Saint Louis University

“No Code” Hackathon for Social Change Attracts Diverse Talent, Embracing Equity and Justice

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
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ST. LOUIS, March 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WE WIN Together Week is proud to announce the inaugural "'No Code' Hackathon for Social Change," scheduled virtually from April 1-21, 2024, with an onsite option for teams in St. Louis during the homestretch of April 20 and 21. Hosted by WIN Network, Communities RISE Together, Well-being and Equity in the World, and Harris-Stowe State University, this groundbreaking event will harness the collective creativity of diverse teams to address systemic injustices prevalent in communities across the US and globally.

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  • Hackathon participants will work together to prototype ideas that champion changemakers and rectify the systemic inequalities perpetuated by barriers such as racism, sexism, classism, and caste.
  • The "No Code" Hackathon welcomes individuals from diverse backgrounds; no coding expertise required.
  • A series of speakers during the week of April 8-12 will provide valuable insights and guidance to support participants in their journey toward social change.
  • Focused on tackling structural racism and inequities, the hackathon will explore various areas, including healthcare, education, social services, transportation, and beyond.

Conor Kelly, CFP®, Joins Prime Capital Investment Advisors

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
Asset Management, Professional Services, Finance, Series, Saint Louis University, PCIA, Small business, Financial services

Prime Capital Investment Advisors (PCIA) proudly announces that Conor Kelly has joined the firm as an equity partner and financial advisor, bringing over two decades of dedicated financial planning and investment strategy experience to the growing Kansas City team.

Key Points: 
  • Prime Capital Investment Advisors (PCIA) proudly announces that Conor Kelly has joined the firm as an equity partner and financial advisor, bringing over two decades of dedicated financial planning and investment strategy experience to the growing Kansas City team.
  • "Conor's career embodies a relentless commitment to excellence in financial planning and an unwavering dedication to his clients," said Glenn Spencer, chief executive officer at Prime Capital Investment Advisors.
  • We are excited to have Conor on board and are confident in the positive impact he will make on our clients and the community."
  • Kelly attended Saint Louis University, where he obtained an Honors Business Administration degree with an emphasis in Finance.

The Standard Hires James Gilligan, Lauren Davi and Mathew Nesbitt as Regional Vice Presidents in Retirement Plans

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Finance, Professional Services, Fintech, Insurance, Human Resources, The Standard, St. Bonaventure University, Pension, Standard, Villanova University, Multimedia, Knowledge, Davi, Saint Louis University, FINRA, Financial adviser

The Standard welcomes three new regional vice presidents in Retirement Plans — James Gilligan, Lauren Davi and Mathew Nesbitt.

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  • The Standard welcomes three new regional vice presidents in Retirement Plans — James Gilligan, Lauren Davi and Mathew Nesbitt.
  • Each has in-depth knowledge of the retirement plans industry and embodies the company’s customer-centric values.
  • He has 30 years of experience in the retirement plan and financial services industry, with previous roles as regional director, managing director and sales consultant.
  • “Lauren, James and Mathew each demonstrate our company’s commitment to building and nurturing relationships as well as doing what matters for our customers,” said Jason Burlie, vice president of Retirement Plan Sales at The Standard.

Hubert Benitez, D.D.S., Ph.D., Named 23rd President of Saint Peter's University

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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JERSEY CITY, N.J., March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Saint Peter's University Board of Trustees today announced the appointment of Hubert Benitez, D.D.S., Ph.D., as the 23rd president of Saint Peter's University. He will begin his appointment on July 1, 2024.

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  • Hubert Benitez, D.D.S., Ph.D., has been appointed as the 23rd president of Saint Peter's University.
  • The Saint Peter's University Board of Trustees unanimously selected Dr. Benitez to succeed Eugene J. Cornacchia, Ph.D., who is retiring in June after 17 years as president.
  • JERSEY CITY, N.J., March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Saint Peter's University Board of Trustees today announced the appointment of Hubert Benitez, D.D.S., Ph.D., as the 23rd president of Saint Peter's University.
  • "I want to thank the Board of Trustees for the distinction of being appointed president of Saint Peter's University.

Walgreens Boots Alliance Names Lanesha Minnix Executive Vice President and Global Chief Legal Officer

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Monday, February 26, 2024
Legal, Pharmaceutical, General Health, Health, Specialty, Professional Services, Discount, Variety, Retail, University, Pharmacy, EVP, Multimedia, ELC, Marketing, Shell USA, MBA, WBA, Executive Committee, K&L Gates, Ecolab, Walgreens Boots Alliance, Saint Louis University, ABM Industries, Flowserve, Management

Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (Nasdaq: WBA) today named Lanesha Minnix the company’s executive vice president (EVP) and global chief legal officer.

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  • Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (Nasdaq: WBA) today named Lanesha Minnix the company’s executive vice president (EVP) and global chief legal officer.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240226589815/en/
    Lanesha Minnix named global chief legal officer, Walgreens Boots Alliance (Photo: Business Wire)
    Minnix, who will report to WBA CEO Tim Wentworth and serve on his Executive Committee, will oversee the company’s global legal, compliance, corporate governance and corporate security functions.
  • “Lanesha is a widely respected leader and legal expert, and we are thrilled to welcome her to WBA in this important role,” said Wentworth.
  • Earlier this month, the company announced the appointment of Manmohan Mahajan as EVP and global chief financial officer, Elizabeth Burger as EVP and chief human resources officer and Mary Langowski as EVP and president, U.S. Healthcare.

