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BURRELL COMMUNICATIONS GROUP APPOINTS TUWISHA ROGERS-SIMPSON VICE PRESIDENT OF BRAND DEVELOPMENT

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Wednesday, October 26, 2022
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CHICAGO, Oct. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Burrell Communications Group, a pioneering multicultural marketing communications agency, announced today that Tuwisha 'Wish' Rogers-Simpson joins the agency as Vice President of Brand Development.

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  • CHICAGO, Oct. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Burrell Communications Group, a pioneering multicultural marketing communications agency, announced today that Tuwisha 'Wish' Rogers-Simpson joins the agency as Vice President of Brand Development.
  • In this role, Rogers-Simpson will guide the overall alignment of Burrell's business objectives and brand communications, while strengthening Burrell's stance as a worldwide brand.
  • "I am both delighted and honored to have the opportunity to join Burrell at such an exciting time," said Rogers-Simpson.
  • Burrell Communications Group was founded in 1971 with the intention of forging an authentic and respectful connection with the African American consumer.

CARRIE BROUSSARD JOINS SIGNAL RESTORATION AS VICE PRESIDENT OF NATIONAL ACCOUNTS

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Monday, October 17, 2022
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Troy, MI, Oct. 17, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Signal Restoration Services , the leader in emergency response and property damage restoration in the industrial, healthcare, education, government, hospitality, multi-family, and retail industries, today announced Carrie Broussard has joined as vice president of national accounts.

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  • Troy, MI, Oct. 17, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Signal Restoration Services , the leader in emergency response and property damage restoration in the industrial, healthcare, education, government, hospitality, multi-family, and retail industries, today announced Carrie Broussard has joined as vice president of national accounts.
  • In her new role, Ms. Broussard will leverage her passion for building strategic relationships to enhance Signals national sales organization.
  • We are so excited to announce that Carrie has joined the Signal family, said Mark Davis, co-CEO, Signal.
  • I am excited and honored to join Signal Restoration Services in this new leadership role, said Ms. Broussard.

Bloomberg Philanthropies Commits Additional $50 Million to Eradicate Polio

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Tuesday, October 18, 2022
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NEW YORK, Oct. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bloomberg Philanthropies today announced an additional $50 million commitment to the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI) reinforcing its dedication to GPEI's mission to complete the global eradication of polio. This renewal of support comes at a time when polio is rebounding, following a fall in vaccination rates during the COVID-19 pandemic and a heightened risk of a polio resurgence, and brings Bloomberg Philanthropies total commitment to GPEI to $225 million since 2013.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bloomberg Philanthropies today announced an additional $50 million commitment to the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI) reinforcing its dedication to GPEI's mission to complete the global eradication of polio.
  • "Until we eradicate polio from the world, it poses a risk to people everywhere," said Michael R. Bloomberg, founder of Bloomberg Philanthropies and WHO Global Ambassador for Noncommunicable Diseases and Injuries.
  • "Since 2013, Bloomberg Philanthropies has been glad to support the critically important work of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative and now, as polio outbreaks threaten the critical progress we've made, we're recommitting to the urgent fight to end polio for good."
  • "Eradicating polio will require the full support of the global health community," said Dr. Kelly Henning, who leads Public Health programs at Bloomberg Philanthropies.

BANK OF CLARKE COUNTY WELCOMES DAN HAMPTON AS HEAD OF GOVERNMENT CONTRACTOR BANKING

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Monday, October 17, 2022
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BERRYVILLE, Va., Oct. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bank of Clarke County welcomes Dan Hampton as Senior Vice President, Head of Government Contractor Banking to its expanding specialized government contractor banking segment.

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  • BERRYVILLE, Va., Oct. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Bank of Clarke County welcomes Dan Hampton as Senior Vice President, Head of Government Contractor Banking to its expanding specialized government contractor banking segment.
  • Hampton has worked with government contractors for the past 18+ years to help them create solutions tailored to each client's lending, depository, and cash management needs.
  • "I have always admired the Bank of Clarke County as one of the most trusted banks in our market," Hampton said.
  • "Bank of Clarke County has the expertise and solutions to assist not only government contractors but other industries as well.

AGB Welcomes Inaugural Vice President for Culture and Talent Development

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Monday, October 10, 2022
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges (AGB) announced today that Larry L. Robertson Jr. is joining the association as its inaugural vice president for culture and talent development. His selection signals a crucial step forward in attracting, developing, and retaining AGB's most important asset: an inclusive, passionate, educated, and dedicated staff. AGB is the premier organization advocating strategic board governance in higher education.

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  • WASHINGTON, Oct. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges (AGB) announced today that Larry L. Robertson Jr. is joining the association as its inaugural vice president for culture and talent development.
  • I am a proponent of 'culture on purpose,' and I'm excited to assist AGB in further developing strategies and tools to shape its culture in a hybrid environment."
  • He will create an integrated culture and talent development strategy that includes furthering the "One AGB" culture, generating role-specific career pathing, and developing well-rounded onboarding and professional development programs to drive the association's strategic outcomes.
  • Prior to AGB, Robertson served as senior vice president, HR & belonging at the American Institute of Architects (AIA).

