Thesis

Thesis, the First High Quality and Customized Nootropics Solution, Raises Total of $13.5 Million in Funding

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023

Previously the company raised $5.1 million in an undisclosed seed round that included Unilever Ventures, MBX, Trust Ventures and Redo Ventures.

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  • Previously the company raised $5.1 million in an undisclosed seed round that included Unilever Ventures, MBX, Trust Ventures and Redo Ventures.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230502005870/en/
    Thesis recognizes that nootropics are not a one-size-fits-all wellness category.
  • Through the highest quality ingredients and a customized approach, the brand helps people effectively boost their cognition & productivity.
  • The new capital will support Thesis as it makes key executive hires, expands out its product selection and undergoes clinical trials.

Direct response leader Barrington Media Group rebrands to BMG360 following double-digit growth and multiple acquisitions

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Wednesday, March 22, 2023

SHELTON, Conn., March 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Barrington Media Group, a leader in the direct response marketing industry since 2003, announces today that it has rebranded to BMG360. The rebrand follows significant growth over the past several years to over 250 employees through organic and inorganic growth via the acquisitions of Blackbird Garage, Five Mill, Thesis, and the SEO Department. 

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  • BMG360 brings together experts from across offline and digital channels to solve clients' unique advertising and marketing challenges and drive scalable, long-term results
    SHELTON, Conn., March 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Barrington Media Group, a leader in the direct response marketing industry since 2003, announces today that it has rebranded to BMG360 .
  • The rebrand follows significant growth over the past several years to over 250 employees through organic and inorganic growth via the acquisitions of Blackbird Garage, Five Mill, Thesis, and the SEO Department.
  • "We're thrilled to unveil our new name and brand identity, which reflect the company's growth and evolution as a leading performance marketing agency.
  • The future is bright for BMG360, and we're eager to continue delivering exceptional results for our clients."

The American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Administered its Oral Certifying Examination to Over 400 Candidates in 2023

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Wednesday, March 22, 2023

CHICAGO, March 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (ABOMS) has successfully administered the Oral Certifying Examination to a near-record number of candidates from January 30, 2023 to February 3, 2023, in Raleigh, North Carolina. Examining a total of 410 candidates, this marks the second largest administration in ABOMS history, indicating the increasing demand for board certification in oral and maxillofacial surgery.

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  • CHICAGO, March 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (ABOMS) has successfully administered the Oral Certifying Examination to a near-record number of candidates from January 30, 2023 to February 3, 2023, in Raleigh, North Carolina.
  • Examining a total of 410 candidates, this marks the second largest administration in ABOMS history, indicating the increasing demand for board certification in oral and maxillofacial surgery.
  • The ABOMS Oral Certifying Examination is a comprehensive and rigorous assessment of the knowledge, skills, and judgment required for the safe practice of oral and maxillofacial surgery.
  • The ABOMS Oral Certifying Examination is administered yearly; candidates who wish to take the examination must meet specific requirements, including holding a degree in dentistry, completing an accredited residency program in oral and maxillofacial surgery, and holding a current dental or medical license.

Introducing Embody: The first period tracker to offer privacy by default with a 3-tiered approach

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Wednesday, March 8, 2023

ATLANTA, March 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A global team of women led by former educator Anna Hall today announced the launch of Embody, a privacy-forward period tracker that uses cryptography to safeguard the most personal information menstruators possess. 

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  • No one should have to worry that their private health data will be sold, stolen, or misused.
  • "At Embody, we believe secure tools that help us understand our bodies are key to improving the lives of people who menstruate," said founder Hall.
  • Digital searches have been used as a basis for criminal charges in some U.S. states that have abortion bans in place.
  • Open-source code: Embody's source code is publicly available, so anyone can verify that it is delivering on its security promises.

American Urological Association Names New Assistant Secretary

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Tuesday, January 31, 2023

BALTIMORE, Jan. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Urological Association (AUA) is pleased to announce Jose A. Karam, MD, FACS, has been named by the Board of Directors as AUA Assistant Secretary for Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Dr. Karam will begin his three-year term as Assistant Secretary on June 1, 2023. 

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  • Dr. Jose A. Karam to support the Association's strategies and activities in Europe, the Middle East and Africa
    BALTIMORE, Jan. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Urological Association (AUA) is pleased to announce Jose A. Karam, MD, FACS, has been named by the Board of Directors as AUA Assistant Secretary for Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
  • Dr. Karam will begin his three-year term as Assistant Secretary on June 1, 2023.
  • As Assistant Secretary for these geographic regions, Dr. Karam will be responsible for shaping and executing on the AUA's international strategy, programming and activities within Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
  • "The Board and I look forward to working with Dr. Karam to advance our many international opportunities and collaborations."

