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NPCC Appoints New Board Members Dedicated to Bulk Power System’s Reliability and Security in Northeast US and Canada

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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The Northeast Power Coordinating Council, Inc. (NPCC) has appointed two new members to its board of directors.

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  • The Northeast Power Coordinating Council, Inc. (NPCC) has appointed two new members to its board of directors.
  • He also has over 22 years’ experience managing technical teams in the fields of engineering and grid operations (distribution, transmission, and generation).
  • He currently sits on the board of the Association de l’Industrie Électrique du Québec (AIEQ).
  • Amanda Downey is a member of National Grid’s New England Leadership Team and serves as Vice President of Strategy Development and Partnerships.

FanDuel Makes Third $1 Million Donation to UNCF to Support Students from Ohio HBCUs

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Monday, January 22, 2024
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NEW YORK, Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- FanDuel, North America's premier online gaming company, today announced a $1 million donation supporting the UNCF (United Negro College Fund) whose mission is to build a robust and nationally recognized pipeline of under-represented students who, because of UNCF support, become highly qualified college graduates. The donation will financially support students at 10 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) across Ohio. FanDuel's latest donation is the third in three years, as the company has also helped to support UNCF's efforts in Virginia and Maryland. This latest support is timed to celebrate the one-year anniversary of the launch of mobile sports betting in Ohio.

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  • The donation will financially support students at 10 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) across Ohio.
  • FanDuel's latest donation is the third in three years, as the company has also helped to support UNCF's efforts in Virginia and Maryland.
  • This latest support is timed to celebrate the one-year anniversary of the launch of mobile sports betting in Ohio.
  • The first donation came in February 2021 when FanDuel Group and the Washington Commanders made a $1 million donation to UNCF to support students at Virginia's five HBCUs, and the second came in December 2022 when FanDuel Group donated an additional $1 million to support Maryland's four HBCUs.

Geopolitical Tensions Reshape Global Competitiveness: Insights from the 2023 IPS Rankings

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Friday, October 27, 2023
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Geopolitical Tensions Reshape Global Competitiveness:

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  • Geopolitical Tensions Reshape Global Competitiveness:
    Which countries are ranked the most competitive—and by what criteria?
  • On October 26, 2023, two internationally known Swiss-based organizations organized the Global Conference on National Competitiveness and Nation Brand 2023 to address these questions.
  • For instance, Canada, Australia, United Arab Emirates, China and New Zealand were the top five in 2023 IPS cost strategy rankings.
  • However, according to the 2023 IPS differentiation strategy rankings, Denmark, Switzerland, the Netherlands, Finland and Singapore ranked the highest.

Geopolitical Tensions Reshape Global Competitiveness: Insights from the 2023 IPS Rankings

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Friday, October 27, 2023
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Geopolitical Tensions Reshape Global Competitiveness:

Key Points: 
  • Geopolitical Tensions Reshape Global Competitiveness:
    Which countries are ranked the most competitive—and by what criteria?
  • On October 26, 2023, two internationally known Swiss-based organizations organized the Global Conference on National Competitiveness and Nation Brand 2023 to address these questions.
  • For instance, Canada, Australia, United Arab Emirates, China and New Zealand were the top five in 2023 IPS cost strategy rankings.
  • However, according to the 2023 IPS differentiation strategy rankings, Denmark, Switzerland, the Netherlands, Finland and Singapore ranked the highest.

New Program Gives High School Students Job Training and Placement in Allied Healthcare Careers

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Monday, October 23, 2023
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After a comprehensive and successful two-year pilot with more than 900 students, MedCerts has launched a training program for high school students to earn a nationally recognized credential in Allied Healthcare and Health IT careers.

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  • After a comprehensive and successful two-year pilot with more than 900 students, MedCerts has launched a training program for high school students to earn a nationally recognized credential in Allied Healthcare and Health IT careers.
  • The new program combines online training and, if needed as part of the certification, a residential experience in a healthcare setting guided by healthcare professionals.
  • For many students, securing a job right after high school with college credits in hand could make higher education more attainable.
  • MedCerts has opened the program to public and private schools for the 2023-24 school year, to be managed through career centers, vocational training, or existing healthcare training programs and academies.