VA ANN ARBOR HEALTHCARE SYSTEM HOLDS DEDICATION CEREMONY FOR FISHER HOUSE

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Saturday, September 24, 2022
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ANN ARBOR, Mich., Sept. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System (VAAAHS) on Friday held the dedication ceremony for the VA Ann Arbor Fisher House. The Fisher House was dedicated to America's service men and women and their loved ones.

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  • ANN ARBOR, Mich., Sept. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System (VAAAHS) on Friday held the dedication ceremony for the VA Ann Arbor Fisher House.
  • "Fisher House Foundation is honored to bring this first house to Michigan," said Chairman and CEO of Fisher House Foundation Ken Fisher.
  • VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System (VAAAHS) provides state-of-the-art healthcare services to Veterans at eight locations of care in southeast Michigan and northwest Ohio.
  • Fisher House Michigan presently supports operations at the Fisher House at VAAAHS in Ann Arbor and is raising capital and program funds for the future Fisher House at the John D. Dingell VA Medical Center in Detroit.

Philip DeBerard IV Awarded Best Personal Injury Attorney on the Treasure Coast of Florida

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Friday, September 23, 2022
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PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla., Sept. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The South Florida TCPalm, the digital news site for Treasure Coast Newspapers, has recently named Philip DeBerard IV the Best Personal Injury Attorney in the Treasure Coast based on readers' votes.

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  • PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla., Sept. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The South Florida TCPalm, the digital news site for Treasure Coast Newspapers, has recently named Philip DeBerard IV the Best Personal Injury Attorney in the Treasure Coast based on readers' votes.
  • This survey, conducted in June 2022, was part of the news site's "Best of the Best" Official Community Choice Awards.
  • In personal injury law, Mr. DeBerard and his law firm Philip DeBerard, Injury Attorney have consistently earned top ratings from both clients and professional organizations.
  • The law firm of Philip DeBerard, Injury Attorney handles car crashes, truck accidents, pedestrian accidents, medical malpractice, slip and falls, and other types of injury cases.

Milford-Based Yankee Toy Box Acquired by Leading Ecommerce Aggregator Society Brands

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Tuesday, September 20, 2022
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MILFORD, N.H., Sept. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Society Brands, an ecommerce aggregator built for and by founders, today announced the acquisition of Milford-based Yankee Toy Box, an online retailer of licensed-character clothing, footwear and accessories focusing primarily on the children's market. The retailer licenses well-known brand names such as Disney, Nickelodeon, Marvel, Sesame Street, Dr. Seuss, and many more.

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  • Yankee Toy Box sells its products online through Amazon, its own website, and a growing number of internet-based retail channels.
  • "We chose Society Brands to acquire Yankee Toy Box because we wanted to partner with a like-minded company," said Lisa Zerr, Co-Founder and Brand President of Yankee Toy Box.
  • "With Society Brands being a product-centric aggregator, they recognize the importance of relationships, both internal and outside our community.
  • With Society Brands' acquisition, Yankee Toy Box is positioned to continue its strong growth trajectory and expand its product offerings and sales channels.

Greenberg Traurig Co-President Ernest LaMont Greer Receives ADL SE Lifetime Achievement Award

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Wednesday, September 14, 2022
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ATLANTA, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Greenberg Traurig Co-President Ernest LaMont Greer will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Anti-Defamation League Southeast (ADL) Sept. 15 at the organization's 25th Anniversary Jurisprudence Luncheon. This honor follows a year of recognitions for Greer, including his induction into the 2022 Junior Achievement Atlanta Business Hall of Fame, and receiving the 2021 Legacy Award from Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta, as well as the 2021 CEO of the Year by The Atlanta Business League.

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  • Greenberg Traurig Co-President Ernest LaMont Greer will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Anti-Defamation League Southeast (ADL) Sept. 15 at the organization's 25th Anniversary Jurisprudence Luncheon.
  • ATLANTA, Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Greenberg Traurig Co-President Ernest LaMont Greer will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Anti-Defamation League Southeast (ADL) Sept. 15 at the organization's 25th Anniversary Jurisprudence Luncheon.
  • According to ADL, the Lifetime Achievement Award is presented to a lawyer who adheres to the highest ideals of the profession and seeks to make a difference in the world.
  • About Greenberg Traurig: Greenberg Traurig, LLP has more than 2500 attorneys in 43 locations in the United States, Europe, Latin America, Asia, and the Middle East.

Tennessee Association of Optometric Physicians Taps Patience Long for Executive Director

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Wednesday, September 14, 2022
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NASHVILLE, Tenn., Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Tennessee Association of Optometric Physicians has named Patience Long as its new executive director, the organization announced today.

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  • NASHVILLE, Tenn., Sept. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Tennessee Association of Optometric Physicians has named Patience Long as its new executive director, the organization announced today.
  • Long most recently served seven years as executive director of the Center for the Arts, Inc., in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, where she managed a thriving nonprofit centered around revenue development, education programs, and community engagement.
  • "The Tennessee Association of Optometric Physicians is excited to welcome our first new executive director in 40 years," said Dr. Amanda Dellinger, TAOP president.
  • "With Patience Long serving as executive director, the TAOP is more committed than ever to promoting the highest quality of eye health and vision care for Tennessee residents," Dellinger said.