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American Rare Earths Provides Update on US Management

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Thursday, September 28, 2023

Ms. Sanderson will transition out of her executive role as President of North America effective October 1, 2023, and will continue to be a non-executive director of the American Rare Earths Board.

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  • Ms. Sanderson will transition out of her executive role as President of North America effective October 1, 2023, and will continue to be a non-executive director of the American Rare Earths Board.
  • In addition, the Company appointed Joe Evers as General Counsel and Jennifer Almquist as Head of Investor Relations, effective immediately.
  • “I am pleased to welcome Joe and Jennifer to the American Rare Earths team,” said Donald Swartz, Chief Executive Officer of ARR.
  • “Their experience and expertise will be invaluable to us as we build up our US presence and continue to execute on our strategic plan.”
    This market announcement has been authorized for release to the market by the CEO of American Rare Earths.

Mowery & Schoenfeld Expands Expertise With International Tax Services

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Wednesday, January 11, 2023

Mowery & Schoenfeld, LLC is excited to announce the launch of our new International Tax Practice and the opening of our Miami office.

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  • Mowery & Schoenfeld, LLC is excited to announce the launch of our new International Tax Practice and the opening of our Miami office.
  • Along with this new area of expertise, we welcome two new leaders: Fernando R. Lopez as International Tax Partner and Ricardo Aramburo Williams as International Tax Principal and Director of Latin American Services.
  • He specializes in providing International Tax services to his clients, including cross-border tax planning and structuring.
  • Mowery & Schoenfeld offers comprehensive tax, assurance, transaction advisory, outsourced accounting, wealth management, international, business advisory, and technology services through our subsidiary, Xamin.

The University of Illinois Alumni Association Opens a Community-Based Online Marketplace

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Tuesday, November 1, 2022

CHAMPAIGN, Ill., Nov. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of Illinois Alumni Association (UIAA) is proud to announce the launch of the Alma Market, an online marketplace exclusively featuring products made and sold by members of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign community.

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  • CHAMPAIGN, Ill., Nov. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The University of Illinois Alumni Association (UIAA) is proud to announce the launch of the Alma Market, an online marketplace exclusively featuring products made and sold by members of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign community.
  • With the Alma Market, the University of Illinois is the first major university to provide a dedicated online platform for alumni, students and Champaign-Urbana businesses to sell their goods.
  • All are welcome to shop the Alma Market, but vendor applications are limited to University of Illinois alumni, current students and Champaign-Urbana businesses.
  • The Alumni Association's mission is to enhance and advance the relationship between the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and all its alumni; to inspire lifelong loyalty and pride among alumni and friends by strengthening their relationship with the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; and to educate the public about the value of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and its alumni.

The Halifax Group Promotes Amit Swaroop to Principal

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Wednesday, October 12, 2022

WASHINGTON, Oct. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Halifax Group ("Halifax"), a leading private equity firm that partners with management to invest in entrepreneurial companies, announced today that it has promoted Amit Swaroop to Principal from Vice President.

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  • WASHINGTON, Oct. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Halifax Group ("Halifax"), a leading private equity firm that partners with management to invest in entrepreneurial companies, announced today that it has promoted Amit Swaroop to Principal from Vice President.
  • Mr. Swaroop, who is based in Washington, D.C., is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and executing investments, as well as supporting portfolio companies.
  • "We are proud to recognize Amit and his contributions to Halifax," said Scott Plumridge, Halifax Managing Partner.
  • "Amit is the consummate professional and team player, and we are grateful for his tireless commitment to the Halifax mission."

Yie-Hsin Hung Named President & CEO of State Street Global Advisors

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Tuesday, September 27, 2022

State Street Corporation (NYSE: STT) announced today that it has appointed Yie-Hsin Hung as president and chief executive officer (CEO) of State Street Global Advisors (Global Advisors), its asset management business.

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  • State Street Corporation (NYSE: STT) announced today that it has appointed Yie-Hsin Hung as president and chief executive officer (CEO) of State Street Global Advisors (Global Advisors), its asset management business.
  • She will join Global Advisors in December 2022, reporting to State Street Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Ron OHanley and will join State Streets Executive Committee.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220927005685/en/
    Yie-Hsin Hung , president and chief executive officer (CEO) of State Street Global Advisors (Photo: Business Wire)
    Hung joins Global Advisors from New York Life Investment Management (NYLIM), where she served as chief executive officer since 2015.
  • For four decades, State Street Global Advisors has served the worlds governments, institutions and financial advisors.

