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SouthState Forms Small Business Banking Team

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Tuesday, July 25, 2023
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Matt Vegter was promoted to director of small business banking to grow and serve SouthState's small business sector.

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  • Matt Vegter was promoted to director of small business banking to grow and serve SouthState's small business sector.
  • A banker for 15 years, Vegter helped to develop a small business loan program, Business Lending Express, which streamlined and simplified the underwriting process for small business loans.
  • Vegter has built a team of experienced small business bankers, pulling from capable bankers at SouthState and other financial institutions.
  • Members of the team include the following:
    Jack Baker brings 16 years of banking experience to the small business banking team.

Rittenhouse Realty Advisors, A Member of GREA, Sells 107 Unit Redevelopment Site in Fishtown Neighborhood of Philadelphia for $5.75 Million

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Thursday, September 1, 2022
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The property will be constructed by Philadelphia based U.S. Construction Inc. and will contain 15,000 square feet of commercial/retail space.

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  • The property will be constructed by Philadelphia based U.S. Construction Inc. and will contain 15,000 square feet of commercial/retail space.
  • We were very excited to help put this project together, stated Ken Wellar, managing partner at RRA/GREA.
  • This is one of the most prime redevelopment sites in all of Fishtown.
  • U.S. Construction is planning a state-of-the-art mixed-use project that will fit in well with the already developed neighborhood of Fishtown.

FIVE ORGANIZATIONS PARTNER TO DESIGN NEW BIOTECH TRAINING PROGRAM TO CONNECT PHILADELPHIANS WITH QUALITY JOBS IN THE REGION'S RAPIDLY GROWING LIFE SCIENCES SECTOR

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Tuesday, August 23, 2022
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PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Partners in Greater Philadelphia's life sciences ecosystem are collaborating to create a new workforce development training model to connect biotech jobs with a wider range of Philadelphians, including residents from disadvantaged communities. In a field that often requires PhDs or master's degrees for most roles, the program – "Biomedical Technician Training Program: Aseptic Manufacturing" – will create opportunities for Philadelphians with at least a high school equivalency. The initiative is one way the region is working together to meet the talent needs in its rapidly growing cell and gene therapy sector.

Key Points: 
  • In a field that often requires PhDs or master's degrees for most roles, the program "Biomedical Technician Training Program: Aseptic Manufacturing" will create opportunities for Philadelphians with at least a high school equivalency.
  • The initiative is one way the region is working together to meet the talent needs in its rapidly growing cell and gene therapy sector.
  • For the West Philadelphia Skills Initiative, which has extensive experience developing training programs with healthcare organizations, the entry into life sciences is an exciting evolution.
  • "Iovance is proud to be a part of the vibrant, diverse Greater Philadelphia community and rapidly growing cell therapy hub.

Good Jobs Challenge Grant Presents Southeastern Pennsylvania with Unique Opportunity for Equitable Growth

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Monday, August 22, 2022
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PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On August 3, when the US Economic Development Administration (EDA) announced that Philadelphia Works (PhilaWorks) was one of 32 winners in the Good Jobs Challenge (GJC), the award amount became the headline. While $22.8M is certainly headline-worthy, it is not the only thing that makes this grant opportunity valuable.

Key Points: 
  • While $22.8M is certainly headline-worthy, it is not the only thing that makes this grant opportunity valuable.
  • The GJC grant, funded by President Biden's American Rescue Plan , invests in communities, helping them to rebuild strong, vibrant, and inclusive economies.
  • "We fully understand the significance of the opportunity in front of us," said H. Patrick Clancy, president and CEO at PhilaWorks.
  • Email specific grant questions directly to Good Jobs Challenge.

Meditology Establishes Premier Partnership with Ronald McDonald House Charities

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Tuesday, July 13, 2021
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Meditology Services, a top-ranked healthcare cybersecurity and privacy consulting firm, has been designated a Premier Corporate Partner for Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Philadelphia Region (RMHC Philly).

Key Points: 
  • Meditology Services, a top-ranked healthcare cybersecurity and privacy consulting firm, has been designated a Premier Corporate Partner for Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Philadelphia Region (RMHC Philly).
  • Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Philadelphia Region supports families of seriously ill children by creating a community of comfort and hope.
  • Our two Ronald McDonald House programs provide temporary lodging, transportation, meals, and psychosocial services to families who travel to Philadelphia for pediatric care.
  • The Ronald McDonald Care Mobile, operated in partnership with St. Christophers Foundation for Children, provides comprehensive and continuous oral healthcare to children in North Philadelphia.