Diane Sullivan, Executive Chairman at Caleres, to Receive Two Ten's Bob Campbell Lifetime Achievement Award

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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BOSTON, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Two Ten Footwear Foundation today announced that Diane Sullivan, executive chairman of the board at Caleres, will be presented with the 2024 Bob Campbell Lifetime Achievement Award at Two Ten's annual Gala in June.

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  • Diane Sullivan, Executive Chairman of the Board at Caleres, to be honored with the Two Ten Footwear Foundation's Bob Campbell Lifetime Achievement Award
    BOSTON, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Two Ten Footwear Foundation today announced that Diane Sullivan, executive chairman of the board at Caleres, will be presented with the 2024 Bob Campbell Lifetime Achievement Award at Two Ten's annual Gala in June.
  • Bob never forgot the hardships he faced in his youth and was a fierce advocate for the Two Ten mission.
  • This award, presented only once every five years, recognizes an individual who has shown extraordinary leadership and deep compassion—just as Bob did.
  • Sullivan will receive the 2024 Bob Campbell Lifetime Achievement Award at the Two Ten Annual Gala in New York City on June 4, 2024.

Dallas Dermatology Partners Named Among D Magazine's 2023 Best Doctors

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
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DALLAS, Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dallas Dermatology Partners proudly recognizes all five partners for being peer-selected among D Magazine's best dermatologists in Dallas for 2023.

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  • DALLAS, Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dallas Dermatology Partners proudly recognizes all five partners for being peer-selected among D Magazine's best dermatologists in Dallas for 2023.
  • The final list is selected by their peers, who are other practicing physicians in Dallas, and represents the most "esteemed, exceptionally skilled, and compassionate" Dallas doctors.
  • Meet the Dallas Dermatology Partners included on this year's roster.
  • Dr. Melissa Costner holds the distinction among Dallas Dermatology Partners as the doctor with the longest record— 19 years — of being named among the area's "Best Doctors" list.

WE WIN Together Week Returns: Being Better Ancestors in Turbulent Times

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024
Well, Narrative, WIN, Ageing, Education, Courage, Greater St. Louis, Health, National Urban League, Saint Louis University, WIN Television, Knowledge, Mental health, Community, Housing, Public

ST. LOUIS, Feb. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Three leading networks, WIN Network, Communities RISE Together, and Well-being and Equity in the World, are thrilled to announce WE WIN Together Week 2024: Being Better Ancestors in Turbulent Times. The annual gathering will unite changemakers from the grassroots to the grasstops during a week-long collaboration at Saint Louis University in St. Louis, MO, USA, April 22 to 25, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • ST. LOUIS, Feb. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Three leading networks, WIN Network , Communities RISE Together, and Well-being and Equity in the World , are thrilled to announce WE WIN Together Week 2024: Being Better Ancestors in Turbulent Times .
  • #WEWINTogether Week will assemble hundreds of multigenerational, diverse change leaders from the grassroots to the grasstops across the nation to imagine what it means to be better ancestors in a polarized world.
  • These changemakers have already shown that it is possible to create real change in our communities.
  • We are excited to be welcoming our community partners from across the nation to reflect on what it means to be better ancestors.

SightMD Welcomes J. Kevin Belville, MD to its expert team

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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HAUPPAUGE, Md., Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- SightMD, a leading multi-specialty ophthalmology platform in New York, welcomes J. Kevin Belville, MD to its expert team.

Key Points: 
  • SightMD, a leading multi-specialty ophthalmology platform in New York, welcomes J. Kevin Belville, MD to its expert team.
  • HAUPPAUGE, Md., Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- SightMD, a leading multi-specialty ophthalmology platform in New York, welcomes J. Kevin Belville, MD to its expert team.
  • Dr. J. Kevin Belville is a board-certified ophthalmologist who completed his residency as Chief Resident at Cornell Medical Center at the New York-Presbyterian Columbia University Hospital in New York City.
  • SightMD is actively seeking ophthalmology professionals who are interested in joining our outstanding team.

College Cliffs Names the 10 Most Beautiful Stained Glass Art on College Campuses

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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NASHVILLE, Tenn., Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Recognizing the value of age-old history and visual masterpiece rolled into one, College Cliffs has cataloged the ten most stunning stained glass art found on college campuses in the United States.

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  • NASHVILLE, Tenn., Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Recognizing the value of age-old history and visual masterpiece rolled into one, College Cliffs has cataloged the ten most stunning stained glass art found on college campuses in the United States.
  • Popular in Europe between the 1150s and 1500s, stained glass art made windows of beautiful antique churches even more exquisite.
  • Today, modern stained glass art is produced as intricate artwork in 3D sculptures, murals, and domed ceilings.
  • "However, more than this, stained glass windows showcased in college churches are created for spiritual reasons."