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Dental Care Alliance Names James Nick Chief Operating Officer

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Tuesday, July 18, 2023

SARASOTA, Fla., July 18, 2023  /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dental Care Alliance (DCA) is regarded as one of the largest, most supportive, and forward-thinking dental support organizations (DSOs) in the industry. That reputation begins with its patient-focused front-line office staff and exceptional providers who give so much to advance the practice of dentistry and provide exceptional patient care; and is supported by its service-minded Support Center team members.

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  • Dental Care Alliance (DCA) is regarded as one of the largest, most supportive, and forward-thinking dental support organizations (DSOs) in the industry.
  • SARASOTA, Fla., July 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dental Care Alliance (DCA) is regarded as one of the largest, most supportive, and forward-thinking dental support organizations (DSOs) in the industry.
  • James Nick, who previously served as Chief Revenue Officer, has been named Chief Operating Officer for DCA.
  • Dental Care Alliance is led by Jerry Rhodes, Chief Executive Officer.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of America Names Alison Avera as Chief Agency Growth Officer

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Monday, July 17, 2023

TAMPA, Fla., July 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBSA), the leading one-to-one youth mentoring organization in the United States, announces the appointment of Alison Avera as its Chief Agency Growth Officer.

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  • TAMPA, Fla., July 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBSA), the leading one-to-one youth mentoring organization in the United States, announces the appointment of Alison Avera as its Chief Agency Growth Officer.
  • Avera's appointment comes as a testament to her commitment to fostering growth and development in young individuals within the nonprofit sector.
  • "I am delighted to welcome Alison to the Big Brothers Big Sisters family as Chief Agency Growth Officer," said Artis Stevens, President and CEO of BBBSA.
  • As Chief Agency Growth Officer, Avera will lead key priorities within the organization's strategic plan, focused on reimagining growth and enhancing efficiency across all agencies and implementing innovative solutions to maximize our impact.

Neora Leadership Team Honored with Three DSN 40 Under 40 Awards

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Tuesday, July 11, 2023

DALLAS, July 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Neora, a leader in science-based, anti-aging skin care, hair care, and wellness products, today announced that Direct Selling News (DSN) named three members of the Neora leadership team to its 40 Under 40 list. The awards underscore the company's ability to navigate the changing landscape of direct selling with directors and C-suite members leading the charge to provide innovation and guidance that keep the company moving forward. The named Neora winners included Amber Olsen Rourke, CMO and co-founder, Juliana Rochelle, director of product development, and Uzma Azim, senior director of information technology.

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  • DALLAS, July 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Neora, a leader in science-based, anti-aging skin care, hair care, and wellness products, today announced that Direct Selling News (DSN) named three members of the Neora leadership team to its 40 Under 40 list.
  • The recognition provided through the recent DSN awards underscore the company's ability to inspire and innovate from every angle of the business.
  • Each of the Neora leaders named by the DSN 40 Under 40 award exemplify the company's mission to Make People Better.
  • The DSN 40 Under 40 awards are designed to bring attention corporate standouts helping to reshape the direct selling channel with an eye to the future.

The Inner Circle Acknowledges, Lori Ann Hertel, Ph.D., LCMFT as a Top Pinnacle Healthcare Professional in the field of Psychology

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Thursday, July 6, 2023

HAYS, Kan., July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Lori Ann Hertel, Ph.D., LCMFT, is acknowledged as a Top Pinnacle Healthcare Professional in the field of Psychology.

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  • HAYS, Kan., July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Lori Ann Hertel, Ph.D., LCMFT, is acknowledged as a Top Pinnacle Healthcare Professional in the field of Psychology.
  • Dr. Hertel began her pursuit of higher education at Fort Hays State University where she earned Bachelor's and Master's degrees.
  • She then completed a Doctor of Philosophy in Health Psychology at Walden University in 1989.
  • She was an evaluation therapist at Serenity Psychology Services & Consulting LLC in Hays, KS, and remains a licensed clinical marriage and family therapist.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of America Announces 2023 Alumni Hall of Fame Inductees

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Friday, June 30, 2023

TAMPA, Fla., June 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBSA), the preeminent one-to-one youth mentoring organization in the United States, announced its newest class of inductees to the BBBSA Alumni Hall of Fame. The BBBSA Alumni Hall of Fame honors former mentors ("Bigs") and mentees ("Littles"), who have experienced the transformative power of mentorship firsthand and continue to impact future generations.  

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  • TAMPA, Fla., June 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBSA), the preeminent one-to-one youth mentoring organization in the United States, announced its newest class of inductees to the BBBSA Alumni Hall of Fame.
  • The BBBSA Alumni Hall of Fame honors former mentors ("Bigs") and mentees ("Littles"), who have experienced the transformative power of mentorship firsthand and continue to impact future generations.
  • The ceremony was held during Big Brothers Big Sisters of America's annual 'Bigger Together' National Conference in Anaheim, California.
  • " says Artis Stevens, President and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of America Celebrates Exceptional Volunteers and Inspiring Youth Through 2023 Bigs and Littles of the Year

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Friday, June 30, 2023

TAMPA, Fla., June 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBSA), the preeminent one-to-one youth mentoring organization in the United States, announced the Bigs and Littles of the Year at the 2023 Bigger Together celebration, part of the organization's four-day national conference in Anaheim. Two volunteer mentors ("Bigs") and two youth ("Littles") were selected to represent the over 400,000 Bigs, Littles, and families participating annually.

