Cross-cultural communication

Beam Suntory Earns Top Score in Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2023-2024 Corporate Equality Index

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Thursday, November 30, 2023

Beam Suntory, a world leader in premium spirits, is proud to announce the company received a score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2023-2024 Corporate Equality Index, the nation’s foremost benchmarking survey and report measuring corporate policies and practices related to LGBTQ+ workplace equality.

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  • Beam Suntory, a world leader in premium spirits, is proud to announce the company received a score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2023-2024 Corporate Equality Index, the nation’s foremost benchmarking survey and report measuring corporate policies and practices related to LGBTQ+ workplace equality.
  • “This outstanding honor represents a collaborative effort across our global organization to embrace diverse perspectives and cultural experiences to drive ideation, innovation and productivity,” said Paula Erickson, SVP Chief People, Culture & Communications Officer at Beam Suntory.
  • Beam Suntory’s efforts in satisfying all the CEI’s criteria earned a score of 100 and the designation as recipient of the Equality 100 Award: Leader in LGBTQ+ Workplace Inclusion.
  • The CEI rates companies on detailed criteria falling under four central pillars:
    Non-discrimination policies across business entities;
    Equitable benefits for LGBTQ+ workers and their families;

SOUTHWEST AIRLINES ANNOUNCES EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP CHANGES

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

DALLAS, Nov. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) today shared Executive Leadership changes and organizational alignment effective Friday, Dec. 1, to provide additional focus and clarity to support the Company's strategic priorities.

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  • DALLAS, Nov. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) today shared Executive Leadership changes and organizational alignment effective Friday, Dec. 1, to provide additional focus and clarity to support the Company's strategic priorities.
  • "These changes solidify Southwest's Executive Leadership Team as we work to achieve our objectives for 2024 and beyond."
  • Jones joined Southwest Airlines® in 2001 and has since held positions across the Company, including Executive roles in Operational Strategy & Performance, Technical Operations, and Revenue Management & Pricing.
  • Elizabeth Bryant advances to SVP & Chief People Officer to provide Executive Leadership for People (Human Resources), Talent & Leadership Development, Total Rewards (Benefits and Compensation), and Southwest Airlines University (Training.)

Shriners Children's Earns a Four-Star Rating From Charity Navigator

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Friday, November 17, 2023

TAMPA, Fla., Nov. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Shriners Children's, one of the largest pediatric sub-specialty healthcare systems in the world, is proud to announce that its strong financial health and ongoing accountability and transparency has earned a Four-Star Rating from Charity Navigator.

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  • Shriners Children's announces that its strong financial health and ongoing accountability and transparency has earned a Four-Star Rating from Charity Navigator, designating the healthcare system as an official "Give with Confidence" charity.
  • This rating designates Shriners Children's as an official "Give with Confidence" charity, indicating that the healthcare system is using its donations effectively based on Charity Navigator's criteria.
  • "We are delighted to provide Shriners Children's with third-party accreditation that validates their operational excellence," said Michael Thatcher, President and CEO of Charity Navigator.
  • "We are proud to receive another Four-Star rating from Charity Navigator," said Stuart Sullivan, Chief Philanthropy Officer for Shriners Children's.

SeattleFWC26 Kicks Off a Transformational Journey with 1,000 Days Until the FIFA World Cup 26™ Final Game

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Monday, October 23, 2023

SEATTLE, Oct. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As the world eagerly anticipates the World Cup 26™ Final Game, SeattleFWC will redefine the legacy of this global sporting extravaganza. Today marks 1,000 days until the World Cup 26™ Final Game, location TBD, and SeattleFWC26 has already set in motion a series of groundbreaking initiatives poised to leave an indelible mark on the city and state. The significance of this momentous announcement has been echoed by FIFA, underscoring the profound influence of the upcoming World Cup games on host communities and the world at large.

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  • SEATTLE, Oct. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As the world eagerly anticipates the World Cup 26™ Final Game, SeattleFWC will redefine the legacy of this global sporting extravaganza.
  • Today marks 1,000 days until the World Cup 26™ Final Game, location TBD, and SeattleFWC26 has already set in motion a series of groundbreaking initiatives poised to leave an indelible mark on the city and state.
  • The significance of this momentous announcement has been echoed by FIFA, underscoring the profound influence of the upcoming World Cup games on host communities and the world at large.
  • Lisa Chin, the newly announced Chief Legacy Officer for SeattleFWC26, exudes excitement for the long-term opportunities that extend far beyond the final whistle of the 2026 World Cup.

NPH USA Earns Highest-Possible Four-Star Rating from Charity Navigator

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023

CHICAGO, Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NPH USA is proud to announce that Charity Navigator, one of the leading and trusted sources of information on not-for-profit organizations, has recently awarded NPH USA a near perfect rating of 99% and 4 out of 4 Stars.

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  • CHICAGO, Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NPH USA is proud to announce that Charity Navigator, one of the leading and trusted sources of information on not-for-profit organizations, has recently awarded NPH USA a near perfect rating of 99% and 4 out of 4 Stars.
  • This rating designates NPH USA as an official "Give with Confidence" charity, indicating strong financial health and ongoing accountability and transparency.
  • "This endorsement is just another testimony to the tremendous impact a gift to NPH USA makes," said CEO John Deinhart.
  • "We are delighted to provide NPH USA with third-party accreditation that validates their operational excellence," said Michael Thatcher, President and CEO of Charity Navigator.