Michael A. Cervantes is being recognized by Continental Who's Who

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Monday, September 12, 2022

In pursuit of his teaching career, Mr. Cervantes obtained a Bachelor of Arts in English from California State College in 1971.

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  • In pursuit of his teaching career, Mr. Cervantes obtained a Bachelor of Arts in English from California State College in 1971.
  • Mr. Cervantes began his teaching career with El Rancho Unified School District in 1976.
  • In recognition of his professional achievements, Mr. Cervantes received the San Gabriel Mission High School Alumni Recognition Award in 2019.
  • On a personal note, Mr. Cervantes wishes to dedicate this honorable recognition to his parents, John and Bertha Cervantes, and his mentor, Dr. Roberto Cantu.

U.S. Naval Academy Alumni Association and Foundation Announces Jeff Webb, USNA Class of ’95, as Incoming President and CEO

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Thursday, April 28, 2022

After graduating from the Naval Academy, Webb served five years as a U.S. Navy SEAL officer.

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  • After graduating from the Naval Academy, Webb served five years as a U.S. Navy SEAL officer.
  • ), chair of the Naval Academy Alumni Association Board of Trustees, and J. Ronald Terwilliger 63, chair of the Naval Academy Foundation Board of Directors.
  • I welcome the opportunity to help ensure Jeff and Shannon have a successful transition as our new President and CEO family.
  • The United States Naval Academy Alumni Association and Foundation shares a single CEO and operates as a fully integrated organization to support the alumni community and the Naval Academy.

Neuvivo Adds James Kovach, MD, former NFL Player, and Current Executive Director of UC Davis Health Translational Entrepreneurship Program to Advisory Board

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Tuesday, February 8, 2022

He is committed to helping current and former football players and other professional athletes remain in top physical and mental health.

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  • He is committed to helping current and former football players and other professional athletes remain in top physical and mental health.
  • "Neuvivo is very pleased and fortunate to welcome Jim Kovach to the company's Advisory Board," said Ari Azhir, PhD, Neuvivo Founder and CEO.
  • "When we're talking about a disease where patients' functional abilities may decline rapidly, the objectives must include getting therapy to people quickly.
  • The experienced team at Neuvivo is aiming to get NP001, its ALS treatment, to patientsas soon as possible, and my commitment is to help make this happen."

Ideal Image Appoints Elizabeth Otero to Chief Marketing Officer

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Tuesday, November 16, 2021

TAMPA, Fla., Nov. 16, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ideal Image , North Americas leading aesthetics brand that is making personal aesthetic and wellness services more affordable, accessible, and effective than ever before, today announced it has appointed Elizabeth Otero as the brands Chief Marketing Officer.

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  • TAMPA, Fla., Nov. 16, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ideal Image , North Americas leading aesthetics brand that is making personal aesthetic and wellness services more affordable, accessible, and effective than ever before, today announced it has appointed Elizabeth Otero as the brands Chief Marketing Officer.
  • I am incredibly impressed by Ideal Images vision to democratize the industry and make personal aesthetics an affordable luxury for all, said Ms. Otero.
  • Ideal Image is North Americas #1 aesthetics brand, making personal aesthetic and wellness services more affordable, accessible and effective than ever before.
  • Ideal Image believes confidence changes everything, and that the only opinion that matters when it comes to your appearance and well-being is your own.

Georgetown University Alumni Association to Honor Fourteen 2019 Alumni Service Award Recipients on February 8th in Washington, D.C.

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Thursday, January 31, 2019

The Alumni Service Awards recognize individuals for their commitment of service to alumni, the university, and their communities.

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  • The Alumni Service Awards recognize individuals for their commitment of service to alumni, the university, and their communities.
  • "We are thrilled to celebrate the remarkable achievements of our most dedicated alumni leaders," said Julia Farr, Executive Director, Georgetown University Alumni Association.
  • Founded in 1881, the Georgetown University Alumni Association (GUAA) has grown to include almost 200,000 alumni from all 50 states and more than 160countries.
  • Alumni Association programs facilitate networking with fellow alumni and help establish social, service, and career opportunities around the world.