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María Teresa Kumar, Michael Luttig Named Kettering Foundation Senior Fellows

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023
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DAYTON, Ohio, Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- María Teresa Kumar and J. Michael Luttig have accepted appointments as senior fellows, the Charles F. Kettering Foundation announced today. They join nine senior fellows from diverse backgrounds and political views appointed since November to strengthen the Foundation's focus on encouraging civic participation and fighting the rise of authoritarianism and threats to democracy in the US and around the globe. The senior fellows are drawn from both major parties, with distinguished records in government, higher education, civil society, business and journalism.

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  • DAYTON, Ohio, Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- María Teresa Kumar and J. Michael Luttig have accepted appointments as senior fellows, the Charles F. Kettering Foundation announced today.
  • María Teresa Kumar is Cofounder and President of Voto Latino, a 501(c)(4) advocacy organization, and its sister nonprofit, nonpartisan 501(c)(3) organization, Voto Latino Foundation.
  • "María Teresa Kumar and J. Michael Luttig are fearless defenders of the Constitution, inclusive democracy and the rule of law, and I am delighted to welcome them to the group of senior fellows at the Kettering Foundation," said Davies.
  • The Kettering Foundation will tap the unique strengths, interests and bases of experience of each of its fellows.

Anthem President Monica Schmude Recognized as One of the Most Powerful Women in Washington

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023
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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231010347946/en/
    Monica Schmude, President of Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Virginia (Photo: Business Wire)
    Schmude is listed with eleven other dynamic leaders making a difference in the field of medicine.
  • “From arts, nonprofit, and media mavens to corporate, political, and legal powerhouses, here are 169 women making a mark in Washington,” stated the magazine.
  • She is a member of The Economic Club of Washington DC and Leadership Greater Washington Class of 2020.
  • She was named to the 2019 Most Powerful Women in Washington (Washingtonian Magazine), recipient of the 2019 March of Dimes Heroine of Washington Award, served as the 2019 Program Chair for the Mid-Maryland Mission of Mercy, 2021 Most Powerful Women in Washington (Washingtonian Magazine), and was named an honoree for the Washington Business Journals 2021 Women Who Mean Business awards.

Halcyon Announces Leadership Transition

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
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The organization proudly announces Daniel J. Barker, Halcyon Managing Director, as the incoming President and CEO, effective January 1, 2024.

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  • The organization proudly announces Daniel J. Barker, Halcyon Managing Director, as the incoming President and CEO, effective January 1, 2024.
  • She, alongside Dahna Goldstein, Halcyon Chief Investment Officer, will join to create a new independent entity investing in Halcyon ventures and other startups focused on Climate, Health, and EquityTech.
  • Ms. Goodall's visionary leadership has propelled Halcyon to its current prominence as a beacon for social change.
  • Halcyon invites its extended community to join us in celebrating its 10-year milestone, the exceptional legacy of Kate Goodall, and the organization's launch into its next era of growth under Dan Barker's leadership.

United Announces New Leadership Promotions

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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CHICAGO, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- United Airlines today announced two leadership promotions within its Executive team. Josh Earnest is promoted to Executive Vice President of Communications and Advertising and Terri Fariello is promoted to Executive Vice President of Government Affairs and Global Public Policy. Both will remain on United's Executive Team.

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  • CHICAGO, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- United Airlines today announced two leadership promotions within its Executive team.
  • Their counsel and strategic insight will continue to be essential as we implement our ambitious United Next plans."
  • Josh joined United in 2018 as senior vice president and chief communications officer.
  • Throughout his career, Josh has received recognition for leadership in communications, including regularly appearing on PRWeek's annual 'Power List.'

Dr. Naderi is Named in Washingtonian Magazine's 2023 Top Doctor's List

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023
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RESTON, Va., Sept. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon, Dr. Naderi is renowned for his skill, artistry, and compassion. He founded The Naderi Center about 20 years ago to provide ultra specialized personalized care and help patients look and feel their best. With two conveniently located offices in Northern Virginia and Maryland, Dr. Naderi treats patients from across the Washington DC metro area as well as around the world. Patients travel from all over the United States on a weekly basis to get the expert care and attention that Dr. Naderi and his team provide.

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  • Dr. Shervin Naderi, the founder of The Naderi Center for Plastic Surgery and Dermatology, has been selected once again as one of the Washingtonian's Top Doctors for 2023.
  • This prestigious list is compiled annually by Washingtonian Magazine and is based on peer nominations and extensive research.
  • RESTON, Va., Sept. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon, Dr. Naderi is renowned for his skill, artistry, and compassion.
  • The Washingtonian Top Doctors list highlights the most respected physicians in the Washington DC metropolitan area.

Sandy Spring Bank Announces New President of West Financial Services, Inc.

