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Lance F. Drummond Elected Chair of Freddie Mac

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

MCLEAN, Va., Nov. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lance Drummond will become chair of Freddie Mac’s Board of Directors, the company announced today.

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  • MCLEAN, Va., Nov. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lance Drummond will become chair of Freddie Mac’s Board of Directors, the company announced today.
  • The company is fortunate to have exceptional leaders, such as Sara Mathew and Lance Drummond, overseeing that effort,” said Sandra Thompson, Director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency.
  • Drummond joined the Freddie Mac Board in 2015, and currently serves as Chair of the Board’s Compensation and Human Capital Committee.
  • Thompson continued, “On behalf of FHFA, I wish to express my deep appreciation to Sara Mathew for her decade of service to Freddie Mac.

New CPA Study Reveals Canadians’ Holiday Spending Soars Despite Economic Snowstorms

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

But the pressures of rising costs of living could leave some shoppers with a holiday spending hangover, the survey suggests.

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  • But the pressures of rising costs of living could leave some shoppers with a holiday spending hangover, the survey suggests.
  • Additionally, 30 per cent of those that plan to travel and have a good sense of how much they will be spending on holiday travel anticipate an increase in holiday travel expenses.
  • There are a variety of ways to cut spending this season without sacrificing holiday spirit.
  • “It’s concerning that the increase in planned holiday spending is tracking above the rate of inflation,” says Doretta Thompson, CPA Canada’s financial literacy leader.

Global Investigations Firm Nardello & Co. Continues Recent Expansion, Adding DEA Agent Joe Thompson in New York

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

Global investigations firm Nardello & Co. announced today that former Drug Enforcement Administration Supervisory Special Agent Joseph F. Thompson has joined the firm as a Managing Director in New York.

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  • Global investigations firm Nardello & Co. announced today that former Drug Enforcement Administration Supervisory Special Agent Joseph F. Thompson has joined the firm as a Managing Director in New York.
  • With more than 20 years’ experience as a federal narcotics agent, Thompson has led prominent international investigations involving illicit drug trafficking, money laundering cartels and multi-agency law enforcement operations.
  • He arrives after serving as a DEA Country Attaché at the US Embassy in Nairobi since 2020.
  • He began his career in enforcement as a New York City Police Officer, serving in both Queens and Manhattan Narcotics Divisions.

Pastor Rod Thompson debuts his first book - "God's Amazing Atonement"

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Monday, November 6, 2023

ANTELOPE, Calif., Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- "God's Amazing Atonement" draws on the exceedingly broad topic of the "atonement," referring to the final judgement following the return of Jesus Christ, to discover what it truly means.

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  • "God's Amazing Atonement" draws on the exceedingly broad topic of the "atonement," referring to the final judgement following the return of Jesus Christ, to discover what it truly means.
  • In "God's Amazing Atonement: All Seven Phases Of It," by Pastor Rod Thompson, readers are provided with an in-depth look at God's plan for the amazing atonement and so much more.
  • "I hope that after reading this book, they realize that there is so much more to the complete process of the atonement."
  • "My mother had a dream and I believe that it is applicable to Christianity, so I tell the dream in the introduction of the book," said Thompson.

Larry Thompson, Hollywood talent manager and film producer, is running for Congress in California's 32nd District

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Larry Thompson, veteran entertainment attorney/talent manager/film producer, announced today that he is running for California's 32nd congressional district against Rep. Brad Sherman (D).

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  • LOS ANGELES, Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Larry Thompson, veteran entertainment attorney/talent manager/film producer, announced today that he is running for California's 32nd congressional district against Rep. Brad Sherman (D).
  • www.LarryThompsonForCongress.com
    Larry Thompson, Hollywood talent manager and film producer, is running for Congress in California's 32nd District
    "The polarized political positions in our nation have become dangerous in many ways," Thompson says.
  • "As a Moderate Republican, I want everyone to use Common Sense with Common Civility to find Common Ground to solve our Common Issues.
  • "I have been a 'Representative' of Hollywood Talent for over 50 years," said Thompson.

National Security Veteran Andrea Thompson Named CEO of Dakota State University Applied Research Corporation

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

MADISON, S.D., Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Dakota State University announced the appointment of Andrea Thompson as Chief Executive Officer of Dakota State University Applied Research Corporation (DARC). Thompson is the former Deputy Assistant to the President, National Security Advisor to the Vice President of the United States, and Under Secretary of State for Arms Control and International Security. She joins DARC from Northrop Grumman, where she served as Vice President of International Programs.

