Junior Achievement

Survey: Social Media Influencers Inspiring Teens to Consider Starting a Business

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A new survey by Junior Achievement USA and EY shows that three-in-four teens (76%) would be likely to consider becoming an entrepreneur. Their top inspirations are "social media influencers" and "successful businesspeople" they see in the media, each selected by 30 percent of respondents. However, more than half (56%) say they would need more information on how to be successful, and nearly a third (32%) would need a role model who is a business owner for guidance. The survey of 1,003 teens between 13 and 17 was conducted by Big Village between October 10 – October 15, 2023. 

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  • 76 Percent of Teens "Likely" to Consider Starting a Business; Social Media Influencers/Successful Businesspeople Top Inspirations
    COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A new survey by Junior Achievement USA and EY shows that three-in-four teens (76%) would be likely to consider becoming an entrepreneur.
  • Their top inspirations are "social media influencers" and "successful businesspeople" they see in the media, each selected by 30 percent of respondents.
  • The survey of 1,003 teens between 13 and 17 was conducted by Big Village between October 10 – October 15, 2023.
  • Other key survey findings include:
    While starting a business is attractive to teens, many expressed concerns, with nearly one-in-three (30%) saying it was too risky.

MissionSquare Foundation Partners with Junior Achievement on Initiatives to Advance Financial Resiliency and Experiential Learning for Teens

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Monday, October 30, 2023

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., Oct. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Junior Achievement USA (JA) revealed a multi-year commitment from the MissionSquare Foundation to endorse two initiatives that address financial literacy education for teens and promote experiential learning in the classroom.

Key Points: 
  • COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., Oct. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Junior Achievement USA (JA) revealed a multi-year commitment from the MissionSquare Foundation to endorse two initiatives that address financial literacy education for teens and promote experiential learning in the classroom.
  • This significant partnership marks one of the first investments by the MissionSquare Foundation, established in 2022.
  • An initiative of Junior Achievement, 3DE is a school within a school model that uses case methodology to help students connect academic learning with real-world applications through project-based learning.
  • MissionSquare Foundation also is investing in the JA Teens & Personal Finance Survey, which occurs each April during Financial Literacy Month.

Navigator Holdings Ltd. Announces Changes to Board of Directors

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

Ms. Marx is a member of the board of directors of the American Staffing Association, Junior Achievement, CEOs Against Cancer, Greater Houston Women’s Chamber of Commerce, and Chair of Houston’s Bauer School of Business’ Business Engagement Committee.

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  • Ms. Marx is a member of the board of directors of the American Staffing Association, Junior Achievement, CEOs Against Cancer, Greater Houston Women’s Chamber of Commerce, and Chair of Houston’s Bauer School of Business’ Business Engagement Committee.
  • Ms. Marx holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Management and an MBA from Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business.
  • With these changes, the Company’s Board has increased from seven to eight members until November 15, 2023, the effective date of Mr. Kenwright’s resignation, upon which the size of the Company’s Board will decrease from eight to seven members.
  • We look forward to working with her closely during this exciting time for the Company.”

Junior Achievement of South Florida Brings Zebra Technologies’ Tablets to the Classroom

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

As part of its mission to better prepare students for real-world scenarios, Junior Achievement of South Florida now offers interactive courses on Zebra’s ET40 tablets on business and financial fundamentals, including career path choices.

Key Points: 
  • As part of its mission to better prepare students for real-world scenarios, Junior Achievement of South Florida now offers interactive courses on Zebra’s ET40 tablets on business and financial fundamentals, including career path choices.
  • “Zebra’s tablets have helped Junior Achievement of South Florida take existing course capabilities to the next level by offering an interactive experience for the students,” said Monica McNerney, Chief Operating Officer, Junior Achievement of South Florida.
  • We wish Junior Achievement and their students all the best with the program.”
    Junior Achievement of South Florida selected Zebra’s rugged ET40 Android tablets for immersive real-life simulation courses on financial literacy and business skills for local public junior and high school students.
  • Replacing paper-based courses previously offered by Junior Achievement, this approach offers significant advantages to build critical skills and knowledge in line with Junior Achievement of South Florida’s mission.

Papa Johns Looks to Fuel Youth Entrepreneurs Through Sales of Its Shaq-a-Roni Pizza

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

A fan favorite menu item for the past three years, Papa Johns will donate $1 to The Papa Johns Foundation for each Shaq-a-Roni purchased at participating locations.

Key Points: 
  • A fan favorite menu item for the past three years, Papa Johns will donate $1 to The Papa Johns Foundation for each Shaq-a-Roni purchased at participating locations.
  • Over the last three years, Papa Johns has raised more than $9 million for community organizations through sales of the Shaq-a-Roni pizza.
  • Given its widespread success and the company’s commitment to building up communities, Papa Johns is celebrating the fourth year of this LTO by launching the pizza globally and with a pointed mission to support youth entrepreneurs and future leaders.
  • “Through partnerships with Boys & Girls Clubs of America and Junior Achievement, Papa Johns has a longstanding global commitment to empowering youth and the leaders of tomorrow,” says Jenn Garner, Senior Director, Corporate Affairs and Sustainability, at Papa Johns.

