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Simmons University Institute for Inclusive Leadership Announces Helen G. Drinan Visionary Leader Award winner, Thasunda Brown Duckett

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Thursday, March 14, 2024

BOSTON, March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Simmons University Institute for Inclusive Leadership , a global authority on leadership, gender equity, and inclusion, is pleased to announce the 2024 recipient of the Helen G. Drinan Visionary Leader Award winner, Thasunda Brown Duckett.

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  • BOSTON, March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Simmons University Institute for Inclusive Leadership , a global authority on leadership, gender equity, and inclusion, is pleased to announce the 2024 recipient of the Helen G. Drinan Visionary Leader Award winner, Thasunda Brown Duckett.
  • The Visionary Leader Award, given in honor of Simmons University's eighth president, Helen G. Drinan is awarded annually to a leader who embodies the Institute's mission to manifest equity in leadership and create a more inclusive workforce.
  • "I am delighted that the Institute for Inclusive Leadership is honoring a leader who has excelled in the financial services industry.
  • Having spent twenty years in banking, I know firsthand how challenging it is to break into executive leadership," said Helen G. Drinan, President Emerita, Simmons University.

Syncro Names MSP Veteran Dee Zepf as Chief Product Officer

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

Syncro, a leading B2B SaaS company serving the managed service provider (MSP) software market, today announced the appointment of Dee Zepf as chief product officer.

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  • Syncro, a leading B2B SaaS company serving the managed service provider (MSP) software market, today announced the appointment of Dee Zepf as chief product officer.
  • With over 20 years as a technology executive, Zepf has extensive experience in product management, specifically within the MSP market.
  • Prior to joining Syncro, Zepf served as VP of product at Sense, where she was instrumental in delivering key product improvements using AI and machine learning to enhance the user experience.
  • Earlier in her career, Zepf served as senior director of product management at Care.com, IBM, and Bowstreet where she led product management for high growth product lines.

Care.com Report Reveals Workplace Common Ground: Care Benefits

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

However, Care.com’s 2024 Future of Benefits Report , released today, reveals that there is common ground to be found in this battle: care benefits.

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  • However, Care.com’s 2024 Future of Benefits Report , released today, reveals that there is common ground to be found in this battle: care benefits.
  • Employers invest in benefits that drive productivity and help recruit and retain talent, and the majority of employer respondents report that child care and senior care benefits deliver on those goals.
  • Family Care Benefits Meet Employers’ Business Objectives and Workers’ Needs:
    The majority of HR leader respondents agree that care benefits help meet their objectives, reporting that both child care benefits and senior care benefits have a positive impact on employee productivity (82% and 78%, respectively).
  • In fact, employers ranked child care and senior care benefits among the top benefits they are prioritizing in 2024, with 56% prioritizing child care benefits (up from 46% in 2023), and 50% prioritizing senior care benefits (up from 43% in 2023).

CORAVIN, INC. APPOINTS DAVE KRUPINSKI AS NEW CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

BOSTON, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Coravin, Inc., the global leader in wine preservation technology, announced today that Dave Krupinski, former Chief Operating Officer and Chief Technology Officer, will take over as Chief Executive Officer and join Coravin's Board of Directors.

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  • Renowned Technology Leader Takes the Helm, Charting Coravin's Course for the Future
    BOSTON, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Coravin , Inc., the global leader in wine preservation technology, announced today that Dave Krupinski, former Chief Operating Officer and Chief Technology Officer, will take over as Chief Executive Officer and join Coravin's Board of Directors.
  • Krupinski, a seasoned executive with over 25 years of experience, has played a key role in advancing Coravin's technology, supply chain, and fulfillment capabilities.
  • In his role as CEO, Krupinski will work closely with the executive team to shape the company's strategic direction.
  • "We are excited to announce Dave Krupinski as the new CEO of Coravin," said Greg Lambrecht, Coravin founder and inventor.

Families looking for Private Caregivers: Teamcarepal.com Among Top 5 Websites

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- 

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  • Introducing a game-changer in personalized care: Teamcarepal, along with four other online platforms, connects families with dedicated private caregivers.
  • Comprehensive Background Checks: To ensure safety and trust, TeamCarepal conducts thorough background checks on all caregivers, giving families peace of mind.
  • Community-Driven Approach: By fostering a community of users, TeamCarepal facilitates the exchange of advice, stories, and support among families and caregivers, enriching the overall experience.
  • In conclusion, the journey to find the right private caregiver for your family can be complex and emotionally charged.