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  • Two volunteer mentors ("Bigs") and two youth ("Littles") were selected to represent the over 400,000 Bigs, Littles, and families participating annually.
  • "These matches exemplify the profound impact of mentorship and connection, illustrating the extraordinary bonds formed daily through Big Brothers Big Sisters."
  • Big Brothers Big Sisters of America celebrates two incredible matches each year, nominated by their local agencies, to serve as the national representatives of Big Brothers Big Sisters.
  • Big Jose Carlos and Little Juan Carlos, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona
    "His family makes me feel welcome.

Old National Bank Launches in Metro Detroit Market

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Thursday, June 29, 2023

DETROIT, June 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (NASDAQ: ONB) – Old National Bank celebrated the opening of its first Metro Detroit-area commercial banking office in June with a launch event at the Detroit Athletic Center.

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  • DETROIT, June 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (NASDAQ: ONB) – Old National Bank celebrated the opening of its first Metro Detroit-area commercial banking office in June with a launch event at the Detroit Athletic Center.
  • Metro Detroit joins other major Old National markets in Michigan, including Ann Arbor, Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo.
  • Old National’s Metro Detroit Market President Rick Hampson will report to George Bailey, the company’s Michigan state executive.
  • “This builds upon the great work we are doing with our clients throughout Michigan, and the move into Metro Detroit represents a natural growth progression for the bank.”
    The Old National Metro Detroit team is comprised of:
    Rick Hampson, Metro Detroit Market President – Joined ONB in 2023 with 27+ years of commercial banking experience in large corporate syndicated banking and middle market banking.

Honoring Big Brothers Big Sisters: Wealth Garden Entertainment Presents an Unforgettable Juneteenth Celebration with NFL Star Darnay Holmes

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Thursday, June 29, 2023

LOS ANGELES, June 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Wealth Garden Entertainment, a leading entertainment marketing and event production company, hosted their 3rd Annual Juneteenth Celebration in Los Angeles.

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  • LOS ANGELES, June 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Wealth Garden Entertainment, a leading entertainment marketing and event production company, hosted their 3rd Annual Juneteenth Celebration in Los Angeles.
  • Partnering with non-profit Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, the exclusive event celebrated Black excellence and aimed to support mentorship programs for all ages.
  • "I am truly honored to be part of Wealth Garden Entertainment's Juneteenth Celebration.
  • This event is an opportunity to uplift and empower communities while supporting the impactful work of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America.

40,000 Participants in 18 Countries for the 14th Annual World's Largest Swimming Lesson™ are Joined by Disney World Resorts, Olympic Medalists and U.S. Marines

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Friday, June 23, 2023

OVERLAND PARK, Kan., June 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TEAM WLSL™, a global team of aquatic facilities and water safety organizations, coordinated by the World Waterpark Association (WWA), kicked off the first official weekend of summer with tens of thousands of kids on six continents all participating in the same global swimming lesson. In addition to sharing critical water safety skills, the lesson helps build awareness about the vital importance of teaching kids to swim to help prevent drowning.

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  • In the U.S., more drowning and near-drowning accidents take place in June and July than any other time period according to the CDC.
  • The upcoming 4th of July holiday also sees an increase in drowning accidents compared to other weeks during the summer.
  • "We want to make sure people are safer around the water and the best way to do that is swimming lessons."
  • Soundbites: Olympic Medalists Cullen Jones, Maritza McClendon and instructors on the importance of learning to swim.

NEARLY 17,000 FAMILIES COMMIT TO WATER SAFETY THIS SUMMER WITH GOLDFISH SWIM SCHOOL'S SAFER SWIMMER PLEDGE

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Thursday, June 15, 2023

TROY, Mich., June 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kicking off the summer swim season and reinforcing its dedication to water safety, Goldfish Swim School, the leading swim school franchise in North America, is "o-FISH-ally" rounding out its most successful Safer Swimmer Pledge campaign to date.

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  • TROY, Mich., June 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kicking off the summer swim season and reinforcing its dedication to water safety, Goldfish Swim School , the leading swim school franchise in North America, is "o-FISH-ally" rounding out its most successful Safer Swimmer Pledge campaign to date.
  • Goldfish Swim School's Third Annual Safer Swimmer Pledge , a commitment to following five golden rules of water safety, motivated a record 16,760 families throughout North America to commit to becoming safer swimmers ahead of the summer swimming season, which typically sees more drownings than any other time of year.
  • "Each year, the Safer Swimmer Pledge continues to grow, which speaks volumes about families' unwavering commitment to water safety," said Chris McCuiston, CEO and co-founder of Goldfish Swim School.
  • Along with local Goldfish families and safer swimmer advocates, we are dedicated to advocating for drowning prevention and creating safer summers for all families."