W. P. Carey School of Business

Dr. Ephraim Fuchs Joins ImmunoFree, Inc. as its Chief Medical Officer

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

GREENWICH, Conn., Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, ImmunoFree , Inc. announced that Dr. Ephraim Fuchs has been appointed the Chief Medical Officer of ImmunoFree.

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  • GREENWICH, Conn., Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, ImmunoFree , Inc. announced that Dr. Ephraim Fuchs has been appointed the Chief Medical Officer of ImmunoFree.
  • Dr. Fuchs is a Co-founder of ImmunoFree and Professor of Oncology & Immunology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.
  • This same procedure forms the foundation for all successful kidney transplant tolerance protocols for unrelated donor-recipient pairs.
  • "We are thrilled to have Dr. Fuchs join the ImmunoFree executive team as our Chief Medical Officer," said Garet Hil, Co-Founder & CEO of ImmunoFree, Founder & CEO of the National Kidney Registry, living kidney donor and the father of a kidney transplant recipient.

The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) Released New Research on the State of the Global Semiconductor Supply Chain

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

LOMBARD, Ill., Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP) unveiled a new, extensive research report titled: The State of the Global Semiconductor Supply Chain, sponsored by Blume Global, during the EDGE Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition's Wednesday Mega Session in Kissimmee, Florida on October 4, 2023.

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  • LOMBARD, Ill., Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals ( CSCMP ) unveiled a new, extensive research report titled: The State of the Global Semiconductor Supply Chain, sponsored by Blume Global, during the EDGE Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition's Wednesday Mega Session in Kissimmee, Florida on October 4, 2023.
  • This new report is a comprehensive discovery of the state of the global semiconductor supply chain.
  • This new report is a comprehensive discovery of the state of the global semiconductor supply chain.
  • The State of the Global Semiconductor Supply Chain Report is complimentary for CSCMP members to download at cscmp.org .

Tomato Tariffs Could Cause American Consumers to Pay 50% More for Fresh Tomatoes

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

Without the 2019 Suspension Agreement in place, NatureSweet , the #1 snacking tomato brand headquartered in Texas, and countless other companies would face tariffs of more than 20 percent on the import of fresh tomatoes into the United States.

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  • Without the 2019 Suspension Agreement in place, NatureSweet , the #1 snacking tomato brand headquartered in Texas, and countless other companies would face tariffs of more than 20 percent on the import of fresh tomatoes into the United States.
  • “Tomatoes imported from Mexico generate economic and social value far beyond their retail price,” says Skip Hulett, Vice President and General Counsel for NatureSweet.
  • The study concludes that:
    Consumers can expect to pay prices for fresh tomatoes that average 50% higher than they do today.
  • This tariff would punish companies like NatureSweet, which are doing the right thing.”
    Importantly, importers of fresh tomatoes from Mexico have played by the rules.

University of Phoenix Vice President of Data Strategy and Solutions Joines Panel at Women Leaders in Data and AI Event

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

University of Phoenix is pleased to share that Vice President of data strategy and solutions for the University, Veena Nayak, was a panel speaker at the recently concluded Women Leaders in Data and AI (WLDA) event, titled “WLDA@Work,” which brought together data leaders across industries to share insights on data as a driving force for change within companies.

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  • University of Phoenix is pleased to share that Vice President of data strategy and solutions for the University, Veena Nayak, was a panel speaker at the recently concluded Women Leaders in Data and AI (WLDA) event, titled “WLDA@Work,” which brought together data leaders across industries to share insights on data as a driving force for change within companies.
  • “Being a panelist at 'Women Leaders in Data & AI event' at L’Oreal was a remarkable experience,” Nayak shares.
  • In her role as Vice President of Data Strategy and Solutions at University of Phoenix, she leads the enterprise data strategy and data products family, developing innovative solutions in data management, governance and analytics using Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning.
  • Nayak’s expertise spans a range of areas, including data and product strategy, data management and governance, AI/machine learning, and software engineering.

Economic Club of Phoenix hosts OdySea Aquarium CEO Amram Knishinsky to kick off 2023-24 season

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

TEMPE, Ariz., Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Economic Club of Phoenix (ECP) speaker series — hosted by the W. P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University — is celebrating its 39th season. Since the club's launch in January 1985, audiences have come to hear from leaders of top businesses and organizations in the Phoenix area and beyond.

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  • ECP kicks off virtually on Thursday, Oct. 5, from noon to 1 p.m. with a keynote presentation from Amram Knishinsky, CEO of OdySea Aquarium and lead developer of the Arizona Boardwalk.
  • "Amram is a wonderful guest to launch our new ECP season," said Ohad Kadan , Charles J. Robel Dean and W. P. Carey Distinguished Chair in Business.
  • Fall ECP featuring a fireside chat with Amram Knishinsky, CEO of OdySea Aquarium and lead developer of the Arizona Boardwalk, who will share his 35+ years of experience in real estate, marketing, and retail.
  • The 60th annual ASU/PNC Bank Economic Forecast Luncheon at the Phoenix Renaissance Hotel will feature economic experts.

