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Parker Health Announces the Appointment of Dr. Tushar Hazra as Chief Technology Officer, and Other Key Executive Personnel

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023

Parker Health, Inc, a prominent biotech company, is delighted to introduce Dr. Tushar Hazra as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO), leveraging his extensive expertise in digital technology within healthcare informatics, electronic health records, artificial intelligence, and data governance.

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  • Parker Health, Inc, a prominent biotech company, is delighted to introduce Dr. Tushar Hazra as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO), leveraging his extensive expertise in digital technology within healthcare informatics, electronic health records, artificial intelligence, and data governance.
  • Dr. Hazra joins Parker Health with an impressive background of 20+ years of expertise leading $500M+ dollars in digital transformation initiatives.
  • Additionally, we are pleased to welcome Michael Forde, Director of Public Health Innovation, and Clayton Tuckett, Director of Clinical Care Innovation.
  • "We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Hazra, Mr. Forde, and Mr. Tuckett to the Parker Health family.

The HBCU Founders Initiative and UNCF Host Better Futures Pitch Competition for Startup Founders from Historically Black Colleges and Universities

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Friday, April 21, 2023

WASHINGTON, April 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The HBCU Founders Initiative (HBCUFI), a startup accelerator and non-profit that works with founders at historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), and The United Negro College Fund (UNCF) , a philanthropic organization that funds scholarships for Black students and 37 HBCUs, have partnered to host the Better Futures competition .

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  • WASHINGTON, April 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The HBCU Founders Initiative (HBCUFI), a startup accelerator and non-profit that works with founders at historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs), and The United Negro College Fund (UNCF) , a philanthropic organization that funds scholarships for Black students and 37 HBCUs, have partnered to host the Better Futures competition .
  • Expected attendees at the Better Futures competition include founders, corporate executives, investors, government officials, university administrators, and HBCU faculty, students, and alumni from the DMV region.
  • "For early-stage startups, exposure to investors and potential enterprise customers is critical," Marlon Evans, President of the HBCU Founders Initiative said.
  • "We are excited to showcase HBCU founders, who often lack access to the resources necessary to scale their businesses, at the Better Futures competition."

Miguel McInnis Appointed as President and CEO of Coordinated Transportation Solutions

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Wednesday, April 5, 2023

Coordinated Transportation Solutions (CTS) , a nationally recognized leader in non-emergent medical transportation (NEMT), has appointed Miguel McInnis as the company's new president and CEO effective March 31, 2023.

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  • Coordinated Transportation Solutions (CTS) , a nationally recognized leader in non-emergent medical transportation (NEMT), has appointed Miguel McInnis as the company's new president and CEO effective March 31, 2023.
  • He has succeeded David White, CTS’ founder, president and CEO, who retired after 25 years.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230405005312/en/
    Coordinated Transportation Solutions (CTS) has appointed Miguel McInnis as the new president and CEO effective March 31, 2023.
  • I look forward to working with CTS’ outstanding staff, board and community partners to build on its 25 years of connecting people with care,” said McInnis.

ATHLYT and Urban Edge Network Team Up To Offer NIL Opportunities to the Gulf Coast Athletic Conference

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Monday, October 10, 2022

ATHLYT , a Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) platform that boasts, NIL For All, and Urban Edge Network (UEN), whose HBCU LeaguePass+ is bringing Historically Black College and University (HBCU) sports to fans worldwide, continue to create NIL opportunities for HBCU students, this time with for the student-athletes of the Gulf Coast Athletic Conference (GCAC).

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  • ATHLYT , a Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) platform that boasts, NIL For All, and Urban Edge Network (UEN), whose HBCU LeaguePass+ is bringing Historically Black College and University (HBCU) sports to fans worldwide, continue to create NIL opportunities for HBCU students, this time with for the student-athletes of the Gulf Coast Athletic Conference (GCAC).
  • This is a game changer, said CEO of Urban Edge Network Todd Brown.
  • We remain committed to creating NIL opportunities for all student-athletes, regardless of school, sport, or position, said Chief Brand Officer for ATHLYT Ray Austin.
  • Having carefully evaluated the opportunities for their student-athletes available in the NIL market, the Gulf Coast Athletic Conference decided on the ATHLYT/UEN partnership.

Black-Owned Gaming Collective, Cxmmunity Media, Launches Season Three of HBCU Esports League, Furthering Mission to Future-Proof Diversity in Gaming

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Wednesday, September 7, 2022

ATLANTA, Sept. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Cxmmunity Media, a Black-owned organization dedicated to future-proofing minority representation and equity in the gaming industry announces the third season of its HBCU Esports League. The new season kicks off on Tuesday, September 13th and invites promising student teams from 16 Historically Black Colleges and Universities to go head-to-head in a series of NBA 2K games. The top two teams will advance to the "Discover Bowl'' finals presented by Discover, for an opportunity to win a cash prize of $20,000. 

