C40 Cities Climate Leadership Group

The Climate Pledge and C40 Cities Partner to Launch Laneshift, an International Initiative to Decarbonize Freight Trucks in Developing Countries

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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Road freight is a major source of air pollution and one of the most important sectors to decarbonize, but it’s also one of the most challenging.

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  • Road freight is a major source of air pollution and one of the most important sectors to decarbonize, but it’s also one of the most challenging.
  • Through Laneshift, The Climate Pledge, C40 Cities (a network of mayors from around the world), private and public sector stakeholders, city governments and non-government organizations will all work together to help equitably reduce and avoid greenhouse emissions.
  • Laneshift will bring together cities and businesses that are at the leading edge of climate action, through this unique partnership between C40 and The Climate Pledge.
  • This is the kind of collaboration that will be essential for success,” said Tom Rivett-Carnac, founding partner of Global Optimism.

NFP Integrates Its Surety Practice into Its Construction & Infrastructure Group

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023
Risk management, NFP, Property, C&I, C40 Cities Climate Leadership Group, General insurance, Sales, Surety

NEW YORK, Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NFP, a leading property and casualty broker, benefits consultant, wealth manager and retirement plan advisor, today announced it is integrating its Surety practice into its Construction & Infrastructure (C&I) Group.

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  • NEW YORK, Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- NFP , a leading property and casualty broker, benefits consultant, wealth manager and retirement plan advisor, today announced it is integrating its Surety practice into its Construction & Infrastructure (C&I) Group .
  • "Surety plays a vital role in our clients' portfolios of risk management solutions," said Henry Lombardi, executive vice president, Property and Casualty, NFP.
  • "The integration of Surety into C&I will ensure alignment that enhances carrier relationships, maximizes efficiency and drives consistency and quality in how we serve clients."
  • Thomas Henn will take on the role of Surety leader, US, and join the C&I Executive Leadership Group, while John Stewart remains Surety leader, Canada.

SIOR ANNOUNCES LYNN REICH, SIOR, WINNER OF THE 2023 HOWELL WATSON DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Society of Industrial and Office Realtors® (SIOR), the world's premier commercial real estate organization for industrial and office brokers, is pleased to announce Lynn Reich, SIOR, as the winner for the Howell Watson Distinguished Service Award of 2023.

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  • WASHINGTON, Sept. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Society of Industrial and Office Realtors® (SIOR), the world's premier commercial real estate organization for industrial and office brokers, is pleased to announce Lynn Reich, SIOR, as the winner for the Howell Watson Distinguished Service Award of 2023.
  • Lynn Reich receives the Howell Watson Distinguished Service Award of 2023, is one of only 17 to be honored since 1985.
  • The Howell Watson Distinguished Service Award is the highest form of industry recognition given by SIOR and it recognizes an individual's outstanding vision, leadership, and service to SIOR and the broader commercial real estate (CRE) industry.
  • This award was originally named after a distinguished leader of SIOR, Howell H. Watson.

As Recession Fears Fade, Business Executives' Outlook on the U.S. Economy Brightens a Bit, AICPA & CIMA Survey Finds

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Thursday, August 31, 2023
Workforce, U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Inspector General, Optimism, U.S. Department of Defense Strategy for Operating in Cyberspace, C40 Cities Climate Leadership Group, Perception, AICPA, Organization, Growth, CIMA, Management, Drug, Video game, CGMA

U.S. business executives' views of the global economy also improved somewhat, with 17% expressing optimism, up from 11% last quarter.

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  • U.S. business executives' views of the global economy also improved somewhat, with 17% expressing optimism, up from 11% last quarter.
  • Sixteen percent of business executives said they still expected a recession by year end, a dramatic drop from the 47% who expressed that sentiment last quarter.
  • The percentage of those who said they believed the economy is already in recession also fell sharply.
  • The AICPA survey is a forward-looking indicator that tracks hiring and business-related expectations for the next 12 months.

WRLDCTY, The Global Forum for Urban Innovation, returns to New York City October 2 – 4

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Thursday, August 31, 2023
Interview, Marketing, City, Culture, Celebration, Government, C40 Cities Climate Leadership Group, Bank of America, Living lab, Nobel Prize Museum, Economic development, Fair, Bank, Mobile phone, Tourism, Resonance

Since 2020, WRLDCTY’s online and in-person forums have established a global network of more than 10,000 city-builders spanning nearly 90 countries.

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  • Since 2020, WRLDCTY’s online and in-person forums have established a global network of more than 10,000 city-builders spanning nearly 90 countries.
  • WRLDCTY is produced by Resonance , a leading global advisor on placemaking, branding and marketing for the world’s best cities, districts, developments and destinations.
  • The Oct. 2 – 4 event will once again take place in-person, as well as being available virtually around the world.
  • More than 200 city leaders are expected in New York, including global urban innovators from C40 Cities, Snøhetta, Lendlease, Tel Aviv Foundation, Nobel Prize Museum, BMW Foundation, PlacemakingX and dozens of other innovative urban organizations and cities.