Annual Care.com Report Reveals Rising Childcare Costs Deplete the Incomes and Savings of American Families

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024

Additionally, and meaningfully, household income is not the only source of funding parents are using to pay for childcare.

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  • Additionally, and meaningfully, household income is not the only source of funding parents are using to pay for childcare.
  • “A healthy economy depends upon the ability for people to save and spend, but given the crushing weight of childcare costs, those pillars are crumbling.
  • More than three-quarters of parents who responded (79%) anticipate they’ll be impacted this year by fallout from the childcare cliff.
  • Parents Demand Solutions From 2024 Presidential Candidates:
    With rising costs and shrinking availability, it’s not surprising that childcare is top of mind for parents this election year.

Final Entry Deadline Extended in the 18th Annual Stevie® Awards for Sales & Customer Service

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Thursday, January 25, 2024

FAIRFAX, Va., Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Stevie® Awards, organizer of the world's premier business awards programs, has extended the final entry deadline for the 2024 (18th annual) Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service. Entry kits and complete details about the competition are available at http://www.StevieAwards.com/Sales.

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  • FAIRFAX, Va., Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Stevie® Awards, organizer of the world's premier business awards programs, has extended the final entry deadline for the 2024 (18th annual) Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service .
  • The 18th Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service feature more than 150 sales awards, customer service awards, business development awards, new product awards, thought leadership, and solution provider awards categories.
  • The original final entry deadline was January 24, but, by popular demand, entrants may now submit nominations through February 21.
  • The Stevie Awards for Sales & Customer Service feature more than 150 sales awards, customer service awards, business development awards, new product awards, thought leadership, and solution provider awards categories.

OHAI.AI LAUNCHES AI VIRTUAL ASSISTANT TO REVOLUTIONIZE HOME AND PERSONAL ORGANIZATION IN SUPPORT OF CHIEF HOUSEHOLD OFFICERS

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Monday, January 22, 2024

NEW YORK, Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ohai.ai, a platform leveraging AI to revolutionize caregiving and improve the lives of families, launches today led by Sheila Lirio Marcelo, Founder and former CEO of Care.com. Ohai.ai has raised $6 million in a seed financing round co-led by Eniac Ventures and LifeX Ventures.

Key Points: 
  • Ohai.ai's AI virtual assistant, O, aims to revolutionize home and personal organization, alleviating the mental load of Chief Household Officers.
  • "Balancing family and career has been an ongoing challenge in my life," said Lirio Marcelo, Co-founder and CEO of Ohai.ai.
  • Based on feedback from numerous Chief Household Officers, Ohai is priced affordably at under $30 per month.
  • O can help shoulder the cognitive load so you are no longer solely responsible for managing the family calendar and to-do list.

Intelligent Artifacts Appoints Ryan Safarian as CTO to Scale Dual-Use AI Technology Across Public and Private Sectors

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

NEW YORK, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Intelligent Artifacts, a NYC-based tech startup and leading provider of trustworthy and responsible AI solutions, announced today the addition of Ryan Safarian as CTO to their expanding leadership team. This key hire aligns with the company's strategic direction to expand the application of its dual-use technology at enterprise scale across both the public and private sectors.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Intelligent Artifacts, a NYC-based tech startup and leading provider of trustworthy and responsible AI solutions, announced today the addition of Ryan Safarian as CTO to their expanding leadership team.
  • This key hire aligns with the company's strategic direction to expand the application of its dual-use technology at enterprise scale across both the public and private sectors.
  • "I'm thrilled to be joining this phenomenal team at this pivotal stage in their growth.
  • "Intelligent Artifacts' commitment to delivering trusted AI aligns with my passion for working with disruptive technologies that make a meaningful impact.

Care.com Appoints Bill Chase General Manager, Consumer

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Monday, December 11, 2023

Care.com, the largest online platform for finding and managing family care, today announced that Bill Chase has been appointed General Manager, Consumer.

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  • Care.com, the largest online platform for finding and managing family care, today announced that Bill Chase has been appointed General Manager, Consumer.
  • In this capacity, Mr. Chase will have strategic and sales oversight for the Company’s consumer operations including childcare, senior care, pet care, home care, Care.com HomePay, and out of home care services.
  • While at Bellhop, he was responsible for overall revenue growth, marketplace P&L, and growing both the customer base and field workforce.
  • Previously, he was General Manager of Koddi, a provider of marketing management software in the travel and hospitality industry, and Senior Vice President, Marketing for DentalPlans.com.