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New Balance President and CEO Joe Preston and Procter & Gamble-Gillette Vice President Karan Dyson to Deliver Commencement Addresses at Bentley University

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Friday, March 29, 2024
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WALTHAM, Mass., March 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- New Balance President and CEO Joe Preston will deliver the keynote address at Bentley University's 105th undergraduate commencement ceremony in May.

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  • WALTHAM, Mass., March 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- New Balance President and CEO Joe Preston will deliver the keynote address at Bentley University's 105th undergraduate commencement ceremony in May.
  • "Joe Preston and Karan Dyson represent values-led leadership that makes a positive impact in their industries and the communities they serve.
  • Joe Preston has demonstrated an innate understanding of the global consumer retail and manufacturing industry in his 29 years at New Balance.
  • Karan Dyson is an experienced engineering executive who has held leadership roles at Procter & Gamble for 27 years.

Cellipont Bioservices Appoints Edwin Beale as Chief Commercial Officer

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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THE WOODLANDS, Texas, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cellipont Bioservices, a leading cell therapy Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO), today announced the appointment of Edwin Beale as its new Chief Commercial Officer, effective immediately.

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  • THE WOODLANDS, Texas, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cellipont Bioservices, a leading cell therapy Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO), today announced the appointment of Edwin Beale as its new Chief Commercial Officer, effective immediately.
  • Edwin's leadership will be instrumental in further establishing Cellipont as a leading partner for CDMO services in the rapidly growing cell therapy market.
  • In his new role, Mr. Beale will oversee all commercial operations at Cellipont, playing a pivotal role in driving strategic growth and expansion.
  • I look forward to serving our clients and surpassing their expectations," said Edwin Beale, Chief Business Officer.

Conroe Family Law Office, The Bihm Law Firm, Awards $1,000 Scholarship to College Freshman

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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CONROE, Texas, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Known for their passionate representation of their clients, The Bihm Law Firm offers $1,000 to an incoming college freshman who has experienced and overcome conflict in their life. This worthwhile scholarship opportunity allows a student who is starting their collegiate journey with financial assistance as they seek a fulfilling college experience.

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  • Kashmere Miller, a Tuskegee University freshman, wins The Bihm Law Firm's $1,000 Conflict Conqueror Scholarship, supporting her journey toward becoming a veterinarian.
  • CONROE, Texas, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Known for their passionate representation of their clients, The Bihm Law Firm offers $1,000 to an incoming college freshman who has experienced and overcome conflict in their life.
  • Accordingly, The Bihm Law Firm is thrilled to announce Kashmere Miller , a freshman at Tuskegee University, as the first-ever winner of our Conflict Conqueror Scholarship for Spring 2024.
  • The Bihm Law Firm is proud to establish this scholarship for college students who go above and beyond in resolving a conflict.

Overcoming 'Otherness' in Scientific Research Commentary in Nature Human Behavior

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Friday, February 2, 2024
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Dr. Delgado explains further, "True scientific excellence requires all voices, and varied experiences and perspectives.

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  • Dr. Delgado explains further, "True scientific excellence requires all voices, and varied experiences and perspectives.
  • To harness the full potential of our society, we must recognize and actively address the biases that 'otherness' introduces into scientific research."
  • The commentary highlights the detrimental impact of 'otherness' in scientific methodologies and outcomes, particularly in health-related research.
  • For the full commentary, please visit Nature Human Behavior: https://www.nature.com/articles/s41562-024-01821-y

Honda Launches 'Drive the Legacy' Initiative to Advance its Long-term Commitment to HBCUs

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Thursday, January 25, 2024
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TORRANCE, Calif., Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Honda has launched a new, multifaceted initiative called "Drive the Legacy" to advance the company's longstanding commitment to Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and attract top talent to Honda careers.

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  • TORRANCE, Calif., Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Honda has launched a new, multifaceted initiative called "Drive the Legacy" to advance the company's longstanding commitment to Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and attract top talent to Honda careers.
  • This unique four-day experience provided TMCF scholars with educational and career development opportunities, as well as an immersion into Honda operations and culture.
  • "While the FASTRAC Program is just one example, it highlights the broader impact of Honda's commitment to HBCUs.
  • To advance its leading investment in HBCUs, Honda is a member of the HBCU Partnership Challenge, a Congressional Bipartisan HBCU Caucus initiative that brings together government, industry and HBCUs to create strategic, more sustainable HBCU partnerships.

LOWE'S INVITES COMMUNITIES TO NOMINATE PROJECTS FOR LOWE'S HOMETOWNS GRANT PROGRAM

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024
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MOORESVILLE, N.C., Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of Lowe's continued work to make communities better for all, the home improvement company is accepting project nominations for Lowe's Hometowns. Now in its third year, the five-year, $100 million impact program revitalizes community spaces including food pantries, veteran support programs, first responder facilities, affordable housing services and community gardens.

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  • Now through Feb. 19, people across the country are encouraged to go to Lowes.com/Hometowns to nominate a project to be part of Lowe's Hometowns.
  • This year, Lowe's associates will complete nearly 1,800 projects to improve their communities, including 100 signature grant projects selected through nominations and 1,700 selected by Lowe's associates.
  • "Lowe's Hometowns projects are helping to improve millions of lives across the country, and I'm excited to see the meaningful impact this program will make in 2024."
  • "This program creates a powerful and needed platform to build connections that serve to strengthen and benefit communities for years to come."

