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Fast Forward Releases Decade of Impact Report and Progress in New AI Category

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Fast Forward, which brings the tech and nonprofit communities together to deploy tech to solve humanity's biggest challenges, today released its tenth annual impact report. The report covers key 2023 milestones and shares insights into how Fast Forward has shaped the tech nonprofit sector and ushered in AI-powered nonprofits.

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  • Over the last decade, Fast Forward has shaped the tech nonprofit sector; plus a new category known as 'AI for humanity' emerges
    SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Fast Forward , which brings the tech and nonprofit communities together to deploy tech to solve humanity's biggest challenges, today released its tenth annual impact report.
  • The report covers key 2023 milestones and shares insights into how Fast Forward has shaped the tech nonprofit sector and ushered in AI-powered nonprofits.
  • The trend highlights the growing interest in AI and serves as a bridge to Fast Forward's next endeavor: ' AI for Humanity .'
  • To drive this movement, Fast Forward is poised to expand its team by 25%, including the addition of a new role– Director of AI Programs .

Hyundai Announces New Production Start Date at Metaplant America During Hyundai Day in Georgia

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Monday, February 26, 2024
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At the event, Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA) revealed that the official start of production has accelerated to the fourth quarter of 2024 with the grand opening celebration targeted for the first quarter of 2025.

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  • At the event, Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA) revealed that the official start of production has accelerated to the fourth quarter of 2024 with the grand opening celebration targeted for the first quarter of 2025.
  • Additionally, the General Assembly passed a Resolution commending Hyundai Motor Group's dedication to the State of Georgia and recognizing Feb. 26, 2024, as Hyundai Day at the State Capitol.
  • "Georgia is like a second home to us," said José Muñoz, president and global COO, Hyundai Motor Company, and president and CEO, Hyundai and Genesis Motor North America.
  • Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA) is Hyundai Motor Group's first dedicated Electric Vehicle mass-production plant and is located in Bryan County, Georgia.

JCP&L President Jim Fakult Receives Awards from Morris Habitat for Humanity and ROI-NJ

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Friday, February 23, 2024
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HOLMDEL, N.J., Feb. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Jim Fakult, President of FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) subsidiary Jersey Central Power and Light (JCP&L), has been named the recipient of Morris Habitat for Humanity's Community Partner Award for 2024.

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  • HOLMDEL, N.J., Feb. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Jim Fakult, President of FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) subsidiary Jersey Central Power and Light (JCP&L), has been named the recipient of Morris Habitat for Humanity's Community Partner Award for 2024.
  • Since 2019, the FirstEnergy Foundation has donated more than $23,000 to Morris Habitat for Humanity.
  • Additionally, Fakult has been named to ROI-NJ's Influencers Power List for 2024, earning the 17th spot on the list's Super 60 .
  • Jim Fakult, President of JCP&L: "I am deeply appreciative of both the Morris Habitat for Humanity and ROI-NJ for these honors.

The Agency Launches First Office in Halifax, Nova Scotia

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Global real estate brokerage The Agency proudly announces the launch of its new office in Halifax, Nova Scotia. The new locale, which will be known as The Agency Halifax, is the firm's first office in Nova Scotia, joining the brokerage's growing network of offices in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, and Europe. The office will be led by accomplished industry veterans Steve Bailey, Katia Bailey, and Cait Banks who will serve as Managing Partners, as well as Megan Landry and James Goode who will serve as Managing Directors. The Agency has 18 offices throughout Canada including in Brantford, Calgary, Fort McMurray, Kelowna, Montreal, Muskoka, Oakville, Ottawa, Outaouais, Toronto, Vancouver, Victoria, Waterloo, and the York region.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Global real estate brokerage The Agency proudly announces the launch of its new office in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
  • The new locale, which will be known as The Agency Halifax, is the firm's first office in Nova Scotia, joining the brokerage's growing network of offices in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, and Europe.
  • "As our first office in Nova Scotia and the latest addition to our ever growing Agency family in Canada, we know that this locale is in great hands with the impressive team of experts at the helm."
  • "We are honored to add The Agency Halifax to our diverse portfolio of Agency office locations throughout Canada," said Steve and Katia Bailey.

City Furniture Selects Elite Rewards "Sales Vendor of the Year" 2023

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024
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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Elite Rewards, a consumer incentive marketing company based in Tampa, Florida received City Furniture's "Sales Vendor of the Year" Award for 2023 presented by CEO Andrew Koenig for its continued partnership and success growing business through its "Test Rest – Get & Give" and Gift with Purchase (GWP) programs.

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  • "Elite Rewards is always looking to evolve what customers desire as a gift, they're innovative and timely.
  • City Furniture also recognized Elite for its success in increasing conversion of in-store traffic into additional sales utilizing Elite's "Test Rest – Get & Give'' mattress program.
  • City Furniture introduced the concept of "Get $25, Give $25", to customers testing mattresses while visiting the store.
  • Those wishing to learn more about Elite Rewards, please visit www.eliterewards.biz , or contact J.B. Siegel, Press contact at [email protected] , tel: 727-543-8100.