Alley Cat Allies Earns Four-Star Rating from Charity Navigator

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023

This rating designates Alley Cat Allies as an official "Give With Confidence" organization, indicating that it is using donations effectively based on Charity Navigator's criteria.

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  • This rating designates Alley Cat Allies as an official "Give With Confidence" organization, indicating that it is using donations effectively based on Charity Navigator's criteria.
  • "Good governance and financial health continue to be a priority for Alley Cat Allies, and the Four-Star Charity Navigator rating is further evidence of our commitment to excel in these areas," said Coryn Julien, communications director for Alley Cat Allies.
  • "We are delighted to provide Alley Cat Allies with third-party accreditation that validates their operational excellence," said Michael Thatcher, president and CEO of Charity Navigator.
  • We are eager to see the good work that Alley Cat Allies is able to accomplish in the years ahead."

Fifth HBCU Symposium to Explore Activism, Literacy, and Rhetoric

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023

The fifth Historically Black College and University (HBCU) Symposium on Rhetoric & Composition will take place in-person on October 5-6, 2023, at Jackson State University (JSU).

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  • The fifth Historically Black College and University (HBCU) Symposium on Rhetoric & Composition will take place in-person on October 5-6, 2023, at Jackson State University (JSU).
  • The symposium , which focuses on excellence in English composition and rhetoric, acts as a think tank where every two years writing instructors from historically Black colleges and universities gather to discuss strategies that support student engagement, scholarship, and success.
  • Wonderful Faison, director of the Richard Wright Center for Writing, Rhetoric, and Research at JSU.
  • Martin's initiated the symposium partnership in 2014 to facilitate collaboration among HBCU scholars.

Charity Navigator Announces Winners in First-Ever Community Choice Awards

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023

NEW YORK, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Charity Navigator, the nation's largest and most influential nonprofit evaluator, announced the winners today of its first-ever Community Choice Awards , which recognize and celebrate the exceptional work of top-rated charities.

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  • NEW YORK, Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Charity Navigator, the nation's largest and most influential nonprofit evaluator, announced the winners today of its first-ever Community Choice Awards , which recognize and celebrate the exceptional work of top-rated charities.
  • Charity Navigator analyzes nonprofit performance based on four key indicators, referred to as beacons , and each of the winning organizations has earned Charity Navigator's prestigious four-star rating with assessments on all four beacons: Leadership & Adaptability, Accountability & Finance, Culture & Community, and Impact & Results.
  • The winners were determined by the total number of votes received by supporters within each size-based category.
  • "Congratulations to the outstanding charities that have been honored with the Community Choice Awards and a big thank you to the supporters who cast their votes and made this recognition possible," says Michael Thatcher, President & CEO of Charity Navigator.

Water Mission Earns 17th Consecutive Charity Navigator Four-Star Rating

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Friday, September 22, 2023

NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C., Sept. 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Water Mission, a Christian engineering nonprofit, is proud to announce that its strong financial health and ongoing accountability and transparency has earned a Four-Star Rating from Charity Navigator for the 17th consecutive year.

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  • NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C., Sept. 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Water Mission, a Christian engineering nonprofit, is proud to announce that its strong financial health and ongoing accountability and transparency has earned a Four-Star Rating from Charity Navigator for the 17th consecutive year.
  • This rating designates Water Mission as an official “Give with Confidence” charity, indicating that the organization is using its donations effectively based on Charity Navigator’s criteria.
  • We are eager to see the good work that Water Mission is able to accomplish in the years ahead.”
    “Water Mission’s four-star Charity Navigator rating reflects our commitment to transparency, good governance and financial health,” said George Greene IV, PE, CEO and President of Water Mission.
  • To learn more about Water Mission’s Four-Star Charity Navigator rating click here.

Chasing Breakthrough Innovation in a Time of Uncertainty With Insights from McKinsey & Company

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

TRENTON, N.J., Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BioNJ has released the agenda and speaker roster for its Eleventh Annual C-Suite Summit, taking place Friday, October 6, 2023, at the Bridgewater Marriott. The C-Suite Summit brings together life sciences executives representing a wide breadth of companies from early to late stage, public and private and revenue and pre-revenue to discuss the topics impacting C-Suite decision-making in bringing new innovative treatments to market.

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  • Friday, October 6, 2023 • 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Bridgewater Marriott, 700 Commons Way, Bridgewater
    TRENTON, N.J., Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BioNJ has released the agenda and speaker roster for its Eleventh Annual C-Suite Summit, taking place Friday, October 6, 2023, at the Bridgewater Marriott.
  • The C-Suite Summit brings together life sciences executives representing a wide breadth of companies from early to late stage, public and private and revenue and pre-revenue to discuss the topics impacting C-Suite decision-making in bringing new innovative treatments to market.
  • "As the policy environment churns and investment in biopharma fluctuates, questions are being raised about the future of innovation for our industry," said BioNJ President and CEO, Debbie Hart.
  • "The C-Suite Summit allows stakeholders to come together for an open conversation on where the greatest opportunities lie and how to best prepare for and shape the next paradigm in life sciences and medical discovery."