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Upwards Raises $21M in Series B Funding to Scale Childcare Solutions and Accelerate Impact for Families, Employers, and Communities Nationwide

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

With this latest round, the company's total funding reaches $43.3 million, making it one of the most notable investments in childcare companies in recent years.

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  • With this latest round, the company's total funding reaches $43.3 million, making it one of the most notable investments in childcare companies in recent years.
  • By partnering with government agencies at all levels, Upwards streamlines the entire childcare experience for caregivers and families, ensuring efficient subsidy distribution and removing barriers to quality care for families in need.
  • Upwards simplifies childcare benefits for companies, providing data-driven insights that showcase their impact on recruitment and retention.
  • By partnering with governments, Upwards connects eligible employees with subsidies, making childcare affordable through employer, employee, and state contributions.

James D'Cruz Joins Florida Association of Veteran Owned Businesses State-wide Board of Directors

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

ORLANDO, Fla., Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- James D'Cruz, associate from global law firm Greenberg Traurig, P.A.'s Orlando office, has been named a member of the Florida Association of Veteran Owned Businesses (FAVOB) state-wide board of directors, joining a team of officers comprising 15 members. In his role, D'Cruz will help further FAVOB's mission of creating opportunities to help veteran business owners thrive.

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  • 's Orlando office, has been named a member of the Florida Association of Veteran Owned Businesses (FAVOB) state-wide board of directors, joining a team of officers comprising 15 members.
  • In his role, D'Cruz will help further FAVOB's mission of creating opportunities to help veteran business owners thrive.
  • 's Orlando office , has been named a member of the Florida Association of Veteran Owned Businesses (FAVOB) state-wide board of directors, joining a team of officers comprising 15 members.
  • In his role, D'Cruz will help further FAVOB's mission of creating opportunities to help veteran business owners thrive.

Cory Simpson Appointed CEO of Institute for Critical Infrastructure Technology (ICIT)

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Thursday, November 30, 2023

The Institute for Critical Infrastructure Technology (ICIT), a Washington D.C. based 501(c)3 think tank, is honored to announce the appointment of national security executive Cory Simpson as its new Chief Executive Officer effective immediately.

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  • The Institute for Critical Infrastructure Technology (ICIT), a Washington D.C. based 501(c)3 think tank, is honored to announce the appointment of national security executive Cory Simpson as its new Chief Executive Officer effective immediately.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231130985232/en/
    The Institute for Critical Infrastructure Technology (ICIT) is honored to announce the appointment of national security executive Cory Simpson as its new Chief Executive Officer.
  • Mr. Simpson said, “I’m humbled and grateful for the opportunity to lead such an extraordinary organization.
  • Together, Mr. Eftekhari, Mr. Simpson, and Ms. Hunter will realize a vision for ICIT that places emphasis on the human impact of critical infrastructure security and resiliency.

Divine Healthcare Resident Don Takes Inspirational Journey with Badger Honor Flight to Washington DC

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

LODI, Wis., Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Divine Healthcare is thrilled to share the incredible journey of one of its own residents, Don, who recently participated in the Badger Honor Flight to Washington DC.

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  • LODI, Wis., Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Divine Healthcare is thrilled to share the incredible journey of one of its own residents, Don, who recently participated in the Badger Honor Flight to Washington DC.
  • Don, known as Divine's Resident Council Officer and Bingo Caller, applied to join the Badger Honor Flight approximately seven years ago, and his dream became a reality in 2023 when his application was accepted.
  • The trip, which took place on November 4th, 2023, marked the 51st flight for Badger Honor Flight and a significant milestone as the organization flew its 4,500th Veteran to the nation's capital.
  • The flight included 88 Veterans, along with their Guardians and devoted Badger Honor Flight volunteers.

ManTech Chairman Kevin Phillips Joins Bluestone as Executive Partner

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Thursday, October 19, 2023

MCLEAN, Va., Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bluestone Investment Partners ("Bluestone"), a McLean, Virginia-based private equity firm focused on investing in defense, intelligence and federal technology solutions providers, today announced that Kevin M. Phillips has joined the team as an Executive Partner.

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  • MCLEAN, Va., Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bluestone Investment Partners ("Bluestone"), a McLean, Virginia-based private equity firm focused on investing in defense, intelligence and federal technology solutions providers, today announced that Kevin M. Phillips has joined the team as an Executive Partner.
  • Phillips led the successful sale of ManTech to Carlyle in September 2022 for $4.2 billion.
  • "Kevin's experience, integrity and mission commitment are second to none in an industry filled with high quality leaders," said John Allen, Bluestone co-founder and Managing Partner.
  • "I am excited to work with the Bluestone team and help add value to the firm's portfolio companies."

