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Proactive Worldwide Welcomes Two Strategic Hires to Enhance Its Competitive Intelligence Operations

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Monday, October 30, 2023
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SCHAUMBURG, Ill., Oct. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In a strategic move to accommodate the increased demand for their competitive research and analysis services, Proactive Worldwide (PWW) is thrilled to announce the onboarding of two new senior analysts, Heather Yoder and Avery Ekman. These latest hires reflect PWW's commitment to offer the finest expertise in the competitive intelligence sector.

Key Points: 
  • These latest hires reflect PWW's commitment to offer the finest expertise in the competitive intelligence sector.
  • Dr. Heather Yoder shifted from the medical field into the realm of pharmaceutical competitive intelligence.
  • Her experience spans over 10 years, with remarkable achievements in primary and secondary research, analysis, as well as project management.
  • Their combined expertise will further ensure that our clients continue to receive actionable insights and value, backed by extensive research and analysis."

Six Goulston & Storrs Attorneys Named to Lawdragon's 2024 Leading 500 U.S. Dealmakers

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Monday, October 30, 2023
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Over the past five years alone, he has been lead counsel on more than $3 billion in M&A transactions.

Key Points: 
  • Over the past five years alone, he has been lead counsel on more than $3 billion in M&A transactions.
  • His clients include private and public company sellers, PE firms, strategic acquirers, entrepreneurs, and a broad range of technology companies.
  • Kaden is co-chair of Goulston & Storrs' Corporate Group and serves on numerous firm committees.
  • Sherrier serves on the ABA's Private Target Study Working Group, which publishes the Private Target Mergers & Acquisitions Deal Points Study.

Alignment Healthcare Medicare Advantage Plan Named to U.S. News & World Report 2024 Best Insurance Companies for Medicare Advantage in North Carolina for Second Consecutive Year

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023
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RALEIGH, N.C. and ORANGE, Calif., Oct. 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alignment Healthcare, Inc. (NASDAQ: ALHC) today announced that its North Carolina plan has been named a 2024 Best Insurance Company for Medicare Advantage (MA) in the state by U.S. News & World Report for the second consecutive year.

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  • RALEIGH, N.C. and ORANGE, Calif., Oct. 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alignment Healthcare, Inc. (NASDAQ: ALHC) today announced that its North Carolina plan has been named a 2024 Best Insurance Company for Medicare Advantage (MA) in the state by U.S. News & World Report for the second consecutive year.
  • Alignment Health Plan is one of only three MA plans in North Carolina to earn the U.S. News “Best” rankings badge .
  • This recognition comes on the heels of Alignment’s North Carolina HMO achieving an overall 4.5- out of 5-star rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services for 2024.
  • “We are proud to be named a Best Insurance Company for Medicare Advantage in North Carolina from U.S. News & World Report for the second consecutive year,” said Dawn Maroney, president, markets of Alignment Healthcare and CEO of Alignment Health Plan.

The Op Games Launches CLUE®: Squishmallows Edition

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023
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CARLSBAD, Calif., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Usaopoly (The Op), the board game and puzzle publisher behind iconic licensed games and best-selling party games Telestrations®, Blank Slate™, and Hues and Cues™, today launched a new, plush-inspired version of a classic mystery game with CLUE®: Squishmallows Edition, under license from leading toy and game company Hasbro, adding to an already impressive line of licensed Squishmallows games. As the holiday season quickly approaches, the new game makes for the perfect gift for fans on the lookout for new ways to squish, collect, and squad up with their favorite Squishmallows.

Key Points: 
  • In CLUE®: Squishmallows Edition, someone crashed the squad's sharing party, and now Winston's mac n' cheese is missing!
  • "Following the successful launch of MONOPOLY®: Squishmallows Edition last fall, we're so excited to be expanding our lineup of licensed Squishmallows games yet again with the addition of CLUE®: Squishmallows Edition," said Dane Chapin, CEO of The Op.
  • To complete your ultimate collection, The Op Games also offers MONOPOLY®: Squishmallows Edition (MSRP: $59.99), SPOT IT®: Squishmallows (MSRP: $14.99) and Squishmallows "#Share My Squad" 1000 Piece Puzzle (MSRP: $17.99).
  • To learn more about the games and The Op, visit www.TheOp.Games , and follow along on social ( @TheOpGames ) for more on the latest game announcements and launches.

Patrick K. McBrien joins UBS Private Wealth Management in New York City

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Friday, October 20, 2023
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UBS today announced that Patrick K. McBrien has joined the firm as a Managing Director and Private Wealth Advisor in New York City.

Key Points: 
  • UBS today announced that Patrick K. McBrien has joined the firm as a Managing Director and Private Wealth Advisor in New York City.
  • They join the UBS Manhattan Market, led by Chris DiMuria, and will be based in the New York Private Wealth Management office located at 299 Park Ave, managed by Chris Amo and Bob Sorrentino.
  • “On behalf of UBS, we’re pleased to welcome Patrick and his team to the firm,” said Chris Amo, New York PWM Market Director at UBS Private Wealth Management.
  • Errico Partners has been recognized as an industry leading private wealth team whose focus is to help clients navigate dynamic markets.