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  • Season three of the HBCU Esports League will air on Twitch.tv/cxmmunity starting Sept. 13, 2022, at 6:00PM EST and run for 22 weeks.
  • Despite the fact that 83% of Black teens identify as gamers, Black professionals are vastly underrepresented in the gaming category, only comprising 4% of the industry.
  • Since its inaugural season, the HBCU Esports League has drawn over 130 student participants from 35 Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
  • Cxmmunity Media is a collaborative team of innovative thinkers and doers dedicated to future-proofing diversity and equity in gaming through strategic partnerships, philanthropy, and entertainment.

Jordan C. Collier, MD, is recognized by Continental Who's Who

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Monday, August 29, 2022

NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y., Aug. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jordan C. Collier, MD, is being recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Distinguished Healthcare Professional in the Medical field and in acknowledgment of his exemplary work with CareMount Medical.

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  • NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y., Aug. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jordan C. Collier, MD, is being recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Distinguished Healthcare Professional in the Medical field and in acknowledgment of his exemplary work with CareMount Medical.
  • A board-certified internist with over 13 years of medical experience, Dr. Jordan Collier is in practice with CareMount Medical, which serves patients throughout Westchester County and the surrounding region.
  • A specialist in hospital medicine, Dr. Collier is affiliated with Northern Westchester Hospital in Mt.
  • In pursuit of his medical career, Dr. Collier obtained his Bachelor of Science degree from Oakwood University in 2003.

UNCF Issues New Research on “The HBCU Effect™”

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Wednesday, August 17, 2022

By uncovering HBCU truth through data and research, The HBCU Effect will illuminate how HBCUs yield a high return on investment by equipping their students, in particular first-generation students, with resources to close education and wealth gapstransforming generations, said Dr. Nadrea Njoku, director, Frederick D. Patterson Research Institute (FDPRI), UNCF.

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  • By uncovering HBCU truth through data and research, The HBCU Effect will illuminate how HBCUs yield a high return on investment by equipping their students, in particular first-generation students, with resources to close education and wealth gapstransforming generations, said Dr. Nadrea Njoku, director, Frederick D. Patterson Research Institute (FDPRI), UNCF.
  • This mixed-methods research brief adds to UNCFs ongoing effort to create a counter-narrative through our HBCU Effect research agenda.
  • In the summer of 2021, 1,761 Black HBCU alumni, 81% female and 19% male, participated in a 10-minute survey to conduct the research.
  • Learn more at UNCF.org or forcontinuousupdates and news, follow UNCF on Twitter at @UNCF .

Institutions Trust Jenzabar’s Solutions and Bold Vision to Ensure Student Success in a Changing Higher Education Landscape

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Tuesday, August 9, 2022

Jenzabar, Inc. , a leading technology innovator in higher education serving the new student, today announced that 16 institutions selected Jenzabar solutions in the second quarter of 2022.

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  • Jenzabar, Inc. , a leading technology innovator in higher education serving the new student, today announced that 16 institutions selected Jenzabar solutions in the second quarter of 2022.
  • In the second quarter of 2022, the American College of the Mediterranean and Paier College selected Jenzabar SONIS, Jenzabars modern student information system designed for specialized and growing institutions.
  • Were so excited that institutions continue to place their trust in Jenzabar solutions, said Ling Chai Maginn, Founder, President, and CEO of Jenzabar.
  • Over 1,350 higher educational campuses harness Jenzabar solutions for improved performance across campus and a more personalized and connected experience for the student.

The HBCU Founders Initiative and UNCF TechVentures Partner to Establish the HBCU Pre-Accelerator Program to Scale Entrepreneurial Education and Training Across HBCUs and Support Student-led Tech-Enabled Ventures

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Tuesday, July 26, 2022

The initiative will scale entrepreneurial education and training across HBCU campuses and provide dedicated support to on-campus pre-accelerator programs that support entrepreneurship and the launch of student-led ventures.

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  • The initiative will scale entrepreneurial education and training across HBCU campuses and provide dedicated support to on-campus pre-accelerator programs that support entrepreneurship and the launch of student-led ventures.
  • The program will culminate in a pitch competition where participants will be eligible to receive non-dilutive program awards in support of MVP development.
  • "In line with our commitment to provide entrepreneurial education to our students, Bowie State is excited to be chosen to participate in HBCUFI's Pre-Accelerator Program.
  • TechVentures immediately provided entrepreneurial education and training support to two cohorts of students through 2021 before establishing the partnership with HBCUFI, which has enabled UNCF to scale and expand the program offerings across HBCU campuses.

Barnes & Noble Education Continues to Deliver Rapid Growth Through Barnes & Noble College’s First Day® Complete, Its Innovative Equitable Access Course Material Delivery Model

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Wednesday, July 13, 2022

Course material costs are included as part of tuition or applied as a course charge, saving students an average of 35-50%.

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  • Course material costs are included as part of tuition or applied as a course charge, saving students an average of 35-50%.
  • In May 2022, through its proprietary research segment, Barnes & Noble College Insights, Barnes & Noble College conducted an online survey for all students who participated in the First Day Complete program during the Spring 2022 semester.
  • For the upcoming Fall term, Barnes & Noble College has already secured commitments from 112 campus stores to utilize First Day Complete, representing total undergraduate enrollment of approximately 547,000 students.
  • Barnes & Noble College, a Barnes & Noble Education company, currently operates more than 770 campus stores nationwide.