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MCNY Announces Industry Executive Chet Dalzell of Digital Advertising Alliance to Serve as 2024 Club President

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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NEW YORK, April 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Veteran public relations and public affairs executive Chet Dalzell, senior vice president of operations and participant engagement of Digital Advertising Alliance – the home of the “AdChoices” program, is named new president of Marketing Club of New York (MCNY), the Board of Directors has announced.

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  • NEW YORK, April 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Veteran public relations and public affairs executive Chet Dalzell, senior vice president of operations and participant engagement of Digital Advertising Alliance – the home of the “AdChoices” program, is named new president of Marketing Club of New York (MCNY), the Board of Directors has announced.
  • In tandem, corporations in the marketing community will serve as sponsors for the club, enabling support for the non-profit organization’s programming, networking, awards recognition and marketing education activities.
  • What we have in common – we all care about integrity, ethics, and results, while bringing along the next generation of marketing professionals.
  • We opened 2024 – for the 18th year – with our popular, insight-laden Annual Outlook event with Bruce Biegel of Winterberry Group.

The Southport CoLAB Community Lecture Series to Host Fairfield County’s Sneak Peek Screening and Panel Discussion for ‘Hopeville: How to Win the Reading Wars’

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
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The screening will take place Thursday, April 25, at 6:30 p.m. at the Bijou Theatre in Bridgeport, Connecticut, and serves as the Fairfield County sneak peek of the film.

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  • The screening will take place Thursday, April 25, at 6:30 p.m. at the Bijou Theatre in Bridgeport, Connecticut, and serves as the Fairfield County sneak peek of the film.
  • A panel discussion featuring Connecticut’s leading voices on literacy and learning differences will immediately follow the screening.
  • The documentary explores literacy in the U.S. and the solution of implementing evidence-based reading instruction in classrooms across the country.
  • The film features several Connecticut-based experts, including Dr. Benjamin N. Powers, founder and executive director of The Southport CoLAB and The Southport School .

Ørsted Proposes New Connecticut Offshore Wind Farm to Power State’s Clean Energy Future, Drive Job Creation

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
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Connecticut’s offshore wind leader Ørsted today announced submission of its proposed project, Starboard Wind, to the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection.

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  • Connecticut’s offshore wind leader Ørsted today announced submission of its proposed project, Starboard Wind, to the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection.
  • Ørsted’s proposed 1,184-megawatt (MW) Starboard Wind project would deliver clean and reliable offshore wind power to Connecticut at stable and predictable pricing for decades.
  • Ørsted and Eversource are currently building Revolution Wind, Connecticut’s first offshore wind farm, marshaling the project out of State Pier.
  • Revolution Wind will deliver 304 MW of clean, affordable offshore wind power to Connecticut and another 400 MW to Rhode Island, powering more than 350,000 New England homes.

Major Nationwide Research Findings on Faculty and Student Mindset to be Presented at the 2024 American Educational Research Association (AERA) Annual Meeting

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
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NEW YORK, March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Researchers from the Association of College and University Educators (ACUE) will present new faculty and student impact findings at the 2024 American Educational Research Association (AERA) Annual Meeting, the world's largest gathering of education researchers and a showcase for groundbreaking, innovative studies, April 11-14 in Philadelphia. This new research was selected by AERA for the rigor of its methodology and meaningfulness of the findings.

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  • This new research was selected by AERA for the rigor of its methodology and meaningfulness of the findings.
  • "Realizing Faculty Potential: Impacts of Faculty Development on Faculty's Mindsets and Self-Efficacy" will be presented on Saturday, April 13, from 7:45 to 9:15 a.m.
  • This study, funded through a research grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, investigated the effectiveness of professional development courses focusing on faculty self-efficacy and mindset growth.
  • Faculty were surveyed four times over two years, including using mindset items originally developed by noted researcher Carol Dweck.

Marriott Bonvoy Celebrates Passion of Sports Fans With Game Day Rituals Campaign and Contest Ahead of NCAA March Madness Tournament

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024
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BETHESDA, Md., Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Marriott Bonvoy® is celebrating its eighth year as the Official Hotel Partner of the NCAA® and the 2024 March Madness® tournament with the launch of its "Score Big with Marriott Bonvoy Game Day Rituals" campaign and contest. Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International's extraordinary portfolio of over 30 hotel brands, award-winning travel program, and endless experiences, has a brand for every type of fan.

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  • Highlighting the passionate enthusiasm of sports fans, Marriott Bonvoy's "Game Day Rituals" campaign features a variety of NCAA athletes2, coaches, and fans as they prepare for games at various Marriott Bonvoy hotels.
  • "Our Game Day Rituals campaign encapsulates the exceptional travel experiences that Marriott Bonvoy provides for travelers, from sports fans to players and coaches alike," said Mandy Gill, Vice President, Continent Marketing, Marriott International.
  • Ahead of the March Madness tournament, Marriott Bonvoy hotels are gearing up to host fans and players alike for their game day getaways.
  • 1The Marriott Game Day Rituals Survey was conducted by Wakefield Research (wakefieldresearch.com) among 1,000 U.S. sports fans with a game day ritual.

