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HuidaGene Therapeutics Appoints Alvin Luk as Chief Executive Officer

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023

SHANGHAI and CLINTON, N.J., May 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- HuidaGene Therapeutics (辉大基因; HuidaGene), a clinical-stage genome-editing company, today announced the appointment of gene therapy industry veteran, Alvin Luk, Ph.D., M.B.A., C.C.R.A., as Co-Founder, Member of the Board of Directors, and Chief Executive Officer.

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  • SHANGHAI and CLINTON, N.J., May 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- HuidaGene Therapeutics (辉大基因; HuidaGene), a clinical-stage genome-editing company, today announced the appointment of gene therapy industry veteran, Alvin Luk, Ph.D., M.B.A., C.C.R.A., as Co-Founder, Member of the Board of Directors, and Chief Executive Officer.
  • My team and I look forward to working closely with Alvin to ensure continuity, build on the progress HuidaGene made, and deliver value to our stakeholders."
  • We warmly welcome Alvin to join the HuidaGene team and provide direct guidance for the ongoing IITs, IND submissions, and international collaborations.
  • For more information about Dr. Luk, please see recent news of 'HuidaGene Appoints New Members to the Scientific Advisory Board' ( https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/huidagene-appoints-new-members-... ).

HuidaGene Therapeutics Appoints Alvin Luk as Chief Executive Officer

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, May 24, 2023

SHANGHAI and CLINTON, N.J., May 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- HuidaGene Therapeutics (辉大基因; HuidaGene), a clinical-stage genome-editing company, today announced the appointment of gene therapy industry veteran, Alvin Luk, Ph.D., M.B.A., C.C.R.A., as Co-Founder, Member of the Board of Directors, and Chief Executive Officer.

Key Points: 
  • SHANGHAI and CLINTON, N.J., May 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- HuidaGene Therapeutics (辉大基因; HuidaGene), a clinical-stage genome-editing company, today announced the appointment of gene therapy industry veteran, Alvin Luk, Ph.D., M.B.A., C.C.R.A., as Co-Founder, Member of the Board of Directors, and Chief Executive Officer.
  • My team and I look forward to working closely with Alvin to ensure continuity, build on the progress HuidaGene made, and deliver value to our stakeholders."
  • We warmly welcome Alvin to join the HuidaGene team and provide direct guidance for the ongoing IITs, IND submissions, and international collaborations.
  • For more information about Dr. Luk, please see recent news of 'HuidaGene Appoints New Members to the Scientific Advisory Board' ( https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/huidagene-appoints-new-members-... ).

Minister Bibeau wraps up successful trade mission to Indo-Pacific Region

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023

OTTAWA, ON, May 2, 2023 /CNW/ - The Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, concluded a successful one-week trade mission to Japan and Singapore.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, May 2, 2023 /CNW/ - The Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, concluded a successful one-week trade mission to Japan and Singapore.
  • The mission underscored one of the Government of Canada's top priorities under the Indo Pacific Strategy (IPS): to expand our partnerships and trade relationships in this region.
  • In Japan, Minister Bibeau met with key Japanese agri-food stakeholders, Canadian industry associations, and Canadian businesses in Tokyo, to highlight the economic relationship between Canada and Japan, and discussed increasing trade and investment ties in the region.
  • While in Singapore, Minister Bibeau attended the Food and Hotel Asia trade show with Alvin Tan, Singapore's Minister of State for Trade and Industry.

HGC Group Appoints Alvin Wong as Chief Operating Officer - ICT Business, Solutions and Product to Further Spearhead the Group's ICT Business

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Tuesday, January 10, 2023

HONG KONG, Jan. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- HGC Global Communications Limited (HGC Group) today announced the appointment of Alvin Wong as Chief Operating Officer – ICT Business, Solutions and Product, with immediate effect.

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  • HONG KONG, Jan. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- HGC Global Communications Limited (HGC Group) today announced the appointment of Alvin Wong as Chief Operating Officer – ICT Business, Solutions and Product, with immediate effect.
  • In this advancing role, Alvin will spearhead the growth of Group's ICT Business, focusing on its strategic direction and implementation as well as to oversee the day-to-day operations.
  • Prior to this new role, he served as Executive Vice President of Solutions and Product Development of HGC Group, leading the solutions, product and presales units.
  • Alvin Wong, Chief Operating Officer – ICT Business, Solutions and Product of HGC Group said, "This is my honor being invited to expand my contribution to HGC Group on the development of ICT Business.

HGC Group Appoints Alvin Wong as Chief Operating Officer - ICT Business, Solutions and Product to Further Spearhead the Group's ICT Business

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, January 10, 2023

HONG KONG, Jan. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- HGC Global Communications Limited (HGC Group) today announced the appointment of Alvin Wong as Chief Operating Officer – ICT Business, Solutions and Product, with immediate effect.

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  • HONG KONG, Jan. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- HGC Global Communications Limited (HGC Group) today announced the appointment of Alvin Wong as Chief Operating Officer – ICT Business, Solutions and Product, with immediate effect.
  • In this advancing role, Alvin will spearhead the growth of Group's ICT Business, focusing on its strategic direction and implementation as well as to oversee the day-to-day operations.
  • Prior to this new role, he served as Executive Vice President of Solutions and Product Development of HGC Group, leading the solutions, product and presales units.
  • Alvin Wong, Chief Operating Officer – ICT Business, Solutions and Product of HGC Group said, "This is my honor being invited to expand my contribution to HGC Group on the development of ICT Business.

