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Parents and Educators Voice Support for Nondegree Pathways After High School but Want Better Information on Quality Options

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

BOSTON, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A new survey commissioned by American Student Assistance (ASA) and Jobs for the Future (JFF) finds that both parents and educators lack sufficient information about the range and quality of education to career pathways available to young people today. The survey and accompanying white paper, Beyond Degrees, finds nearly 90% of parents are interested in learning more about nondegree pathways for their children, and two in five want schools to start advising students about their postsecondary options as early as middle school. 

Key Points: 
  • "This survey underscores the need to integrate information about pathways earlier in students' educational journeys and provide families and educators with a clear picture of the outcomes of nondegree programs."
  • In a previous surv ey by ASA and JFF, Gen Z high school graduates shared a growing interest in nondegree education and training programs.
  • Both parents and educators want students to have greater exposure to postsecondary educational options before high school.
  • Nearly 50% of educators said they think the information and guidance about nondegree pathways that their high school provides to students are not enough.

Spherion Staffing and Recruiting Names Kathy George President

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Monday, February 5, 2024

ATLANTA, Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Spherion Staffing and Recruiting (Spherion) has announced the appointment of Kathy George as president, effective February 5, 2024. As president, George will leverage her 20-year tenure at Spherion and extensive experience within the staffing and franchise industries to oversee the company's operations and drive purposeful growth.

Key Points: 
  • ATLANTA, Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Spherion Staffing and Recruiting (Spherion) has announced the appointment of Kathy George as president, effective February 5, 2024.
  • As president, George will leverage her 20-year tenure at Spherion and extensive experience within the staffing and franchise industries to oversee the company's operations and drive purposeful growth.
  • Throughout her time with Spherion, George has honed her expertise and gained an intimate understanding of the franchise community, organization and staffing industry as a whole in a manner only achievable through more than two decades of dedicated service.
  • As I step into this new role, I am incredibly humbled to lead such a remarkable organization," said George.

EQS-News: Fiven ASA – Bond prospectus and listing of bonds

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Monday, February 5, 2024

Fiven ASA ("Fiven") has issued a senior secured sustainability-linked floating rate bond loan of EUR 110,000,000, within a total framework amount of EUR 170,000,000, on the Nordic bond market.

Key Points: 
  • Fiven ASA ("Fiven") has issued a senior secured sustainability-linked floating rate bond loan of EUR 110,000,000, within a total framework amount of EUR 170,000,000, on the Nordic bond market.
  • The bonds carry a floating interest rate of EURIBOR 3m + 6.70 per cent.
  • Fiven has applied for listing of the bonds on the Corporate Bond list at Nasdaq Stockholm.
  • This information is information that Fiven ASA is obliged to make public pursuant to the EU Market Abuse Regulation.

Norsk Hydro: Status share buyback program

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

Prior to the share buyback program Norsk Hydro ASA owned a total of 15 096 878 own shares.

Key Points: 
  • Prior to the share buyback program Norsk Hydro ASA owned a total of 15 096 878 own shares.
  • Following the above listed transactions, Norsk Hydro ASA owns a total of 36 079 150 shares, corresponding to 1.77% of Norsk Hydro ASA's share capital.
  • Attachment: An overview of all the completed transactions under the program for the dates specified above is attached to this notification and available on www.newsweb.no.
  • This is information that Norsk Hydro ASA is obliged to make public pursuant to the EU Market Abuse Regulation and subject to the disclosure requirements pursuant to Section 5-12 of the Norwegian Securities Trading Act.

Saba Capital Files Lawsuit Against ASA Gold and Precious Metals and its Board of Directors Over Unlawful Shareholder Rights Plan

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

Saba is seeking to invalidate the Company’s discriminatory and unlawful shareholder rights plan, which is also known as a poison pill.

Key Points: 
  • Saba is seeking to invalidate the Company’s discriminatory and unlawful shareholder rights plan, which is also known as a poison pill.
  • ASA designed the poison pill in a sly and self-serving manner to guarantee that all shareholders will have the potential to suffer greatly, not just Saba.
  • If the poison pill is executed, there will inevitably be massive casualties across the Company’s shareholder base.
  • If ASA’s directors truly cared about creating value for shareholders, they would proactively rescind the poison pill and transition their positions to qualified fiduciaries.”

