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Bluegreen Vacations Holding Corporation to be Acquired by Hilton Grand Vacations

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Monday, November 6, 2023
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Bluegreen Vacations Holding Corporation (NYSE: BVH) (OTCQX: BVHBB) (the “Company" or “Bluegreen Vacations”) announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Hilton Grand Vacations Inc. (NYSE: HGV) (“HGV”) for $75.00 per share in an all cash transaction, representing a total enterprise value of approximately $1.5 billion, inclusive of net debt.

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  • Bluegreen Vacations Holding Corporation (NYSE: BVH) (OTCQX: BVHBB) (the “Company" or “Bluegreen Vacations”) announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Hilton Grand Vacations Inc. (NYSE: HGV) (“HGV”) for $75.00 per share in an all cash transaction, representing a total enterprise value of approximately $1.5 billion, inclusive of net debt.
  • In the 1970’s, Alan B. Levan founded the predecessor to Bluegreen Vacations Holding Corporation, and it has been a diversified holding company for over 50 years.
  • With headquarters in Boca Raton, Florida, Bluegreen Vacations has 49 Club Resorts and 24 Associate Resorts.
  • Alan Levan, the Company’s Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, said, “Today’s announcement represents another exciting chapter for Bluegreen Vacations.

Swinerton Announces New Leadership Team to Drive Growth in Seattle

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023
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SEATTLE, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Swinerton, a leading construction company with a national presence, is proud to unveil its newly appointed leadership team within the Seattle Division. This dynamic team, comprised of seasoned industry professionals, is poised to reinforce Swinerton's position as a premier contractor in the Seattle area. These individuals bring extensive experience and expertise to their respective roles, further enhancing the firm's commitment to delivering excellence in construction services.

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  • SEATTLE, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Swinerton, a leading construction company with a national presence, is proud to unveil its newly appointed leadership team within the Seattle Division.
  • "The new leadership team brings a wealth of experience and a shared commitment to excellence, positioning Swinerton for continued success in the Seattle area," states Nick Vovakas, Vice President and Division Manager of Swinerton's Seattle Division.
  • As announced in June, Nick Vovakes will lead the new leadership team as Vice President and Division Manager.
  • "The new leadership team brings a wealth of experience and a shared commitment to excellence, positioning Swinerton for continued success in the Seattle area," states Vovakes.

HPU Announces Two Commencement Speakers and Ceremonies for Spring

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Monday, August 14, 2023
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HIGH POINT, N.C., Aug. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- High Point University will have many reasons to celebrate in 2024, which will mark HPU’s 100th anniversary, including accomplished Commencement speakers.

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  • HIGH POINT, N.C., Aug. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- High Point University will have many reasons to celebrate in 2024, which will mark HPU’s 100th anniversary, including accomplished Commencement speakers.
  • HPU announces two Commencement speakers and two ceremonies – one for undergraduate students and one for graduate students.
  • The speakers will be as follows:
    Glenn Stearns, an internationally known businessman and star of Discovery Channel's “Undercover Billionaire,” will deliver HPU's Commencement address for undergraduate students on May 4, 2024.
  • “Our graduates will benefit from the tremendous success and insights of Glenn Stearns and Vincent Price,” says HPU President Nido Qubein.

Zip Bolsters Leadership Team with Addition of Financial Services Industry Veteran Andy Stearns Amidst Ongoing BNPL Adoption Surge in the U.S.

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Monday, July 17, 2023
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230717810705/en/

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230717810705/en/
    Global digital payments innovator Zip appoints veteran payments and financial services industry leader Andy Stearns as senior vice president and head of the merchant business, starting immediately, for the U.S. market.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    Before joining Zip, Stearns spearheaded all customer management groups within Capital One's Business Cards & Payments organization.
  • During his tenure at American Express, Stearns served as director of small business relationship management and global corporate payments business development.
  • "Andy is an exceptional global financial services leader, and we are thrilled to have him join Zip," said Zip's Global CEO and Co-Founder Larry Diamond.

SUCCESS Lending Celebrates One Year of Partnership With eXp Realty at Annual Shareholder Summit in Orlando, Florida

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Thursday, May 18, 2023
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SCHAUMBURG, Ill., May 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Illinois-based mortgage lender SUCCESS® Lending is celebrating its one-year anniversary partnership as an affiliate of eXp Realty, “the most agent-centric real estate brokerage on the planet™” and the core subsidiary of eXp World Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: EXPI), at the 2023 eXp Shareholder Summit in Orlando, Florida.

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  • SCHAUMBURG, Ill., May 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Illinois-based mortgage lender SUCCESS® Lending is celebrating its one-year anniversary partnership as an affiliate of eXp Realty, “the most agent-centric real estate brokerage on the planet™” and the core subsidiary of eXp World Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: EXPI), at the 2023 eXp Shareholder Summit in Orlando, Florida.
  • Free advance copies of Glenn Stearns' new book, “InteGRITy,” will be given away to attendees of eXp Realty’s Shareholder Summit.
  • Glenn Stearns will be available to sign copies of his book at the SUCCESS Lending booth on Thursday, May 18.
  • Stearns’ memoir will be available for purchase at retailers nationwide including Amazon.com, BarnesandNoble.com, Target.com, BooksaMillion.com and others.