Cornerstone Building Brands Names Country Music Trio Lady A as Home for Good Project Ambassador

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Thursday, February 15, 2024
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Cornerstone Building Brands, Inc. (“Cornerstone Building Brands”), the largest manufacturer of exterior building products by sales in North America, has named GRAMMY® Award-winning country music trio Lady A as its 2024 Home for Good project ambassador.

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  • Cornerstone Building Brands, Inc. (“Cornerstone Building Brands”), the largest manufacturer of exterior building products by sales in North America, has named GRAMMY® Award-winning country music trio Lady A as its 2024 Home for Good project ambassador.
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    Cornerstone Building Brands, Inc. (“Cornerstone Building Brands”), the largest manufacturer of exterior building products by sales in North America, announced today that country music trio Lady A has been named its 2024 Home for Good project ambassador.
  • The country music industry has been a steadfast supporter of the Home for Good project since its launch, featuring a new country music ambassador every year.
  • “Through the Home for Good project, Habitat and Cornerstone Building Brands are able to help even more homeowners build a place where their families can thrive.

Hyundai Conquers the Big Game with Multi-Brand Instagram Takeover

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
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"This proved to be an extremely rewarding weekend for the 22 brands that joined in the fun and took over Hyundai's Insta channel.

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  • "This proved to be an extremely rewarding weekend for the 22 brands that joined in the fun and took over Hyundai's Insta channel.
  • Hyundai also purchased regional buys for the Viking-themed ad during and around the big game in target markets.
  • This content and more will also extend across Hyundai's social media channels such as TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube.
  • Hyundai Motor America offers U.S. consumers a technology-rich lineup of cars, SUVs, and electrified vehicles, while supporting Hyundai Motor Company's Progress for Humanity vision.

Hyundai IONIQ 6 Crowned 2023 CleanTechnica Car of the Year

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
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"The IONIQ 6 capturing the hearts of voters to win the 2023 CleanTechnica Car of the Year Award is truly gratifying," said Ricky Lao, director, product planning, Hyundai Motor North America.

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  • "The IONIQ 6 capturing the hearts of voters to win the 2023 CleanTechnica Car of the Year Award is truly gratifying," said Ricky Lao, director, product planning, Hyundai Motor North America.
  • This CleanTechnica Car of the Year accolade serves as further validation for our tireless efforts and our drive to deliver Progress For Humanity."
  • "The Hyundai IONIQ 6 is a beauty, hyper-efficient, and more spacious than it appears on the outside.
  • The CleanTechnica Car of the Year winners for 2023 were determined through a comprehensive process involving both the organization's editorial team and its readership community.

Former NCUA Chairman Rodney E. Hood Joins Zest AI's Board of Directors

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Zest AI, the leader in AI lending technology, is honored to welcome the former National Credit Union Administration Board (NCUA) Chairman, Rodney E. Hood, to its Board of Directors. A longtime champion of economic empowerment and financial inclusion, Hood brings 30 years of both public and private financial services experience to the now five-person board, which also includes Upfront Ventures Partner Aditi Maliwal, Matrix Partners General Partner Dana Stalder, and Insight Partners Managing Director Jon Rosenbaum.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Zest AI , the leader in AI lending technology, is honored to welcome the former National Credit Union Administration Board (NCUA) Chairman, Rodney E. Hood, to its Board of Directors.
  • "It's a privilege to welcome Rodney to our Board of Directors," said Zest AI CEO Mike de Vere.
  • From his commitment to ensuring an equitable credit system to his fearless and forward-thinking mindset, Rodney embraces AI technology for good.
  • In 2019, he was nominated to serve again, this time as NCUA Board Chairman, making Hood the first Black American to lead a banking regulatory agency.

HomeVestors® Names The Ugliest House Of The Year® for 2023

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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A charming 1890s farmhouse in Williamsburg, Va. has won the title of The Ugliest House Of The Year® for 2023 from HomeVestors of America, Inc. , the We Buy Ugly Houses® people.

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  • A charming 1890s farmhouse in Williamsburg, Va. has won the title of The Ugliest House Of The Year® for 2023 from HomeVestors of America, Inc. , the We Buy Ugly Houses® people.
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    This charming 1890s farmhouse in Williamsburg, Va. won the title of The Ugliest House Of The Year® for 2023 from HomeVestors of America, Inc., the We Buy Ugly Houses® people.
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    Located on Semple Road in Williamsburg, The Ugliest House Of The Year® for 2023 was originally built in 1890 as the homestead for a 70-acre farm.
  • A ceremony celebrating Nice’s selection and the donation to Habitat for Humanity Peninsula and Greater Williamsburg will take place next month.