BuildDirect Amends 2018 and 2022 Secured Debt

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Thursday, December 29, 2022

2018 and 2022 Secured Notes:

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  • 2018 and 2022 Secured Notes:
    BuildDirect Operations issued the 2018 Notes to Deans Knight Noteholders in an aggregate principal amount of approximately CAD $5,000,000 pursuant to a Note Purchase Agreement in March 2018.
  • BuildDirect Operations issued the 2022 Notes to the Lenders in an aggregate principal amount of USD $4,500,000 in June 2022.
  • BuildDirect Operations and the Lenders have agreed to amend the 2022 Notes pursuant to which (a) the maturity date of the 2022 Notes is extended to April 1, 2024 and (b) the interest rate applicable to the 2022 Notes is increased to 15% effective January 1, 2023.
  • Forward-looking statements in this press release may include, without limitation, statements relating to BuildDirect's ability to repay the 2018 Notes and 2022 Notes.

ACTFL Celebrates Achievement in Language Education

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Sunday, November 20, 2022

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Nov. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ACTFL is pleased to announce the 2022 recipients of the ACTFL Professional Awards , an annual program in recognition of outstanding contributions to the field of language education.

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  • ALEXANDRIA, Va., Nov. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ACTFL is pleased to announce the 2022 recipients of the ACTFL Professional Awards , an annual program in recognition of outstanding contributions to the field of language education.
  • These awards were presented in Boston on Saturday, November 19, as part of the ACTFL 2022 Annual Convention & World Languages Expo.
  • Providing vision, leadership and support for quality teaching and learning of languages, ACTFL is anindividual membership organization of more than 13,000 language educatorsand administrators from elementary through graduate education, as well asgovernment and industry.
  • Since its founding in 1967, ACTFL has become synonymous with innovation, quality, and reliability in meeting the changing needs of language educators and their learners.

Westcliff University Launches Highly Anticipated Ed.D Program

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Tuesday, August 30, 2022

Westcliff University , an established higher education leader, today announced the formal launch of its new Doctor of Education (Ed.D) professional degree program, designed for those pursuing educational leadership roles.

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  • Westcliff University , an established higher education leader, today announced the formal launch of its new Doctor of Education (Ed.D) professional degree program, designed for those pursuing educational leadership roles.
  • Westcliff Universitys Ed.D program is offered both in a fully remote, online setting or via traditional, in-person instruction at its main campus in Irvine, Calif. As a recognized champion of live online, asynchronous, virtual and face-to-face learning modalities, Westcliff University strives to meet the varied needs of students with its flexible program options.
  • About Westcliff University: Westcliff University is an innovative global higher education institution with its finger on the pulse of the international business landscape and the needs of todays employers.
  • Editors Note: Media interested in speaking to expert staff, faculty and leadership of Westcliff University should email [email protected] to facilitate interviews.

Academy of Marketing Science Mary Kay Doctoral Dissertation Awards Presented at 2022 Annual Conference

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Monday, July 18, 2022

Mary Kay Inc. a leading corporate advocate of womens empowerment and entrepreneurship, continued its decades-long support of education and academic research with the announcement of the 2022 winners of the Mary Kay Doctoral Dissertation and Doctoral Dissertation Proposal Awards at the Academy of Marketing Science (AMS) Annual Conference held May 25 27 in Monterey, California.

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  • Mary Kay Inc. a leading corporate advocate of womens empowerment and entrepreneurship, continued its decades-long support of education and academic research with the announcement of the 2022 winners of the Mary Kay Doctoral Dissertation and Doctoral Dissertation Proposal Awards at the Academy of Marketing Science (AMS) Annual Conference held May 25 27 in Monterey, California.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220718005732/en/
    Mary Kay Dissertation and Dissertation Proposal Award winners announced at 2022 Academy of Marketing Science annual conference.
  • (Graphic: Mary Kay Inc.)
    Submissions are open to doctoral students covering any marketing-related topics, methodology, and research interests worldwide.
  • For more information about the Academy of Marketing Science Mary Kay Dissertation Awards, click here .

Dissertation Prep Launches to Support & Mentor Doctoral Students From Candidate to Completion!

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Tuesday, July 5, 2022

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., July 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dani Babb, PhD today announced Dissertation Prep, a new service for doctoral students working on their dissertations.

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  • NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., July 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dani Babb, PhD today announced Dissertation Prep, a new service for doctoral students working on their dissertations.
  • We bridge the gap for students struggling to complete their doctoral dissertation, from doctoral candidate to completion
    "Schools want to provide the best resources for doctoral students but not every learner comes into a doctoral program with the same level of expertise or time management to be successful.
  • For more information on doctoral dissertation services, visit www.dissertationprep.com
    About Dissertation Prep: Student-centered doctoral dissertation services to help learners move from doctoral candidates to doctoral graduates.
  • The experienced team of doctoral mentors and editors is ready to serve students looking for more help, and colleges wanting to offer additional support for their doctoral students.