Dr. Lusharon Wiley Named Executive Director of the Equity Project Alliance, Working to Effect a More Equitable Northwest Florida

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024
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GULF BREEZE, Fla., Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dr. Lusharon Wiley, who for the past six years has led corporate culture, equity and inclusion efforts at Innisfree Hotels (innisfreehotels.com) as Vice President of Corporate Culture, has been appointed the new Executive Director of the Equity Project Alliance (EPA), working with local business leaders to effect sustainable change in Escambia County and northwest Florida.

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  • GULF BREEZE, Fla., Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dr. Lusharon Wiley, who for the past six years has led corporate culture, equity and inclusion efforts at Innisfree Hotels ( innisfreehotels.com ) as Vice President of Corporate Culture, has been appointed the new Executive Director of the Equity Project Alliance (EPA), working with local business leaders to effect sustainable change in Escambia County and northwest Florida.
  • Dr. Wiley has distinguished herself as a dynamic leader in her commitment to racial and social equity, and her experience and talents make her an exceptional person to lead the EPA.
  • "Dr. Wiley has distinguished herself as a dynamic leader in her commitment to racial and social equity, and her experience and talents make her an exceptional person to lead the EPA."
  • Since its inception, The EPA has sparked immersive conversations and hosted powerful speakers to promote transformative thinking and creative action.

Duck Creek Technologies’ Teaqoshawn Nelson Named to 2024 IBA Hot 100 List

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Monday, December 18, 2023
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BOSTON, Dec. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Duck Creek Technologies, the intelligent solutions provider defining the future of property and casualty (P&C) and general insurance, has earned recognition from Insurance Business America’s (IBA) Hot 100 list for 2024, which is proudly supported by ACORD.

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  • BOSTON, Dec. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Duck Creek Technologies, the intelligent solutions provider defining the future of property and casualty (P&C) and general insurance, has earned recognition from Insurance Business America’s (IBA) Hot 100 list for 2024, which is proudly supported by ACORD.
  • Teaqoshawn Nelson, a senior product marketing manager, has been named an honoree to the annual IBA list for her steadfast dedication and innovative work in the insurance industry, which spans almost twenty years.
  • For the ninth annual Hot 100 list , Insurance Business America invited insurance professionals from across the country to anonymously nominate hundreds of the most exceptional leaders in the industry.
  • The diverse backgrounds, experiences, and ideas of Duck Creek employees contribute to customer success and add value to the overall insurance ecosystem.”

Tuskegee University team is 2023 recipient of $100,000 IBM-SPIE HBCU Faculty Accelerator Award in Quantum Optics and Photonics

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023
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SPIE, the international society for optics and photonics , and the IBM-HBCU Quantum Center have selected a group of researchers and educators at Tuskegee University as this year’s recipient of the IBM-SPIE HBCU Faculty Accelerator Award in Quantum Optics and Photonics.

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  • SPIE, the international society for optics and photonics , and the IBM-HBCU Quantum Center have selected a group of researchers and educators at Tuskegee University as this year’s recipient of the IBM-SPIE HBCU Faculty Accelerator Award in Quantum Optics and Photonics.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231220166840/en/
    The team at Tuskegee University (left to right): Dimitar Dimitrov, Fan Wu, S. Keith Hargrove, and Akshaya Kumar.
  • “I’m looking forward to seeing how Tuskegee University continues to push boundaries and create additional opportunities for their students and community.”
    “Our team is very grateful to receive the IBM-SPIE HBCU Faculty Accelerator Award in Quantum Optics and Photonics,” said Dr. Kumar.
  • “We are excited to be introducing Tuskegee University students to the frontier area of quantum optics and photonics research.

Introducing Free Video Streaming App for WWII Documentaries

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Thursday, December 7, 2023
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SOUTH KINGSTOWN, R.I., Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The nonprofit World War II Foundation has released a free video streaming app with its library of award-winning, celebrity-narrated documentaries—the WWII Streaming Channel. The app offers 34 original films and counting to educate current and future generations on the values and sacrifices of those who served in World War II. It can be downloaded from all major app stores, including from Apple, Google, Roku, Amazon Fire TV and more. Featured films have aired globally and rank nationally in the top 5 most requested programs by PBS and Public Television affiliates.

Key Points: 
  • Get inspired and educated by personal tales from World War II with the new WWII Streaming Channel, a free app developed by the nonprofit World War II Foundation with 34 celebrity-narrated, award-winning documentaries.
  • Download the app in all major app stores, or watch the foundation's latest VR film, The Tuskegee Airmen, for free on YouTube VR and Oculus Quest.
  • SOUTH KINGSTOWN, R.I., Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The nonprofit World War II Foundation has released a free video streaming app with its library of award-winning, celebrity-narrated documentaries—the WWII Streaming Channel .
  • "The WWII Streaming Channel app and our Virtual Reality 360-degree films make the legacies of millions accessible to all."