Zevra Therapeutics Appoints Neil F. McFarlane as President, Chief Executive Officer and Director

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

CELEBRATION, Fla., Oct. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Zevra Therapeutics, Inc. (NasdaqGS: ZVRA) (Zevra, or the Company), a rare disease therapeutics company, today announced that Neil F. McFarlane has been named President and Chief Executive Officer of Zevra and appointed to the Board of Directors, effective October 10, 2023. Neil succeeds Christal M.M. Mickle who has been serving as interim CEO and President since June 2023, and who will continue serving in her role as Chief Development Officer. Concurrently, the Company announced the effectiveness of Joseph B. Saluri’s previously announced retirement from the Board of Directors. Mr. Saluri’s valuable leadership has played a crucial role in shaping Zevra's growth since joining the Board in 2014. Mr. Saluri’s retirement is in accordance with the plan announced by the Company on May 8, 2023.

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  • CELEBRATION, Fla., Oct. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Zevra Therapeutics, Inc. (NasdaqGS: ZVRA) (Zevra, or the Company), a rare disease therapeutics company, today announced that Neil F. McFarlane has been named President and Chief Executive Officer of Zevra and appointed to the Board of Directors, effective October 10, 2023.
  • Mickle who has been serving as interim CEO and President since June 2023, and who will continue serving in her role as Chief Development Officer.
  • I look forward to joining this talented team of professionals who are poised to accelerate our mission to deliver new therapies to the rare disease community,” said Neil F. McFarlane, President and Chief Executive Officer of Zevra.
  • The option and restricted stock units were granted as inducements material to the executive entering into employment with Zevra in accordance with Nasdaq Rule 5635(c)(4).

Endurance Advisory Partners Expands its Advisory Board with the Addition of Roger Beverage

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023

Endurance Advisory Partners , a top provider of advisory services to financial institutions, today announced that it named Roger Beverage to its advisory board.

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  • Endurance Advisory Partners , a top provider of advisory services to financial institutions, today announced that it named Roger Beverage to its advisory board.
  • Roger will serve a pivotal role and advise Endurance as it expands the business with a focus on helping financial institutions in the areas of strategic initiatives, risk, technology and operational insights to thrive in the competitive market of banking.
  • Beverage previously served as the President and CEO of the Oklahoma Bankers Association for 33 years.
  • “In challenging markets with extensive regulatory demands, Endurance Advisory Partners’ work is critical,” said Beverage.

John M. Tokish, M.D. Takes Office as President of the Arthroscopy Association of North America

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023

ROSEMONT, Ill., May 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- John M. Tokish, M.D., associate chair for Research and director of the Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Fellowship at Mayo Clinic Arizona, has been named president of the Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA) for 2023-2024.

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  • ROSEMONT, Ill., May 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- John M. Tokish, M.D., associate chair for Research and director of the Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Fellowship at Mayo Clinic Arizona, has been named president of the Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA) for 2023-2024.
  • Dr. Tokish recently completed his terms as second and first vice president and has been an Active Member of the organization for over 10 years.
  • As a practicing surgeon and colonel in the U.S. Army Reserves, “service above self” is a mantra Dr. Tokish strives to live by.
  • AANA is the primary source of continuing medical education for arthroscopists and the most respected conduit for new techniques and information on arthroscopy.

MatrixSpace Adds Distinguished Military Leadership to Advisory Board for Strategic Guidance on Defense Industry Engagement

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023

BURLINGTON, Mass., May 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- MatrixSpace announces the addition of Lieutenant General Glenn Spears, US Air Force (retired), and Brigadier General Robert Hipwell, Ph.D, US Army (retired), to its Advisory Board, strengthening its engagement with the defense sector.

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  • The recently announced MatrixSpace Radar is the foundational product of this open architecture sensing platform.
  • Naval War College, Glenn served in the U.S. Air Force for over 33 years as a pilot and commander.
  • He commanded from squadron to numbered Air Force, in peacetime and combat, flying 16 types of military and commercial-derivative aircraft.
  • Additionally, Glenn provides peer reviews to the Institute for Defense Analyses and is a member of several industry advisory and veteran service organization boards.

Tulsi Gabbard Joins the Sekulow Broadcast Team as Senior Military and Political Analyst

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Thursday, April 20, 2023

WASHINGTON, April 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tulsi Gabbard is joining the Sekulow Broadcast team as Senior Military and Political Analyst.

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  • WASHINGTON, April 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tulsi Gabbard is joining the Sekulow Broadcast team as Senior Military and Political Analyst.
  • Sekulow provides cutting edge analysis of today's political and legal landscape with elected officials and respected thought leaders.
  • Sekulow is hosted by renowned constitutional attorney ACLJ Chief Counsel, Jay Sekulow, and ACLJ Executive Director Jordan Sekulow.
  • "Tulsi Gabbard is one of our nation's most respected voices, from the halls of Congress to Fox News and beyond," says Jordan Sekulow.