Stearns Financial Group Hires Kurt Geldner to Lead Business Owner Services

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Friday, March 31, 2023
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CHAPEL HILL, N.C., March 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Stearns Financial Group (SFG), an investment management firm based in North Carolina, announced today the hiring of business performance and development  veteran, Kurt Geldner, as Director of the Stearns Financial Business Owner Services (BOSS) practice. Geldner joins Stearns with over 20 years of experience in the start-up, early-stage, and small business markets. In his new role, Geldner is responsible for expanding opportunities and further enhancing assessment, planning and growth services for business owner clients.

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  • CHAPEL HILL, N.C., March 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Stearns Financial Group (SFG), an investment management firm based in North Carolina, announced today the hiring of business performance and development  veteran, Kurt Geldner, as Director of the Stearns Financial Business Owner Services (BOSS) practice.
  • Geldner joins Stearns with over 20 years of experience in the start-up, early-stage, and small business markets.
  • In his new role, Geldner is responsible for expanding opportunities and further enhancing assessment, planning and growth services for business owner clients.
  • – Kurt Geldner
    "I am an entrepreneur at heart with a passion for driving business growth and fostering enriched client experiences," explains Geldner.

Smith Gambrell Russell and Freeborn & Peters to Combine, Creating Global AmLaw 150 Firm

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Tuesday, January 24, 2023
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Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP and Freeborn & Peters LLP announced today that their respective partnerships have unanimously approved a combination of the two law firms.

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  • Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP and Freeborn & Peters LLP announced today that their respective partnerships have unanimously approved a combination of the two law firms.
  • The firms – with a shared strategic vision and complementary high-value, top-tier markets and practice areas – will operate under the Smith Gambrell Russell name, effective March 1.
  • As part of the combination, the firm also names new leadership in its Tampa office, with Jason P. Stearns as the new office managing partner.
  • SGR’s existing branded national and global practices, particularly corporate and other transactional disciplines, are areas that Freeborn has been seeking to grow.

4 Greenberg Traurig Texas Attorneys Named to D Magazine 'Best Lawyers Under 40' List

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Monday, January 9, 2023
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DALLAS, Jan. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Four attorneys from global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP's Dallas office were selected to D Magazine's 2022 "Best Lawyers Under 40" list, recognizing young lawyers in the North Texas area. Sarah-Michelle Stearns and Allison M. Stewart made their debut on the list this year.

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  • Four attorneys from global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP's Dallas office were selected to D Magazine's 2022 "Best Lawyers Under 40" list, recognizing young lawyers in the North Texas area.
  • DALLAS, Jan. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Four attorneys from global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP's Dallas office were selected to D Magazine's 2022 "Best Lawyers Under 40" list, recognizing young lawyers in the North Texas area.
  • Greenberg Traurig Dallas attorneys selected for 2023 include:
    Basile has more than 15 years of combined experience in the tech and legal industries.
  • The complete list of attorneys will appear in the January 2023 edition of D Magazine and is available online.

Cybersecurity Company Offering Extended Benefits to Help Grow Its Penetration Testing House

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Thursday, November 10, 2022
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From the onset, Redbot Security's vision was clear: to provide a customer-centric journey with service alignment focused on placing customer needs first. Stearns built the company from the ground up on a set of internal principles that focus on community - attracting top people that are like-minded with a shared goal of protecting our Nation's Critical Data and Systems. The team identifies and reports security weaknesses in clients' networks and applications, and provides guidance and support for effective remediation -- sometimes working with clients for months beyond testing to deliver custom solutions to uncommon situations.

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  • DENVER, Nov. 10, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Redbot Security transitioned to a full-service penetration testing company at the end of 2018.
  • In 2016, Stearns recognized that the Penetration Testing Industry had a primarily legacy company-dominated mindset, which seemed focused on 'churn-and-burn'-style engagements.
  • Redbot Security is a U.S based, industry-leading penetration testing company with a Sr. Level Team of industry experts.
  • Since Redbot Security is a boutique penetration testing house, the company can focus on building client relationships and delivering a premier customer experience through continuously engaged Senior Engineers.

Service through Song: The Choral Arts Society of Frederick to Perform at D-Day Ceremonies in Normandy, France

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Thursday, November 3, 2022
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FREDERICK, Md., Nov. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Choral Arts Society of Frederick (CASF), under the direction of Lynn Staininger, was selected by Historic Programs to represent the United States in D-Day commemorative ceremonies held in Normandy, France from June 3-7, 2023. Historic Programs is a non-profit organization dedicated to honoring veterans and educating younger generations.

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  • FREDERICK, Md., Nov. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Choral Arts Society of Frederick (CASF), under the direction of Lynn Staininger, was selected by Historic Programs to represent the United States in D-Day commemorative ceremonies held in Normandy, France from June 3-7, 2023.
  • Emily Hill, a choir member and a Frederick County Public Schools music teacher, shares Staininger's personal commitment to the cause.
  • "We are grateful to the Choral Arts Society of Frederick for inviting students from the Hood College Choir to be part of this summer's D-Day ceremonies in Normandy, France.
  • To learn more about CASF, please visit their website: http://www.casof.org
    About the Choral Arts Society of Frederick (CASF): For more than 79 years, the Choral Arts Society of Frederick has cultivated a vibrant, inclusive, multi-generational community through the study and performance of quality choral music.