Chartered Business Valuators Predict Increase in M&A Activity: CBV Institute 2024 M&A Outlook Survey

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

Chartered Business Valuators Institute (“CBV Institute” or “the Institute”), a not-for-profit valuation professional organization that provides training and accreditation in business valuation and leads the Chartered Business Valuator (CBV) profession, announced today the results of its 2024 M&A Outlook Survey.

Key Points: 
  • Chartered Business Valuators Institute (“CBV Institute” or “the Institute”), a not-for-profit valuation professional organization that provides training and accreditation in business valuation and leads the Chartered Business Valuator (CBV) profession, announced today the results of its 2024 M&A Outlook Survey.
  • CBV respondents rank private equity firms as most likely to experience a growth in transaction activity (55 per cent).
  • The 2024 M&A Outlook Survey was conducted by CBV Institute between January 10, 2024, and January 17, 2024.
  • The online survey was completed by CBV Institute’s members who were involved in M&A activity in 2023.

AMERICAN SKIN ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES ITS 2024 FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES FOR SKIN CANCER & DISEASES

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Friday, February 2, 2024

NEW YORK, Feb. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- American Skin Association (ASA) has announced their 2024 funding opportunities to support top researchers and physicians dedicated to the field of dermatology.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Feb. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- American Skin Association (ASA) has announced their 2024 funding opportunities to support top researchers and physicians dedicated to the field of dermatology.
  • "For nearly forty years, ASA has funded hundreds of grants which have resulted in critical discoveries in various skin diseases."
  • The 2024 funding opportunities are as follows:
    Guidelines and applications can be found online at americanskin.org .
  • If you are interested in applying for ASA's 2024 funding opportunities, please visit americanskin.org today.

American Student Assistance Receives Anthem Awards Gold and Silver Medals for the Free EvolveMe Digital Career Readiness Platform That Helps Teens Acquire the Skills They Need for Success After High School

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Friday, February 2, 2024

Organized by the Webby Awards, the Anthem Awards is the largest and most comprehensive social impact award.

Key Points: 
  • Organized by the Webby Awards, the Anthem Awards is the largest and most comprehensive social impact award.
  • "We're honored to have received two Anthem Awards for EvolveMe, co-designed with kids and part of ASA's ecosystem of digital resources that have engaged and impacted more than 15 million teens.
  • These tasks involve many different engaging formats, such as watching videos and taking quizzes, playing games, and completing mini-lessons or quests.
  • They can also track their progress and accomplishments through fun and dynamic visuals with the platform.

Unprecedented Achievement: AvAir Secures Top Spot as Parts Supplier of the Year for the Fourth Consecutive Time

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

CHANDLER, Ariz., Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- For the fourth consecutive year, AvAir, an inventory solutions provider for the aviation aftermarket, was awarded the No. 1 position on Airline Economics' Aviation 100 "Parts Supplier of the Year" award, recognizing the company as a top leader in the industry with an impeccable reputation.

Key Points: 
  • CHANDLER, Ariz., Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- For the fourth consecutive year, AvAir , an inventory solutions provider for the aviation aftermarket, was awarded the No.
  • 1 position on Airline Economics' Aviation 100 "Parts Supplier of the Year" award, recognizing the company as a top leader in the industry with an impeccable reputation.
  • Additionally, AvAir has continued to hire new team members in a variety of departments in both the Arizona and Ireland offices.
  • With an unmatched financial purchasing capability, AvAir looks to continue to grow its pool of inventory throughout this year and beyond.

Unprecedented Achievement: AvAir Secures Top Spot as Parts Supplier of the Year for the Fourth Consecutive Time

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, January 30, 2024

CHANDLER, Ariz., Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- For the fourth consecutive year, AvAir, an inventory solutions provider for the aviation aftermarket, was awarded the No. 1 position on Airline Economics' Aviation 100 "Parts Supplier of the Year" award, recognizing the company as a top leader in the industry with an impeccable reputation.

Key Points: 
  • CHANDLER, Ariz., Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- For the fourth consecutive year, AvAir , an inventory solutions provider for the aviation aftermarket, was awarded the No.
  • 1 position on Airline Economics' Aviation 100 "Parts Supplier of the Year" award, recognizing the company as a top leader in the industry with an impeccable reputation.
  • Additionally, AvAir has continued to hire new team members in a variety of departments in both the Arizona and Ireland offices.
  • With an unmatched financial purchasing capability, AvAir looks to continue to grow its pool of inventory throughout this year and beyond.