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Sonic Automotive Announces Promotion of Harry Harden to Chief Human Resources Officer

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Thursday, January 11, 2024
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Sonic Automotive, Inc. (“Sonic’’ or the “Company”) ( NYSE:SAH ), a Fortune 500 Company and one of the nation’s largest automotive and powersports retailers, today announced the promotion of Harry Harden to Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), effective January 1, 2024.

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  • Sonic Automotive, Inc. (“Sonic’’ or the “Company”) ( NYSE:SAH ), a Fortune 500 Company and one of the nation’s largest automotive and powersports retailers, today announced the promotion of Harry Harden to Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), effective January 1, 2024.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240111647824/en/
    Harry Harden first joined Sonic Automotive in 2001 as the company’s Vice President of Human Resources.
  • Harden left Sonic Automotive in 2015 to work for RFJ Auto Partners and rejoined the Sonic family in 2021 when the company acquired RFJ Auto Partners.
  • “The opportunity to rejoin this leadership team and continue my career with Sonic Automotive was something I could not have imagined nor declined,” said Harry Harden, CHRO of Sonic Automotive.

HanesBrands and the Georgia Institute of Technology Extend Long-Term Apparel Partnership

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024
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HanesBrands (NYSE:HBI), the world’s largest supplier of collegiate fan apparel, and the Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech), announced they have signed a multiyear extension of their current apparel partnership that gives HanesBrands exclusive rights to Georgia Tech fanwear in the mass retail channel.

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  • HanesBrands (NYSE:HBI), the world’s largest supplier of collegiate fan apparel, and the Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech), announced they have signed a multiyear extension of their current apparel partnership that gives HanesBrands exclusive rights to Georgia Tech fanwear in the mass retail channel.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240110190101/en/
    HanesBrands, the world’s largest supplier of collegiate fan apparel, and the Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech), announced they have signed a multiyear extension of their current apparel partnership that gives HanesBrands exclusive rights to Georgia Tech fanwear in the mass retail channel.
  • “We are proud to extend our partnership with Georgia Tech where we’ve enjoyed a long and successful relationship,” said John Fryer, HanesBrands President of Licensed Sports Apparel.
  • HanesBrands, a global apparel company, is renowned for its world-class, in-house design expertise, manufacturing proficiency and commitment to sustainability.

Auburn University Applied Research Institute to oversee $50 million Army advanced manufacturing project -- the largest research contract in university history

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Thursday, January 11, 2024
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AUBURN, Ala., Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- How much is Auburn University's advanced manufacturing expertise worth to the U.S. Army?

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  • AUBURN, Ala., Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- How much is Auburn University's advanced manufacturing expertise worth to the U.S. Army?
  • That's the total of a new three-year project — the single largest prime research contract ever awarded to Auburn University —  designed to help the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Aviation & Missile Center boost its increasing modernization efforts.
  • "Our main objective is to enable the Army to incorporate advanced manufacturing materials and methods into existing and future aviation and missile systems," said Robert Dowling, AUARI director of research development.
  • "It goes without saying, but this is a significant accomplishment for Auburn's research enterprise and our Applied Research Institute," Taylor said.

Following in his steps: Praising Harold Franklin's legacy, Auburn University commemorates 60 years of integration

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024
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The group also included a number of Auburn's "firsts," like the families of Harold Franklin, Josetta Brittain Matthews and James Owens.

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  • The group also included a number of Auburn's "firsts," like the families of Harold Franklin, Josetta Brittain Matthews and James Owens.
  • "Auburn is a better institution for Harold Franklin's bravery," said Taffye Benson Clayton, vice president and associate provost for inclusion and diversity at Auburn.
  • Six years after his integration, Gossom said he wrote down a New Year's resolution: "to attend and play football at Auburn University."
  • And it shows present-day Black students and students of color, but all students that Auburn does believe in you now.

Sterne Kessler Elects Six New Directors in 2024

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Thursday, January 4, 2024
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox is proud to announce that six attorneys have been elected to the directorship effective January 1, 2024.

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  • WASHINGTON, Jan. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox is proud to announce that six attorneys have been elected to the directorship effective January 1, 2024.
  • "It is an honor to congratulate our six new directors on this well-deserved milestone.
  • Read more about Sterne Kessler's new directors:
    David W. Haars , is a member of Sterne Kessler's Electronics Practice Group.
  • He regularly represents both complainants and respondents across a wide range of technologies in Section 337 investigations before the ITC.

