, while pancreatic cancer is currently the 10th most commonly diagnosed cancer in the U.S., it remains the third-leading cause of cancer-related deaths.
  • The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) leads the way in accelerating critical progress for pancreatic cancer patients.