Backroads Announces Next Generation of Leadership with Avery Hale Smith Named Executive Vice President; Sean Harrington Assumes Role as Chief Operating Officer

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023
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BERKELEY, Calif., Oct. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Backroads, the leader in active travel, today announced an expansion of its top management with the promotion of Avery Hale Smith to Executive Vice President. Hale Smith joined Backroads in 2020 to head up the Sales and Guest Experience departments after previous leadership roles in new business development and customer experience at EVERFI and ClearPoint Strategy. Her adventurous spirit and uncompromising values—both traits she inherited from her entrepreneurial father, Backroads Founder, President and CEO Tom Hale—flourished and matured throughout her childhood and are helping to drive innovation across the company. "I've been lucky enough to grow up alongside Backroads and watch its evolution over time," said Hale Smith. "I'm looking forward to continuing to work with my dad, learning from him and helping guide Backroads into the future as we continue to grow and strive for excellence in all areas of the company." 

Key Points: 
  • Hale Smith joined Backroads in 2020 to head up the Sales and Guest Experience departments after previous leadership roles in new business development and customer experience at EVERFI and ClearPoint Strategy.
  • "I've been lucky enough to grow up alongside Backroads and watch its evolution over time," said Hale Smith.
  • "My passion has always centered on active travel, and returning to Backroads truly feels like coming home," said Harrington.
  • The addition of Hale Smith and Harrington adds depth to a visionary leadership team at a time of unprecedented growth for the company.

James Avery Artisan Jewelry Launches 2023 Christmas Collection

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Monday, October 9, 2023
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KERRVILLE, Texas, Oct. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- James Avery Artisan Jewelry, a family-owned jewelry retailer based in Texas, is excited to announce its Christmas Collection. The collection features traditional James Avery classic designs, including a new Blue Bell Ice Cream® charm and other Texas-inspired designs, plus new colorful and whimsical styles that celebrate the season.

Key Points: 
  • KERRVILLE, Texas, Oct. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- James Avery Artisan Jewelry, a family-owned jewelry retailer based in Texas, is excited to announce its Christmas Collection.
  • "Our new Christmas collection combines timeless James Avery designs with a touch of holiday magic, making them the ideal expression of your sentiments," says James Avery Chief Product and Revenue Officer Karina Dolgin.
  • James Avery has expanded the Don't mess with Texas collection and the new charm is a hand-enameled red, blue and sterling silver barrel.
  • As customers search for that special something to surprise their loved ones with this Christmas, James Avery's Christmas collection offers a range of options that suit different tastes and styles.

AI Platform Built by Teachers, for Teachers, Class Companion Raises $4 Million to Tap Into the Power of Practice

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Thursday, October 5, 2023
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SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Class Companion, a new AI platform that empowers teachers to give instant, personalized feedback to students, publicly launched today with $4 million in seed funding. The round was led by Index Ventures, with participation from the OpenAI Startup Fund, and notable angels including renowned operator and advisor Gokul Rajaram, Managing Director of Otherwise Fund Terrence Rohan, and AI luminary Andrej Karpathy, founding Research Scientist at OpenAI and former Senior Director of AI at Tesla. Funds will be used to improve the teacher experience and expand the team as teachers use their expertise to shape the AI to help students learn in new and exciting ways.

Key Points: 
  • "If we want to use AI to improve education, we need more teachers at the table," said Avery Pan, Class Companion co-founder and CEO.
  • "Class Companion is designed by teachers, for teachers , to harness the most sophisticated AI and improve their classroom experience.
  • "Class Companion is a gamechanger," said Peter Paccone, a teacher at San Marino High School and advisor to Class Companion.
  • "Avery and the team have built trust with teachers, students, and parents, delighting them with an easy-to-use and effective platform for personalized feedback."

The Avery Companies to Offer Financing and Letters of Credit to Rural Broadband Providers Receiving Federal and State Subsidies

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023
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Benjamin A. Friedman, Managing Partner of The Avery Companies, "We believe that access to reliable, high-speed internet is a fundamental right.

Key Points: 
  • Benjamin A. Friedman, Managing Partner of The Avery Companies, "We believe that access to reliable, high-speed internet is a fundamental right.
  • Through this initiative, we aim to bridge the digital divide by supporting broadband providers in reaching more remote and underserved communities."
  • The Avery Companies will provide tailored financing solutions and letters of credit designed to meet the unique needs and challenges faced by rural broadband providers that receive Federal or State subsidies.
  • LOC – Letter of Credit for Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program (BEAD)
    Broadband providers operating in rural areas are encouraged to apply.

The Avery Companies to Offer Financing and Letters of Credit to Rural Broadband Providers Receiving Federal and State Subsidies

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023
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BIRMINGHAM, Mich., Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Avery Companies, a privately held investment holding company, have announced a new initiative aimed at supporting broadband providers that operate in rural and underserved areas.

Key Points: 
  • BIRMINGHAM, Mich., Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Avery Companies, a privately held investment holding company, have announced a new initiative aimed at supporting broadband providers that operate in rural and underserved areas.
  • Recognizing the importance of equal access to digital services and high-speed internet, The Avery Companies are committed to empowering providers with the necessary financial resources to expand and enhance broadband services in these regions.
  • Through this initiative, we aim to bridge the digital divide by supporting broadband providers in reaching more remote and underserved communities," said Benjamin A. Friedman, Managing Partner of The Avery Companies.
  • The Avery Companies will provide tailored financing solutions and letters of credit designed to meet the unique needs and challenges faced by rural broadband providers that receive federal or state subsidies.