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Skoll Foundation Announces the Winners of 2024 Skoll Award for Social Innovation

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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The Skoll Foundation has announced the four organizations that will receive the 2024 Skoll Award for Social Innovation, which highlights leaders and organizations that advance transformational social change around the world.

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  • The Skoll Foundation has announced the four organizations that will receive the 2024 Skoll Award for Social Innovation, which highlights leaders and organizations that advance transformational social change around the world.
  • Every year, the Skoll Award for Social Innovation recognizes exemplary leaders and organizations creating a more sustainable, peaceful, and prosperous world.
  • The Awardees will be celebrated during the 21st Skoll World Forum at the 2024 Awards for Social Innovation Ceremony, taking place on Thursday, April 11, 4:30-6 p.m. BST at the New Theatre in Oxford, England and virtually.
  • “Global challenges are mounting at an increasing pace,” said Don Gips, CEO of the Skoll Foundation.

Fitness Technology Company FORM Launches Next Generation Smart Swim Goggles, Accelerating Augmented Reality Adoption in Endurance Sport

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Software, Men, Sports, Hardware, Family, Consumer Electronics, Consumer, Technology, Teens, Swimming, Women, Seniors, Wearables, Mobile Technology, Head, Algorithm, USA Triathlon, Comfort, Heart rate, Smart, Acquisition, World Triathlon, Athlete, World championship, Water, Waveguide, Multimedia, Medical imaging

FORM , the industry-leading fitness technology company pioneering real-time visual feedback to elevate athletic performance, is excited to announce the launch of its highly anticipated second-generation augmented reality swim goggles, FORM Smart Swim 2, available to purchase now worldwide.

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  • FORM , the industry-leading fitness technology company pioneering real-time visual feedback to elevate athletic performance, is excited to announce the launch of its highly anticipated second-generation augmented reality swim goggles, FORM Smart Swim 2, available to purchase now worldwide.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240402315141/en/
    FORM's Smart Swim 2 goggles feature an augmented reality display, integrated heart rate, SwimStraight™ for open water navigation, and more.
  • Building on the award-winning success of the Smart Swim 1, FORM Smart Swim 2 leverages patented Waveguide optics technology and an array of onboard sensors to deliver real-time metrics, guided workouts and unparalleled real-time swim coaching.
  • FORM Smart Swim 2 is now available for purchase for $249.00/£229.00/€249.00 from www.formswim.com and at specific multi-sport retailers.

One App for Your Home: Introducing a New Thumbtack for a New Generation of Homeowners

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Residential Building & Real Estate, Technology, Construction & Property, Women, Electronic Commerce, Men, Apps, Applications, Software, Artificial Intelligence, Internet, Consumer, Friends, DIY, Instant book, Eye, System, Drawing pin, Multimedia, Family, IOS, Procrastination, Android, Risk management

The personalized app provides guidance on what projects to do, when to do them, and who to hire to accomplish more.

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  • The personalized app provides guidance on what projects to do, when to do them, and who to hire to accomplish more.
  • “This digitally native generation wants to manage their homes the way they run the rest of their lives — on their phones.
  • Our all-in-one app brings the support and peace of mind homeowners need.”
    Thumbtack’s one app for your home is the biggest update in the product’s history.
  • To move past procrastination and get more done, download the free Thumbtack app available now on iOS and rolling out to Android in the coming months.

Women in Technology Presents SAIC’s Toni Townes-Whitley with Inaugural Lifetime Achievement Award

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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Women in Technology (WIT), the premier organization contributing to the success of professional women in the Washington metropolitan area technology community, today announced its first-ever Lifetime Achievement award for SAIC CEO Toni Townes-Whitley.

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  • Women in Technology (WIT), the premier organization contributing to the success of professional women in the Washington metropolitan area technology community, today announced its first-ever Lifetime Achievement award for SAIC CEO Toni Townes-Whitley.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240402243190/en/
    SAIC CEO Toni Townes-Whitley wins WIT's inaugural Lifetime Achievement Award.
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    “I am deeply grateful to Women in Technology for acknowledging the impact and contributions of women in the technology industry,” said Toni Townes-Whitley, Chief Executive Officer of SAIC.
  • “This award serves as a reminder that our achievements are not just individual milestones but also significant milestones for women in the field.

Gopuff Launches FAM20, a 20-Minute Delivery Promise

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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Leading Instant Commerce company Gopuff launched FAM20 , a new benefit exclusively for FAM members that promises delivery in under 20 minutes for just $1.49/order.