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Appoints New Ophthalmology Division Chief

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Thursday, July 1, 2021
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PHILADELPHIA, July 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Today, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) appointed Gil Binenbaum, MD MSCEas Chief of the Division of Ophthalmology .

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  • PHILADELPHIA, July 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Today, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) appointed Gil Binenbaum, MD MSCEas Chief of the Division of Ophthalmology .
  • Binenbaum is a highly accomplished clinician, educator and scholar who has outstanding leadership abilities and will undoubtedly guide the Division of Ophthalmology to new heights.
  • Additionally, we are extremely grateful to Dr. Monte Mills, who served as division chief for 21 years and will continue his superb clinical, educational and research work as a senior surgeon in our Division of Ophthalmology."
  • About Children's Hospital of Philadelphia: Children's Hospital of Philadelphia was founded in 1855 as the nation's first pediatric hospital.

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia To Open Pediatric Urgent Care Center in Abington, PA

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Thursday, July 1, 2021
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PHILADELPHIA, June 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --On July 1, 2021, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) will open an after-hours Urgent Care Center in Abington, PA dedicated exclusively to children.

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  • PHILADELPHIA, June 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --On July 1, 2021, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) will open an after-hours Urgent Care Center in Abington, PA dedicated exclusively to children.
  • CHOP also operates pediatric Urgent Care Centers in Chalfont, PA , Glen Mills, PA , Haverford, PA and King of Prussia, PA.
    "We are excited to offer pediatric urgent care in a new location in Montgomery County, making it easier for local families to get expert care in their community," said Elizabeth Younkins, Vice President, CHOP Care Network.
  • "Our five CHOP Urgent Care Centers allow families to receive the appropriate level of care in a fast, convenient and child-friendly environment."
  • About Children's Hospital of Philadelphia:Children's Hospital of Philadelphia was founded in 1855 as the nation's first pediatric hospital.

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Launches Innovative Virtual Teen Driving Assessment Program with $4 Million Grant from NJM Insurance Group

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Tuesday, June 8, 2021
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The implementation of the VDAS program is a collaboration among CHOP Care Network Operations, CIRP, and The Possibilities Project at CHOP.

Key Points: 
  • The implementation of the VDAS program is a collaboration among CHOP Care Network Operations, CIRP, and The Possibilities Project at CHOP.
  • With the virtual driving assessment, we can help them to successfully and safely navigate through early driving."
  • "In 2017, NJM expanded its award-winning teen driving safety program to include Share the Keys, a research-based, data-driven program designed to reduce teen driver crash risks through increased parental involvement.
  • About Children's Hospital of Philadelphia: Children's Hospital of Philadelphia was founded in 1855 as the nation's first pediatric hospital.

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Appoints Susan L. Furth, MD, PhD as New Chief Scientific Officer

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Tuesday, June 1, 2021
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PHILADELPHIA, June 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Following an extensive national search, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) has appointed Susan L. Furth, MD, PhD as Chief Scientific Officer.

Key Points: 
  • PHILADELPHIA, June 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Following an extensive national search, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) has appointed Susan L. Furth, MD, PhD as Chief Scientific Officer.
  • "We are delighted to welcome Dr. Furth into this new role," said Madeline Bell, President and CEO of Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
  • Dr. Furth will succeed current Chief Scientific Officer Bryan Wolf, MD, PhD, who will retire at the end of June 2021.
  • About Children's Hospital of Philadelphia: Children's Hospital of Philadelphia was founded in 1855 as the nation's first pediatric hospital.

180 Life Sciences Corp. Announces the Appointment of Russell T. Ray, MBA and Teresa DeLuca MD, MBA to Board of Directors

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Friday, May 28, 2021
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Teresa DeLuca, MD, MBA comes to 180 Life Sciences as both a public independent board director and former senior executive Chief Medical Officer with significant P&L business line ownership at global Fortune 50 companies.

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  • Teresa DeLuca, MD, MBA comes to 180 Life Sciences as both a public independent board director and former senior executive Chief Medical Officer with significant P&L business line ownership at global Fortune 50 companies.
  • Teresa completed her residency (MD) from Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University and received her MBA from Drexel University.
  • Dr. James Woody, 180 Life Sciences Chief Executive Officer commented, We are pleased to welcome both Teresa and Russ to our Board.
  • Their addition will satisfy Nasdaqs continued listing standards for independent directors on the 180 Life Sciences Board.