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Attain Partners Names New Managing Director: Alanna Steffens

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

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MCLEAN, Va., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Attain Partners, a leading management and technology consulting firm, announced today the promotion of Alanna Steffens to Managing Director. In her role, Ms. Steffens leads the Salesforce Delivery Excellence team at Attain Partners, providing exceptional client services including planning, implementation, process improvement, change management, and managed services.

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MCLEAN, Va., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Attain Partners , a leading management and technology consulting firm, announced today the promotion of Alanna Steffens to Managing Director.
In her role, Ms. Steffens leads the Salesforce Delivery Excellence team at Attain Partners, providing exceptional client services including planning, implementation, process improvement, change management, and managed services.
Ms. Steffens leads the Salesforce Delivery Excellence team at Attain Partners, providing exceptional client services.
"It is an honor to lead our exceptional team of talented Salesforce experts," said Alanna Steffens, Managing Director.

Films BYkids Returns to Public Television with Four New Films by Young Filmmakers beginning November 1 Featuring Emmy Nominee Ashley Judd as Narrator

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Films BYkids, a collaboration between The WNET Group and the non-profit organization BYkids, pairs accomplished filmmakers with youth from around the world to create short, personal documentaries that encourage understanding about universal issues and help foster empathy and global citizenry. With U.N. Goodwill Ambassador and Emmy- and Golden Globe-nominated actress Ashley Judd returning as series narrator, this fourth season of Films BYkids follows young people from diverse cultures who share their individual experiences with war and displacement, mental health issues, climate change and sustainable agriculture. This new season of the four-part documentary series premieres nationally on public television beginning Wednesday, November 1 (check local listings). The series premieres in the New York Metro area on November 6 on WLIW21 and November 11 at 7 p.m. on THIRTEEN.

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This new season of the four-part documentary series premieres nationally on public television beginning Wednesday, November 1 ( check local listings ).
"The films and accompanying resources provide teachers with tools to enrich and expand their students' cross-cultural awareness and understanding."
"These films and their educational materials are designed to inspire a new generation of change makers," said Holly Carter, Founder and Executive Director of BYkids.
"Our educational tools help young people understand complex global issues through the shared stories of their peers.

NEXTGEN TV Expected to Surpass 10 Million Installed Devices in US Consumer Homes During 2023 Holiday Season With Launch of New York City Market

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Pearl TV, the consortium of U.S. broadcast companies leading the nation's transition to NEXTGEN TV, and its network partners today spotlighted new milestones for NEXTGEN TV receivers and announced details of Pearl TV broadcasters' national holiday advertising campaign. On the eve of the Pepcom Holiday Spectacular!, where the consumer benefits of NEXTGEN TV will be highlighted, Pearl also applauded the collaborative efforts of New York City broadcasters launch of NEXTGEN TV, expanding the nationwide reach of NEXTGEN TV to 70% of American viewers and underscoring its momentum for broadcasters and consumers alike.

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in New York City to help promote and educate consumers on the many options they have when it comes to NEXTGEN TV.
And we praise New York City broadcasters for their collaboration and technical determination in bringing the standard to the country's largest television market."
Broadcasters have launched NEXTGEN TV service in New York City and surrounding areas—the number one television market in the county encompassing approximately 7.73 million TV households according to industry rankings.
Now broadcasting in more than 70 markets, NEXTGEN TV powered by ATSC 3.0 is expected to reach over 70% of U.S. television households in 2023.

Major New York City Broadcasters Launch NEXTGEN TV in Nation's Largest Market on October 16

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Monday, October 16, 2023

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NEW YORK, Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The future of TV is coming to New York. Beginning October 16, viewers in the #1 television market in the country will be able to receive six local channels broadcasting NEXTGEN TV over-the-air: WCBS (2), WLIW (21), WMBQ-CD (46), WNBC (NBC 4), WNET (13), and WNJU (Telemundo 47). WLIW21 will host ATSC 3.0 for all participating stations by carrying its own signal and simulcasts from the other partner stations in a market that boasts a population of over 7.7 million TV households, according to the 2023 Nielsen DMA Rankings. All channels will be carried by WLIW21, but they will appear on their originally assigned local station lineups on all NEXTGEN TV receivers.

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Beginning October 16, viewers in the #1 television market in the country will be able to receive six local channels broadcasting NEXTGEN TV over-the-air: WCBS (2), WLIW (21), WMBQ-CD (46), WNBC (NBC 4), WNET (13), and WNJU (Telemundo 47).
All channels will be carried by WLIW21, but they will appear on their originally assigned local station lineups on all NEXTGEN TV receivers.
NEXTGEN TV is designed to enhance the best of local broadcasting with the digital technology of broadband and create an improved and compelling experience for viewers.
Viewers with a NEXTGEN TV supported television or device will be able to receive enhanced services.

Consuelo Mack WealthTrack: Focuses on investment and retirement strategies for the new era of higher interest rates, inflation and geopolitical unrest.

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Thursday, June 29, 2023

NEW YORK, June 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A new era of higher interest rates, elevated inflation, plus rising geopolitical tensions is upending the winning investment strategies of the last decade. With the advice of top money managers and financial advisors Consuelo Mack WealthTrack will help individuals meet their long-term goals of financial security. Season 19 premieres nationwide on public television beginning Friday, June 30 (check local listings).

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NEW YORK, June 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A new era of higher interest rates, elevated inflation, plus rising geopolitical tensions is upending the winning investment strategies of the last decade.
With the advice of top money managers and financial advisors Consuelo Mack WealthTrack will help individuals meet their long-term goals of financial security.
And personal finance guru, Christine Benz will join us to discuss "all weather" investment strategies to help retirees survive turbulent markets.
"The financial assumptions of the last decade or more have been dramatically altered by higher inflation, elevated interest rates and the disruptions caused by deglobalization" says Mack.