Financial Advisor Stephen Freeman Joins Citizens Wealth Management and LPL’s Institution Services Platform

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023
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SAN DIEGO, Dec. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LPL Financial LLC announced today that financial advisor Stephen Freeman, AIF®, has joined Citizens Wealth Management, the wealth management and financial planning division of Citizens Bank & Trust, and has onboarded to the LPL Institution Services platform.

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  • SAN DIEGO, Dec. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LPL Financial LLC announced today that financial advisor Stephen Freeman, AIF®, has joined Citizens Wealth Management, the wealth management and financial planning division of Citizens Bank & Trust, and has onboarded to the LPL Institution Services platform.
  • The bank focuses on serving the community by providing quality financial services while delivering exceptional client experiences.
  • Citizens Bank & Trust established Citizens Wealth Management in 2006, and Freeman joins financial advisors Wes Alred and Scott Belgard and registered sales assistant Kelly Waldrop.
  • “LPL has been privileged to help Citizens Bank & Trust, its leadership and advisors grow their wealth management services and capabilities.

Lifestyle expert offers tips on how to have a happy, healthy holiday

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023
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DeBellis is an expert in the use of lifestyle changes, including eating patterns, physical activity, sleep and stress management, as preventative medicine and treatment for chronic conditions.

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  • DeBellis is an expert in the use of lifestyle changes, including eating patterns, physical activity, sleep and stress management, as preventative medicine and treatment for chronic conditions.
  • DeBellis holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice and is a certified professional of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine.
  • Ultimately, we want to practice healthy lifestyle choices year-round to improve our immune system and overall health.
  • These healthy lifestyle choices include getting regular exercise, following a micronutrient rich healthy eating plan, getting quality sleep, managing stress, improving social connections, quitting smoking and reducing our alcohol intake.

Meijer Now Offering SNAP Participants a Discount on Milk Purchases

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023
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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In an effort to increase access to healthy food and beverages, Midwest retailer Meijer is now offering SNAP participants special discounts on select milk products.

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  • GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In an effort to increase access to healthy food and beverages, Midwest retailer Meijer is now offering SNAP participants special discounts on select milk products.
  • The milk discounts apply for purchases made online and in-store at all Meijer supercenters, neighborhood markets and Express locations, and will remain in effect until March 30, 2024.
  • In addition to the new 20 percent off milk discounts for SNAP participants, Meijer is also continuing to offer a 10 percent discount on SNAP purchases of qualifying produce thanks to a waiver granted by the U.S. Department of Agriculture last year, and free Home Delivery for SNAP customers.
  • Through Add Milk, which provides a 20 percent discount on skim and 1 percent milk purchased with SNAP dollars, Meijer will expand its support of SNAP families in stretching their food dollars."

Stone-Goff Portfolio Company MojoTech Adds Independent Board Member

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023
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Stone-Goff Partners ("SGP”), a growth-oriented private equity firm focused on tech-driven business-to-business services companies, today announced the appointment of Dan O’Keefe to the Board of Directors of MojoTech, a premier custom fintech software development agency and a portfolio company of SGP.

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  • Stone-Goff Partners ("SGP”), a growth-oriented private equity firm focused on tech-driven business-to-business services companies, today announced the appointment of Dan O’Keefe to the Board of Directors of MojoTech, a premier custom fintech software development agency and a portfolio company of SGP.
  • He also served as part of the management committee and Board of Directors.
  • MojoTech is a 100% US-based software development company specializing in fintech product development, application modernization, machine learning, AI engineering, and UI/UX design.
  • "Dan’s experience and expertise brings immediate benefits to MojoTech as the company continues to identify opportunities for both organic and strategic growth," said Laurens Goff, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of SGP.

NextFlex Announces $6.5 Million in Funding for Flexible Hybrid Electronics Innovations in Extreme Environments and Sustainability

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
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Project Call 8.0 emphasizes projects that address critical hybrid electronics manufacturing challenges, enabling the transition of FHE devices into applications that require superior performance and assured reliability.

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  • Project Call 8.0 emphasizes projects that address critical hybrid electronics manufacturing challenges, enabling the transition of FHE devices into applications that require superior performance and assured reliability.
  • Project Call 8.0 also focuses on using hybrid electronics manufacturing processes and materials to improve environmental sustainability in electronics manufacturing.
  • GE Research and Binghamton University for developing and demonstrating the reliability of additively packaged microelectromechanical systems inertia measurements units for harsh environments.
  • Iowa State University for validation and technology maturation of real-time process monitoring and control for aerosol jet printed electronics.