CREC Real Estate Hires Michele Chadwell as Vice President of Human Resources

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
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COLUMBUS, Ohio, Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CREC Real Estate, LLC ("CREC"), a private equity real estate investment firm, today announced that Michele Chadwell has been hired as Vice President of Human Resources. Entering this new position at CREC, Chadwell will support recruitment and hiring efforts for the firm and its affiliate property management company, Fourth Street Residential, as part of CREC's expansion.

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  • COLUMBUS, Ohio, Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CREC Real Estate, LLC ("CREC"), a private equity real estate investment firm, today announced that Michele Chadwell has been hired as Vice President of Human Resources.
  • Entering this new position at CREC, Chadwell will support recruitment and hiring efforts for the firm and its affiliate property management company, Fourth Street Residential, as part of CREC's expansion.
  • Chadwell joins CREC with 17 years of leadership in human resources, which she gained as Director of Human Resources at Scioto Country Club, overseeing payroll, benefit administration, health and wellness initiatives, unemployment, recruitment and training for over 350 employees.
  • Chadwell holds an Associate's Degree in Financial Management from Columbus State Community College and a Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources from Franklin University.

Zoom Drain Opens New Franchise Location in North Houston, TX With Potential to Grow

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Tuesday, June 13, 2023
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HOUSTON, June 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Zoom Drain – a leading operator of drain and sewer services – opened its newest franchise in Spring, Texas on June 6, 2023. Located at 3336 Spring Stuebner Rd., Zoom Drain of North Houston will proudly serve Kingwood, Humble, Conroe and the surrounding areas. Currently, there are three Zoom Drain franchise locations in Texas, with 46 total nationwide.

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  • Located at 3336 Spring Stuebner Rd., Zoom Drain of North Houston will proudly serve Kingwood, Humble, Conroe and the surrounding areas.
  • Currently, there are three Zoom Drain franchise locations in Texas, with 46 total nationwide.
  • Zoom Drain provides around the clock residential and commercial service centering on drain and sewer cleaning, sewer pipe video inspections, grease trap maintenance and much more.
  • "We are thrilled to have Raymond Ledesma join the Zoom Drain team and bring their expert services to North Houston, TX," said Jim Criniti, CEO of Zoom Drain.

Interroll is committed to professional communication - New Head of Communications & Investor Relations

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Saturday, June 10, 2023
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Sant'Antonino, 06.06.2023 – Interroll is pleased to announce the appointment of Julia Weinhart as Head of Communications & Investor Relations.

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  • Sant'Antonino, 06.06.2023 – Interroll is pleased to announce the appointment of Julia Weinhart as Head of Communications & Investor Relations.
  • Interroll is committed to professional communication, associations and continues to focus on key topics such as ESG, digital channels, further enhancing the external & internal communication strategy.
  • As Head of Communications & Investor Relations, Julia will oversee all aspects of internal & external communication and investor relations.
  • Julia will work closely with the executive & local teams to align all communications efforts with the company`s strategic goals & objectives.

Christie Angel to Lead BroadView Talent Partners’ Midwest Office

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Wednesday, May 3, 2023
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A leader by example, Christie Angel has spent three decades engaging her community, building relationships, and advising leaders, all while transforming programs and organizations.

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  • A leader by example, Christie Angel has spent three decades engaging her community, building relationships, and advising leaders, all while transforming programs and organizations.
  • Next, this former Columbus CEO of the Year will bring her insight, experience, and perspective to BroadView Talent Partners, serving as Managing Partner of the executive search firm’s Midwest office in Columbus, OH.
  • “I got acquainted with Tracy and Broadview through a number of their local searches and was thoroughly impressed.
  • I am very excited about the changes right now within the field of executive search that are helping to diversify talent pools,” says Christie.

HanesBrands Appoints Mark Irvin to Board of Directors

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Monday, February 27, 2023
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HanesBrands Inc. (NYSE: HBI), a global leader in iconic apparel brands, today announced that Mark Irvin has been appointed to the company’s board of directors.

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  • HanesBrands Inc. (NYSE: HBI), a global leader in iconic apparel brands, today announced that Mark Irvin has been appointed to the company’s board of directors.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230227005259/en/
    HanesBrands Appoints Mark Irvin to Board of Directors (Photo: Business Wire)
    The company also announced that Bobby J. Griffin, a director since 2006, plans to retire from the board when his current term ends at the 2023 annual meeting of stockholders.
  • Irvin serves on the National Retail Federation Foundation board of directors.
  • “We’re thrilled to have a leader of Mark’s experience join our board,” said HanesBrands Board Chairman Ronald L. Nelson.