Chris Young, Jamie O’Neal, Craig Morgan and More Share Gratitude with Hospitalized Veterans Through Exclusive Concerts from Musicians On Call

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Thursday, November 10, 2022

NASHVILLE, Nov. 10, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- This Veterans Day, and all month long, hospitalized Veterans in all Veterans Affairs (VA) facilities nationwide will have the opportunity to feel the deep appreciation they deserve through the healing power of music. Musicians On Call (MOC), a nonprofit that brings live and recorded music to the bedsides of patients, families and caregivers in healthcare environments, has teamed up with Wrangler® and award-winning recording artists on Concert For Veterans Presented by Wrangler, an initiative that offers hope and happiness that only live music can provide.

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  • Also part of this years campaign is the Concert For Veterans Live!, a concert experience for Veterans at the Alvin C. York VA Medical Center in Murfreesboro, Tenn.
  • Hosted by Warner Music Nashville, this concert featured performances by recording artists Tyler Braden and Drew Parker live from the Murfreesboro campus.
  • At Musicians On Call we are passionate about delivering the healing power of music to Veterans every day through our bedside, virtual and streaming programs.
  • Visit www.musiciansoncall.org to see highlights from Concert For Veterans Presented by Wrangler and donate to MOCs Veterans programs.

Prudential Powers Inclusion and Economic Growth in New York City and Across the Globe Through Support of Curtain Up Broadway Festival

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Friday, September 30, 2022

As part of the Curtain Up event, Prudential is also expanding access to the arts, theater community, and education programs, creating opportunities for more inclusion on Broadway.

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  • As part of the Curtain Up event, Prudential is also expanding access to the arts, theater community, and education programs, creating opportunities for more inclusion on Broadway.
  • Since last years festival, Prudential has given away 2,400 tickets to Broadway shows at local theaters across the country through the Prudential Standing Ovations Ticket Giveaway .
  • We know that Broadway and local theaters help to drive inclusion and economic growth in New York City and around the world.
  • Curtain Up Broadway Festival kicks off with guest speakers from title sponsor Prudential, Playbill, The Broadway League, and the Times Square Alliance.

Green Bay Packers Matt LaFleur, Aaron Jones, & AJ Dillon Headline 2022 U.S. Venture Open

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Thursday, July 14, 2022

Appleton, WI, July 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- U.S. Venture, Inc. announced Green Bay Packers head coach, Matt LaFleur, joined by running backs, Aaron Jones and AJ Dillon, will be this years U.S. Venture Open guests of honor.

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  • Appleton, WI, July 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- U.S. Venture, Inc. announced Green Bay Packers head coach, Matt LaFleur, joined by running backs, Aaron Jones and AJ Dillon, will be this years U.S. Venture Open guests of honor.
  • LaFleur is entering his fourth season as head coach of the Green Bay Packers.
  • Rounding out this years guest of honor trio is Green Bay Packers running back, AJ Dillon.
  • We are thrilled to welcome him, along with Aaron Jones and AJ Dillon as our guests of honor at this year's U.S. Venture Open.

Operating Engineers Local 501 Calls for U.S. Federal Investigation into Macau-Based SunCity Junket

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Tuesday, February 8, 2022

The International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 501 today called for a coordinated U.S. federal investigation into the gambling junket operator SunCity Group and its historical relationships with U.S. gaming companies.

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  • The International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 501 today called for a coordinated U.S. federal investigation into the gambling junket operator SunCity Group and its historical relationships with U.S. gaming companies.
  • Alvin Chaus SunCity Group has operated as a junket agent for casinos throughout East Asia, recruiting and issuing credit to high rollers (many from mainland China) to gamble in exclusive casino VIP rooms.
  • Local 501 is engaging with U.S. federal authorities because state-run gambling regulators have proven either unwilling or incapable of regulating VIP-junket activity and its interplay with U.S. casino companies operating abroad.
  • The International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 501 represents over 2,000 members working in casinos in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Nova Southeastern University Partners with TAO Connect to Strengthen Student and Faculty Mental Health and Wellness

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Monday, January 24, 2022

CLEARWATER, Fla., Jan. 24, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TAO Connect , a digital platform designed to make behavioral health therapy more accessible and effective, today announces its partnership with Nova Southeastern University (NSU).

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  • CLEARWATER, Fla., Jan. 24, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TAO Connect , a digital platform designed to make behavioral health therapy more accessible and effective, today announces its partnership with Nova Southeastern University (NSU).
  • All NSU students, faculty and staff now have 24/7 access via mobile app or Web browser to TAO Connects suite of evidence-based, self-guided mental health and wellness exercises through theNSUCenter for Student Counseling and Wellbeing byHendersonBehavioral Health.
  • TAO Connects mission from day one has been to increase accessibility to mental health care to those that need it most, and we are thrilled to partner with Nova Southeastern University to care for their students.
  • NSUS Center for Student Counseling and Wellbeing is proud to integrate TAO Connect and its evidence based digital programing to the universitys comprehensive mental health and wellness offering to our staff and student population, said Suzelle Guinart, Director, Henderson Student Counseling Services at Nova Southeastern University.