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  • MADISON, S.D., Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Dakota State University announced the appointment of Andrea Thompson as Chief Executive Officer of Dakota State University Applied Research Corporation (DARC).
  • "Andrea is the perfect individual to lead DARC," said Dakota State University President José-Marie Griffiths.
  • It will manage the Dakota State University Applied Research Lab, which is a dynamic research entity advancing cutting-edge solutions in cybersecurity, technology, and digital innovation.
  • Thompson is a graduate of the University of South Dakota and holds master's degrees from Long Island University and National Defense University.

FHU Theatre's Production of "A Christmas Carol" Invites Homecoming Guests to Embrace the "Spirits" of Christmas

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

HENDERSON, Tenn., Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Visitors to Freed-Hardeman's campus for this year's homecoming festivities will be invited to start celebrating the Christmas season a little early. FHU Theatre will present a special production of the Charles Dickens classic "A Christmas Carol" in the Black Box Theatre, Nov. 9-11 at 7 p.m. and Nov. 11-12 at 2 p.m. Tickets may be purchased at fhutickets.com.

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  • FHU Theatre will present "A Christmas Carol" in the Black Box Theatre Nov. 9-12, as part of a week full of homecoming celebrations.
  • "But at its heart, it is a ghost story, and we are trying to honor that with our production."
  • It's unique," said Aubrey Garrison, a freshman psychology major who is excited to be cast in her first FHU production.
  • During a weekend filled with activities, visitors are encouraged to make "A Christmas Carol" part of their homecoming plans.

Hefty Seed Company Selects Meristem's Patented BIO-CAPSULE™ Technology

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

BALTIC, S.D. and COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Meristem Crop Performance Group, LLC (www.MeristemAg.com) and Hefty Seed Company (www.HeftySeed.com) today announced a strategic alliance and supply agreement focused on increasing the impact of beneficial biologicals on crop production and return on investment (ROI) for American farmers.

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  • and COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Meristem Crop Performance Group, LLC ( www.MeristemAg.com ) and Hefty Seed Company ( www.HeftySeed.com ) today announced a strategic alliance and supply agreement focused on increasing the impact of beneficial biologicals on crop production and return on investment (ROI) for American farmers.
  • "We are thrilled to be selected as a Hefty Seed Company go-to-market partner for delivering beneficial biologicals to their customers through our patented BIO-CAPSULE™ Technology."
  • With this new alliance, Hefty Seed will gain access to Meristem's patented BIO-CAPSULE for the delivery of its proprietary blend of microbes and micronutrients.
  • "This is an extremely exciting partnership for our customer base that will continue to advance the Hefty Naturals portfolio."

Hefty Seed Company Selects Meristem's Patented BIO-CAPSULE™ Technology

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

BALTIC, S.D. and COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Meristem Crop Performance Group, LLC (www.MeristemAg.com) and Hefty Seed Company (www.HeftySeed.com) today announced a strategic alliance and supply agreement focused on increasing the impact of beneficial biologicals on crop production and return on investment (ROI) for American farmers.

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  • and COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Meristem Crop Performance Group, LLC ( www.MeristemAg.com ) and Hefty Seed Company ( www.HeftySeed.com ) today announced a strategic alliance and supply agreement focused on increasing the impact of beneficial biologicals on crop production and return on investment (ROI) for American farmers.
  • "We are thrilled to be selected as a Hefty Seed Company go-to-market partner for delivering beneficial biologicals to their customers through our patented BIO-CAPSULE™ Technology."
  • With this new alliance, Hefty Seed will gain access to Meristem's patented BIO-CAPSULE for the delivery of its proprietary blend of microbes and micronutrients.
  • "This is an extremely exciting partnership for our customer base that will continue to advance the Hefty Naturals portfolio."

Final 10 teams announced for inaugural Grant Thornton Invitational

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023

Tournament officials today announced the remaining 10 teams that will compete in the Grant Thornton Invitational set to debut December 8-10, 2023, at the Tiburón Golf Club in Naples, Florida.

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  • Tournament officials today announced the remaining 10 teams that will compete in the Grant Thornton Invitational set to debut December 8-10, 2023, at the Tiburón Golf Club in Naples, Florida.
  • “Interest from professionals on both tours was incredibly strong, and we are thrilled with the compelling mixed teams and world-class players heading to Naples this December,” said Rob Hartman, Grant Thornton Invitational Tournament Director.
  • More information on the format can be found here: Grant Thornton Invitational golf tournament unveils three distinct formats for mixed-team play .
  • For Grant Thornton Invitational tickets and additional information, visit the official tournament website: grantthorntoninvitational.com .