2023 in Review: Healthcare Triumphs and the Top Five Trends Shaping Healthcare in 2024

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
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Bamboo Health , the leader in Real-Time Care Intelligence™, today announced the release of the company’s 2023 Annual Impact Report, outlining the transformative achievements of top healthcare organizations and introducing five key healthcare trends expected in 2024.

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  • Bamboo Health , the leader in Real-Time Care Intelligence™, today announced the release of the company’s 2023 Annual Impact Report, outlining the transformative achievements of top healthcare organizations and introducing five key healthcare trends expected in 2024.
  • In 2023, Bamboo Health impacted 1 billion patient encounters, involving 2,500 hospitals, 8,000 post-acute facilities, 25,000 pharmacies, 32 health plans, 50 state governments and 1 million providers.
  • Jeff Smith, Bamboo Health’s CEO, credited the company's success to its focus on integrating the entire spectrum of patient health needs.
  • To learn more about Bamboo Health’s 2023 successes and the anticipated trends for 2024, view the Annual Impact Report .

Plastics Hall of Fame Announces Class of 2024 Inductees

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Thursday, February 1, 2024
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MINNEAPOLIS, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Seventeen new members will be honored at the Class of 2024 induction ceremony on Sunday, May 5, 2024, in the Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, FL.

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  • Seventeen new Plastic Hall of Fame members will be honored at the Class of 2024 induction ceremony on Sunday, May 5, 2024, in the Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, FL.
  • MINNEAPOLIS, Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Seventeen new members will be honored at the Class of 2024 induction ceremony on Sunday, May 5, 2024, in the Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, FL.
  • Established in 1972, the Plastics Hall of Fame has grown to 236 members representing nine countries, which include five Nobel Prize winners in chemistry.
  • The Plastics Hall of Fame recognizes the outstanding achievements of such individuals and inspires those entering the industry around the world.

Four Life Sciences Companies Announce Expansions in Connecticut

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023
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NEW HAVEN, Conn., Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- AdvanceCT announced today that four life sciences companies are expanding their operations in Connecticut, including MannKind Corporation, Millstone Medical (formerly MycoScience), ReST Therapeutics, and Revalia Bio.

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  • Connecticut's Life Sciences Industry Booms as Four Companies Announce Expansions, with One Choosing Connecticut for U.S. Market Entry
    NEW HAVEN, Conn., Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- AdvanceCT announced today that four life sciences companies are expanding their operations in Connecticut, including MannKind Corporation, Millstone Medical (formerly MycoScience), ReST Therapeutics, and Revalia Bio.
  • The $10 million investment in the expanded facility, which is expected to be operational in Q2 2024 and includes a cleanroom, will allow Millstone to offer a variety of new services to life sciences companies in Connecticut.
  • "Connecticut's life sciences industry has boomed in recent years," said John Bourdeaux, President and CEO of AdvanceCT.
  • "Our state's successes in the life sciences field are thanks in no small part to higher education partners such as Yale University and UConn," said Tim Miller, Senior Director of Business Development, Life Sciences at AdvanceCT.

Celebrating Innovation and Intellectual Property: IPO Education Foundation Gears Up for the Annual Awards Celebration Honoring Inventor of the Year, Executive of the Year, IP Champion, and Inspiration Award

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023
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Celebrating accomplishments in the fields of innovation, creativity, and intellectual property.

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  • Celebrating accomplishments in the fields of innovation, creativity, and intellectual property.
  • Dr. Laurencin is being honored as the 50th Inventor of the Year for his pioneering contributions in the field of Regenerative Engineering.
  • The IP Champion Award recognizes extraordinary leadership in advocating for the value of IP to stimulate the progress of innovation.
  • The December 6 Awards Celebration promises to be an evening of networking and celebration, bringing together thought leaders, industry professionals, and stakeholders committed to advancing the fields of IP, creativity, and innovation.

Avangrid Annual Hackathon Invests in the Next Generation of Clean Energy Talent

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023
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Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE: AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, recently celebrated the energy industry’s next generation of talent during its annual Clean Energy Hackathon.

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  • Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE: AGR), a leading sustainable energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, recently celebrated the energy industry’s next generation of talent during its annual Clean Energy Hackathon.
  • “Leading change requires us to invest in the talent that drives it,” said Pedro Azagra, Avangrid CEO.
  • “The Hackathon is an important way for us to engage with current students and help to develop the future clean energy workforce.
  • “The Hackathon was an excellent opportunity for us to immerse ourselves in the challenges of the wind energy landscape,” said Chaturvedi from Yale’s second-place team.