ASU announces new Loui Olivas Chair in Management

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Monday, October 2, 2023

TEMPE, Ariz., Oct. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The ASU W. P. Carey School of Business announced a new chair in management named after Loui Olivas, emeritus professor in management, who worked at ASU for 30 years between 1979 and 2009. The Loui Olivas Chair in Management was first announced last Friday at the L'ATTITUDE Conference in Miami. L'ATTITUDE focuses on helping executives and business leaders understand how the U.S. Latino cohort is driving economic growth.

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  • TEMPE, Ariz., Oct. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The ASU W. P. Carey School of Business announced a new chair in management named after Loui Olivas, emeritus professor in management, who worked at ASU for 30 years between 1979 and 2009.
  • The Loui Olivas Chair in Management was first announced last Friday at the L'ATTITUDE Conference in Miami.
  • "I am truly humbled to have the Loui Olivas Chair in Management dedicated and residing in the W. P. Carey School of Business."
  • The Loui Olivas Chair in Management is the first endowed chair named after a Latino(a) scholar at a top-ranked U.S. business school.

University of Phoenix Vice President of Data Strategy and Solutions Speaks at CDO Magazine Summit

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023

University of Phoenix is pleased to share that Veena Nayak, vice president of data strategy and solutions for the University, was a panel speaker at the CDO Magazine Summit , held September 12, 2023, in Cincinnati, Ohio.

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  • University of Phoenix is pleased to share that Veena Nayak, vice president of data strategy and solutions for the University, was a panel speaker at the CDO Magazine Summit , held September 12, 2023, in Cincinnati, Ohio.
  • "I am truly honored to speak at the CDO Magazine Summit and have the opportunity to share insights and experiences from leading teams to build future state data and analytics programs,” Nayak shares.
  • In her role as vice president of data strategy and solutions at University of Phoenix, she leads the enterprise data strategy and data products family, developing innovative solutions in data management, governance and analytics using Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning.
  • Nayak’s expertise spans a range of areas, including data and product strategy, data management and governance, AI/machine learning, and software engineering.

2023 U.S. Latino Economy Reaches $3.2 Trillion: 2023 Official LDC U.S. Latino GDP Report Provides New Data and Insights on Spending Power, Economic Progress, and Population Growth

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023

Every year, the conference provides a national platform showcasing the economic leadership of U.S. Latinos in business, media, politics, science, and technology.

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  • Every year, the conference provides a national platform showcasing the economic leadership of U.S. Latinos in business, media, politics, science, and technology.
  • U.S. Latino GDP now valued at $3.2 trillion (14% YOY increase), growing 2.5x faster than non-Latino equivalent.
  • For the first time, the 2023 Official LDC U.S. Latino GDP report provides a breakdown of the Latino economy across all 50 states.
  • The Official 2023 LDC U.S. Latino GDP report is innovative because it matches what’s happening in our economy and gives companies a pathway for making future decisions.

Latino Donor Collaborative and Arizona State University Announce a 5-Year Research Partnership on LinkedIn Live on August 25, Delivering New Depth and Insights on the Economic Impact of U.S. Latinos

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023

The event will be streamed on the Latino Donor Collaborative’s LinkedIn page on Friday, August 25, 2023, at noon PST.

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  • The event will be streamed on the Latino Donor Collaborative’s LinkedIn page on Friday, August 25, 2023, at noon PST.
  • "In cementing this partnership with Arizona State University, we reinforce our commitment to shedding light on the foundational role of the Latino community within the economic fabric of our country," said Ana Valdez, CEO of the LDC.
  • "Our united efforts will magnify the undeniable influence and significance of Latinos across the vast landscape of American enterprise."
  • “Daily, ASU’s faculty, students, and staff put effort and intellect into solving local, national, and global issues.

ASU W. P. Carey School of Business and Phoenix Union launch financial literacy partnership

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023

TEMPE, Ariz., Aug. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As Camelback High School students return to school this fall, 150 of them will complete a new program focused on improving financial literacy. The new partnership between Phoenix Union High School District (PXU) and the W. P. Carey School of Business hopes to boost practical financial knowledge in young people, leading toward better financial outcomes for students and their communities.

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  • The new partnership between Phoenix Union High School District (PXU) and the W. P. Carey School of Business hopes to boost practical financial knowledge in young people, leading toward better financial outcomes for students and their communities.
  • We hope early financial literacy education can play a role in breaking that cycle and teaching students sound financial habits."
  • "As a business school, we not only need to engage with banks and corporations, but also in helping individuals make better financial decisions.
  • Through the financial literacy program and our partnership with Phoenix Union High School District, we are investing in Arizona students and families."