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Tuesday, July 18, 2023
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OLNEY, Md., July 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sandy Spring Bank, a subsidiary of Sandy Spring Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq: SASR), announced today that Brian Mackin is the new President of West Financial Services, Inc. Mackin succeeds Glen Buco in the position after preparing for the transition over the past year.

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  • OLNEY, Md., July 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sandy Spring Bank, a subsidiary of Sandy Spring Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq: SASR), announced today that Brian Mackin is the new President of West Financial Services, Inc. Mackin succeeds Glen Buco in the position after preparing for the transition over the past year.
  • West Financial Services, Inc. is a subsidiary of Sandy Spring Bank.
  • Mackin has 24 years of experience in the financial services industry, including more than 22 years at West Financial Services.
  • “I look forward to leading our dynamic and committed team, implementing new ideas and helping clients reach their financial goals.”

Over 90 RLAH @properties Realtors® named Washington's Best by Washingtonian

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Wednesday, July 12, 2023
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This year, 27 individual RLAH @properties Realtors® and 15 RLAH @properties teams received this award for their real estate performance coupled with their customer service expertise.

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  • This year, 27 individual RLAH @properties Realtors® and 15 RLAH @properties teams received this award for their real estate performance coupled with their customer service expertise.
  • RLAH @properties' mission for its 400 plus Realtors® across the D.C. region is "to create meaningful relationships based on trust, responsiveness, and respect for consumers and our clients.
  • All RLAH Realtors®, plus the Washingtonian Top Producers, reflect this mission.
  • The full 2023 Best Real Estate Agents and Top Producers list is on newsstands now in Washingtonian's July 2023 issue, and more information on RLAH @properties can be found at www.rlahre.com .

Mortgage Professional America Names First Home Mortgage Vice President Heather Devoto Among 2023 Elite Women

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Thursday, July 6, 2023
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BALTIMORE, July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- First Home Mortgage Corporation has announced today that Vice President (McLean) and Branch Manager Heather Devoto has been named in Mortgage Professional America magazine's Elite Women list for 2023. The list is an annual celebration of successful women who are taking on gender inequality in leadership and challenging societal expectations within the mortgage and finance industry.

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  • Annual list recognizes exceptional women loan officers, leaders and industry experts
    BALTIMORE, July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- First Home Mortgage Corporation has announced today that Vice President (McLean) and Branch Manager Heather Devoto has been named in Mortgage Professional America magazine's Elite Women list for 2023 .
  • Devoto, an Arlington, Virginia native who leads the McLean, Virginia branch office of First Home Mortgage, has been with the organization since 2002.
  • "The mortgage industry is not one that's traditionally been open to women – but we're changing that," said Devoto.
  • Mortgage Professional America is an industry news source that provides mortgage and finance professionals with the latest breaking news, opinion, and analysis across the industry.

Barbara Bush Foundation Hosts Book Event with Huma Abedin

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Wednesday, November 30, 2022
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WASHINGTON, D.C., Nov. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy hosted a book event featuring author Huma Abedin at the Planet Word Museum on Tuesday, November 29. The focus of the evening was a conversation with Abedin about her memoir, "Both/And: A Life in Many Worlds."

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  • Event at the Planet Word Museum highlighted Abedin's memoir, "Both/And: A Life in Many Worlds
    WASHINGTON, D.C., Nov. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy hosted a book event featuring author Huma Abedin at the Planet Word Museum on Tuesday, November 29.
  • "I was so happy to participate in this event with the Barbara Bush Foundation.
  • "Events like this one are critically important to help raise awareness about our country's literacy crisis," said British A. Robinson, president and CEO of the Barbara Bush Foundation.
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    About the Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy:The Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy has been the nation's leading advocate for family literacy for more than three decades.

Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania Again Tops the List in Hotel Occupancy Rates Across the State

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Tuesday, November 1, 2022
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LEHIGH VALLEY, Pa., Nov. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- DiscoverLehighValley.com, the destination marketing organization (DMO) dedicated to promoting tourism in Pennsylvania's Lehigh and Northampton counties, today announced the region again remained first in hotel occupancy rates among competing Pennsylvania DMOs according to 2021-2022 Smith Travel Research. The news was shared at Discover Lehigh Valley's board meeting with key stakeholders, providing insights on how the organization's momentum and nimble marketing strategy is helping the group to continue navigating and finding opportunity both coming out of the pandemic and while inflation continues to threaten travel.

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  • "As our organization continues to promote the region as a must-visit destination, we've seen impressive hotel occupancy rates which in turn translated to $2.87 million in revenue from local hotel taxes.
  • Our annual findings continue to show strength in Lehigh Valley tourism and we're looking forward to what's to come."
  • To further showcase the organization's outstanding efforts and impressive metrics, Discover Lehigh Valley released a dynamic 2021-2022 recap video and report .
  • Many of America's favorite brands such as Crayola, Peeps, Mike & Ike, Martin Guitars, Mack Trucks and Olympus reign from Lehigh Valley.