Hazel Claxton Appointed to Bank of Montreal Board of Directors

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023
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TORONTO, Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Bank of Montreal today announced the appointment of Hazel Claxton, former Executive Vice-President and Chief Human Resources Officer of Morneau Shepell Inc. (now part of TELUS Health), to its Board of Directors.

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  • TORONTO, Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Bank of Montreal today announced the appointment of Hazel Claxton, former Executive Vice-President and Chief Human Resources Officer of Morneau Shepell Inc. (now part of TELUS Health), to its Board of Directors.
  • "We are pleased to welcome Hazel to the Board of Directors," said George A.
  • Ms. Claxton currently sits on the boards of Allied Properties REIT, TELUS Corporation, University Pension Plan Ontario and Unity Health Toronto.
  • Ms. Claxton holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) from Queen's University and the ICD.D designation from the Institute of Corporate Directors.

Hazel Claxton Appointed to Bank of Montreal Board of Directors

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023
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TORONTO, Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bank of Montreal today announced the appointment of Hazel Claxton, former Executive Vice-President and Chief Human Resources Officer of Morneau Shepell Inc. (now part of TELUS Health), to its Board of Directors.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bank of Montreal today announced the appointment of Hazel Claxton, former Executive Vice-President and Chief Human Resources Officer of Morneau Shepell Inc. (now part of TELUS Health), to its Board of Directors.
  • "We are pleased to welcome Hazel to the Board of Directors," said George A.
  • Ms. Claxton currently sits on the boards of Allied Properties REIT, TELUS Corporation, University Pension Plan Ontario and Unity Health Toronto.
  • Ms. Claxton holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) from Queen's University and the ICD.D designation from the Institute of Corporate Directors.

Former Ford Leader, Soraya Kim Larkin, Joins New Hydrogen Solution Company, H2 Power Co., to Bring Innovative Products to Market

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Wednesday, July 19, 2023
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ENGLEWOOD, Colo., July 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- When entrepreneur Dan Dietrich founded H2 Power Co., he sought to build an A-Team in the renewable hydrogen industry. The latest addition to the team, Soraya Kim Larkin, has been named Division President reflecting the company's dedication to excellence and innovation in hydrogen solutions. Larkin, formerly Ford Motor Company's CTO Chief of Staff and Director of Strategic Partnerships and Operations in Research & Advanced Engineering (R&A), brings with her a wealth of business acumen and leadership experience.

Key Points: 
  • ENGLEWOOD, Colo., July 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- When entrepreneur Dan Dietrich founded H2 Power Co., he sought to build an A-Team in the renewable hydrogen industry.
  • The latest addition to the team, Soraya Kim Larkin, has been named Division President reflecting the company's dedication to excellence and innovation in hydrogen solutions.
  • "Her energy, well-rounded experience, and talents are exactly what we need at H2 Power Co. Soraya is the perfect leader to help implement our new ideas.
  • Larkin is an avid hiker and has participated in many fundraising events for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.

Leading firms and world experts will participate at the new Tomorrow.Building

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Wednesday, June 28, 2023
High Council, Construction, Samsung C&T Corporation, BIM, City, ABB, Bentley, Congress, Climate change, Architect, Climate, Ecosystem, Sener, Blue economy, Robotics, Drees, Drees & Sommer, Environment, Property technology, Renewable energy, Forestry, Creative industries, C40 Cities Climate Leadership Group

BARCELONA, Spain, June 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Companies that are widely known for their disruptive spirit and commitment to innovation, such as ABB, Bentley, Drees & Sommer, Samsung C&T Corporation, Schréder and Sener will be among the firms showcasing their latest innovations to make the construction industry more circular, efficient and resilient.

Key Points: 
  • BARCELONA, Spain, June 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Companies that are widely known for their disruptive spirit and commitment to innovation, such as ABB, Bentley, Drees & Sommer, Samsung C&T Corporation, Schréder and Sener will be among the firms showcasing their latest innovations to make the construction industry more circular, efficient and resilient.
  • Topics such as digital and sustainable construction, the renovation and decarbonisation of buildings, smart buildings and infrastructures, the circular economy, facility management and PropTech will be the core themes of Tomorrow.Building’s keynotes, an event that seeks to contribute to the design of a new construction, one that is less aggressive to the environment and extensive in the use of energy resources.
  • Tomorrow.Building, together with Tomorrow.Mobility and Tomorrow.Blue Economy, is part of Smart City Expo World Congress 2023, the biggest event in the world focusing on cities and urban innovation.
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AIMCO APPOINTS LEADER FOR ASIA-PAC

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023
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In addition to his global responsibilities, he will also set the strategic direction of our team in Singapore.

Key Points: 
  • In addition to his global responsibilities, he will also set the strategic direction of our team in Singapore.
  • AIMCo is among Canada's largest and most diversified institutional investment managers with $158 billion of assets under management.
  • AIMCo invests globally on behalf of 17 pension, endowment and government fund clients in the Province of Alberta.
  • AIMCo manages more than 30 pools of capital on behalf of these clients.