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  • Leading Instant Commerce company Gopuff launched FAM20 , a new benefit exclusively for FAM members that promises delivery in under 20 minutes for just $1.49/order.
  • “FAM20 is a new FAM member benefit that promises delivery in 20 minutes or less.
  • Faster than Fast: FAM20 offers delivery in 20 minutes or less, the fastest delivery time on the planet.
  • Now, in addition to FAM everyday low pricing, insane weekly deals, and waived delivery fees, FAM members also gain access to lightning-fast delivery with FAM20.

Endometriosis Global Clinical Trials Review 2024, Featuring AbbVie, Bayer, Ferring Holding, Neurocrine Biosciences, Sumitomo, Takeda Pharmaceutical, Kissei Pharmaceutical, Pfizer and Astellas Pharma - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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The "Endometriosis - Global Clinical Trials Review, 2024" clinical trials has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "Endometriosis - Global Clinical Trials Review, 2024" clinical trials has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The clinical trial report provides an overview of Endometriosis Clinical trials scenario.
  • This report provides top line data relating to the clinical trials on Endometriosis.
  • The report offers coverage of disease clinical trials by region, country (G7 & E7), phase, trial status, end points status and sponsor type.

Guess?, Inc. and WHP Global Complete the Acquisition of rag & bone Guess?, Inc. Announces $50 Million Expansion of its Existing Asset-Based Revolving Credit Facility

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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Guess?, Inc. (NYSE: GES) and global brand management firm WHP Global today announced that they have completed the previously announced acquisition of New York based fashion brand rag & bone.

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  • Guess?, Inc. (NYSE: GES) and global brand management firm WHP Global today announced that they have completed the previously announced acquisition of New York based fashion brand rag & bone.
  • has contributed $57.1 million towards the purchase of rag & bone, in addition to contributions from WHP Global.
  • has entered into an agreement with the lenders of its existing $150 million asset-based revolving credit facility to increase the borrowing capacity under the facility by $50 million to a total of $200 million.
  • For additional information on the acquisition of rag & bone, please read the announcement press release here .

Eye Physicians of Libertyville Acquires Northern Illinois Eye Clinic

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Monday, April 1, 2024
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Effective March 28, 2024, Eye Physicians of Libertyville doctors will assume care for Northern Illinois Eye Clinic patients.

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  • Effective March 28, 2024, Eye Physicians of Libertyville doctors will assume care for Northern Illinois Eye Clinic patients.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240401980606/en/
    (left) Dr. Nathan Goldberg, Optometrist, Eye Physicians of Libertyville (right) Hercules Logothetis, MD, Owner and Surgeon, Eye Physicians of Libertyville (Photo: Business Wire)
    “Dr.
  • Velotta is a well-respected ophthalmologist in our community, and I wish her the best as she begins her new opportunity,” said Hercules Logothetis, MD, owner and surgeon at Eye Physicians of Libertyville.
  • For more information about Eye Physicians of Libertyville, please visit www.libertyvilleeye.com .

Jay L. Schottenstein to Be Inducted into World Retail Hall of Fame

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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Jay L. Schottenstein, Executive Chairman of the Board, CEO of American Eagle Outfitters, Inc., will be inducted later this month into the World Retail Hall of Fame, which celebrates the achievements of leaders who have contributed significantly to the industry’s greatest companies and brands.

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  • Jay L. Schottenstein, Executive Chairman of the Board, CEO of American Eagle Outfitters, Inc., will be inducted later this month into the World Retail Hall of Fame, which celebrates the achievements of leaders who have contributed significantly to the industry’s greatest companies and brands.
  • The Hall of Fame is an integral part of World Retail Congress’s annual program and Schottenstein is being inducted this year alongside two other retail visionaries, Jean-Paul Agon, Chairman of L’Oréal, and Supaluck Umpujh, Chairwoman of The Mall Group.
  • The inductees will accept the accolade at the exclusive World Retail Congress Hall of Fame ceremony on April 15, 2024, in Paris, joining 51 other Hall of Fame members.
  • “My induction into the World Retail Hall of Fame is an acknowledgement of my family’s lasting impact on – and deep love for – this industry.

The Crazy Lamp Lady Announces the Launch of the Fourth Friday Handmade Market

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Monday, April 1, 2024
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The Crazy Lamp Lady , creator of the Niknax online marketplace, is pleased to announce the launch of the site’s Fourth Friday Handmade Market.

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  • The Crazy Lamp Lady , creator of the Niknax online marketplace, is pleased to announce the launch of the site’s Fourth Friday Handmade Market.
  • The inaugural market will be held on April 26th, 2024, and feature a plethora of digital festivities.
  • This growing community of loyal sellers and followers will ultimately be the key to making Fourth Friday Handmade Market a success.
  • Jocelyn Elizabeth, better known across the social media universe as the Crazy Lamp Lady, is no stranger to building and fostering community online.