'PIZZA WITH PURPOSE': THE SHAQ-A-RONI IS COMING TO PORTUGAL

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

LONDON, Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Papa Johns is today rolling out its best-selling pizza with purpose, the Shaq-a-Roni, in what marks the inaugural global product launch for the pizza-maker. Developed in partnership with basketball Hall of Famer and Papa Johns board member and franchisee Shaquille O' Neal, The Shaq-a-Roni, which over-delivers on size, taste and value is coming To Portugal from Tuesday, 24 October – Sunday, 31 December

Key Points: 
  • "We're setting our sights even bigger this year by debuting the Shaq-a-Roni internationally and investing in communities across the globe."
  • Like its namesake, this extra-large-sharing-pizza is the only pizza you'll want to share with your friends and family this holiday season.
  • Each local Papa Johns franchise is helping even more youth access learning experiences that empower them to build thriving communities.
  • We look forward to changing more young lives, so that they can make real change in their communities and in the world."

Arvinas Gives Back to Local Greater New Haven Community in Second Annual Impact Day

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

NEW HAVEN, Conn., Oct. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Arvinas, Inc. (Nasdaq: ARVN), a clinical-stage biotechnology company creating a new class of drugs based on targeted protein degradation, today announced that nearly 200 employees participated in the Company’s second annual “Arvinas Impact Day,” a company-wide community service day benefiting organizations in the Greater New Haven area.

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  • NEW HAVEN, Conn., Oct. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Arvinas, Inc. (Nasdaq: ARVN), a clinical-stage biotechnology company creating a new class of drugs based on targeted protein degradation, today announced that nearly 200 employees participated in the Company’s second annual “Arvinas Impact Day,” a company-wide community service day benefiting organizations in the Greater New Haven area.
  • "'Arvinas Impact Day' is a reflection of our company's unwavering dedication to community.
  • Eight Arvinas volunteers prepared meals to be served to members of the Greater New Haven community.
  • Boys & Girls Club of Greater New Haven: Over 20 members of Arvinas worked to enhance indoor and outdoor facilities.

Sides Wealth Advisory Group Launches With LPL Financial Strategic Wealth Services

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Oct. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LPL Financial LLC announced today that financial advisors Brock Hively, CFP®, CPFA®, AIF®, Josh Smeltzer, PPC, AIF®, Aaron Gingrich, CPFA®, AIF®, and Emily Sides, CPFA®, AIF® have joined LPL Financial to launch a new independent practice, Sides Wealth Advisory Group.

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  • CHARLOTTE, N.C., Oct. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LPL Financial LLC announced today that financial advisors Brock Hively, CFP®, CPFA®, AIF®, Josh Smeltzer, PPC, AIF®, Aaron Gingrich, CPFA®, AIF®, and Emily Sides, CPFA®, AIF® have joined LPL Financial to launch a new independent practice, Sides Wealth Advisory Group.
  • They chose to affiliate with LPL’s supported independence model, LPL Strategic Wealth Services , and reported having served approximately $900 million in advisory, brokerage and retirement plan assets*.
  • “At Sides Wealth Advisory Group, honesty and integrity are our guiding principles,” said Hively, whose areas of focus include comprehensive wealth management, investment research and asset allocation.
  • We’re proud to stand side-by-side with the Sides Wealth Advisory Group team as they begin this exciting new journey with LPL.”

It's a 10 Haircare Mogul Carolyn Aronson Receives Key to the City of Miami at 7th Annual National Love Your Hair Day Celebration

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Monday, October 16, 2023

MIAMI, Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On Tuesday, October 10th, 2023, Carolyn Aronson, CEO & Founder of It's a 10 Haircare, was bestowed the honor of receiving the key to the city of Miami via proclamation by Mayor Francis X. Suarez. This achievement came in celebration of the 7th annual National Love Your Hair Day, the holiday created by Carolyn and It's a 10 on her mission to spread self-love and acceptance for all.

Key Points: 
  • This achievement came in celebration of the 7th annual National Love Your Hair Day, the holiday created by Carolyn and It's a 10 on her mission to spread self-love and acceptance for all.
  • "I couldn't be more grateful and honored to receive the key to the city of Miami, especially on National Love Your Hair Day, a day that is so important to me, surrounded by my family, the company I have built, and even a few loyal brand fans," said Carolyn Aronson , CEO & Founder of It's a 10 Haircare .
  • Over the years, Carolyn has placed the focus of National Love Yor Hair Day on giving back to the consumer, helping hair heroes in need, and of course fostering self-confidence through haircare.
  • For more information about It's a 10 Haircare and National Love Your Hair Day, please visit www.itsa10haircare.com or follow @itsa10haircare on social media.

wemlo® Wins Gold for Service Providers in the 2023 Most Loved Mortgage Employer Awards from National Mortgage Professional

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Thursday, October 5, 2023

BOCA RATON, Fla., Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- wemlo®, a technology-focused mortgage loan processing company and subsidiary of RE/MAX Holdings, Inc., today announces it has been named a 2023 Most Loved Mortgage Employer by National Mortgage Professional (NMP). The company earned the Gold ranking in the Service Providers category based on results from an employee satisfaction survey focused on key factors including company culture, benefits, community involvement, diversity and inclusion, and more.

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  • BOCA RATON, Fla., Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- wemlo ®, a technology-focused mortgage loan processing company and subsidiary of RE/MAX Holdings, Inc. , today announces it has been named a 2023 Most Loved Mortgage Employer by National Mortgage Professional (NMP).
  • As a result, the company has more than tripled its processing team and seen a 164% increase in full-time staff members.
  • Processors are offered continued education opportunities and reimbursement, as well as professional development learnings tracks customized to their strengths.
  • "As the mortgage industry evolves, so do the needs of our customers and the way we serve them as a brand.