Public Television Brings Playful Summer Learning to Kids Nationwide with Season 4 of Camp TV

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Wednesday, June 28, 2023

NEW YORK, June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The WNET Group's commitment to providing innovative, educational programming for kids and families continues with the return of the award-winning Camp TV public television series. Season 4 of the series, aimed at kids ages 5–9, is led by a brand-new Head Counselor: actress and singer Nzingha "Zing" Ashford. The new season introduces 10 joyful new half-hour episodes, joining the collection of 50 episodes and 500+ segments from previous seasons that are available to stream on camptv.org.

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NEW YORK, June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The WNET Group's commitment to providing innovative, educational programming for kids and families continues with the return of the award-winning Camp TV public television series.
Season 4 of the series, aimed at kids ages 5–9, is led by a brand-new Head Counselor: actress and singer Nzingha "Zing" Ashford.
"Camp TV's mission is to prevent the summer learning slump in a fun and accessible way," said Sandra Sheppard, executive producer of Kids' Media & Education for The WNET Group.
The website invites kids and other users to explore the entire collection of Camp TV segments, episodes, related activities and more.

The WNET Group Examines New York State's Opioid Addiction and Overdose Crisis

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Thursday, February 16, 2023

NEW YORK, Feb. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The WNET Group is raising awareness of New York State's opioid addiction and overdose crisis with special programming and community engagement efforts in February, with the aim to draw attention to this public health crisis and community services available for those impacted by addiction.

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This Collaborative Effort with New York State Office of Addiction Services and Support (OASAS) Provides Original Content, Multimedia Resources, and more.
NEW YORK, Feb. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The WNET Group is raising awareness of New York State's opioid addiction and overdose crisis with special programming and community engagement efforts in February, with the aim to draw attention to this public health crisis and community services available for those impacted by addiction.
The WNET Group developed this effort in a collaboration with the New York State Office of Addiction Services and Support (OASAS), relying on their scientific and treatment expertise.
The New York State Office of Addiction Services and Support (OASAS) oversees one of the nation's largest addiction services systems with approximately 1,600 prevention, treatment and recovery programs.

James A. Attwood Jr. named Chair-Elect of The WNET Group Board of Trustees

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Wednesday, December 21, 2022

NEW YORK, Dec. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The WNET Group appointed James A. Attwood Jr. as Chairman-elect.

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NEW YORK, Dec. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The WNET Group appointed James A. Attwood Jr. as Chairman-elect.
He will begin a six-month term in January prior to succeeding Edgar Wachenheim III as Chairman of the Board of Trustees in June of 2023.
Attwood first joined The WNET Group Board of Trustees in 2021 and has served on executive, finance, nominating and governance, and strategy and sustainability committees.
Wachenheim has been Chairman of the Board of Trustees for the past five years and will be stepping down in 2023.

AARP The Magazine Announces Nominees for the Annual Movies for Grownups® Awards

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Thursday, December 15, 2022

WASHINGTON, Dec. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- AARP The Magazine today announced the nominees for the upcoming annual Movies for Grownups® (MFG) Awards, with Elvis, Everything Everywhere All at Once, The Fabelmans, Tár, Top Gun: Maverick, The Woman King and Women Talking contending for Best Picture/Best Movie for Grownups category. For more than two decades, AARP's Movies for Grownups program has championed movies for grownups, by grownups, by advocating for the 50-plus audience, fighting industry ageism, and encouraging films and TV shows that resonate with older viewers. The 21st annual MFG Awards ceremony will take place on Saturday, January 28, 2023, at the Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel, in Beverly Hills, California.

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For more than two decades, AARP's Movies for Grownups program has championed movies for grownups, by grownups, by advocating for the 50-plus audience, fighting industry ageism, and encouraging films and TV shows that resonate with older viewers.
And we're thrilled that the Movies for Grownups Awards are back as a live event, celebrating a profusion of grownup masterworks we could scarcely have imagined when we started the awards decades ago."
Proceeds from the AARP Movies for Grownups Awards will benefit Wish of a Lifetime From AARP to help grant life-changing wishes for older adults and shift the way society views aging.
AARP also produces the nation's largest circulation publications: AARP The Magazine and the AARP Bulletin.

Jamie Lee Curtis to Receive the Career Achievement Honor at AARP The Magazine's 21st Annual Movies for Grownups® Awards

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Thursday, December 1, 2022

WASHINGTON, Dec. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- AARP The Magazine announced today that Jamie Lee Curtis will receive the 2022 Movies for Grownups® Career Achievement Award. Curtis — a critically acclaimed actress across film and television; a recipient of two Golden Globe® Awards, a British Academy Film Award, a People's Choice Award and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame; an Emmy® nominee; and the winner of the Golden Lion Career Honorary Award at the 78th Venice International Film Festival — will be honored at the 21st annual Movies for Grownups® (MFG) Awards ceremony on Saturday, January 28, 2023, in Beverly Hills, California.

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"Jamie Lee Curtis' longstanding, ever-increasing career shatters Hollywood's outmoded stereotypes about aging, and it exemplifies what AARP's Movies for Grownups program is all about," said AARP CEO Jo Ann Jenkins.
For more than two decades, AARP's Movies for Grownups program has championed movies for grownups, by grownups, by advocating for the 50-plus audience, fighting industry ageism, and encouraging films and TV shows that resonate with older viewers.
"It broke the box office," she told AARP, "and it starred a woman over 50.
Proceeds from the AARP Movies for Grownups Awards will benefit Wish of a Lifetime From AARP to help grant life-changing wishes for older adults and shift the way society views aging.