Maureen

First Watch Co-Founder, Longtime CEO and Former Chairman Ken Pendery Passes Away at 70

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

BRADENTON, Fla., March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- His bold words are plastered on the walls of the Florida-based restaurant company's Home Office and serve as a constant reminder and permanent edict from the beloved hospitality leader: "Culture is integrity. It's honesty. It's respect."

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  • First Watch announced today that co-founder and longtime leader Ken Pendery passed away on March 4, 2024, after a battle with Multiple System Atrophy, a rare neurological disorder.
  • Pendery retired from the company's board of directors in 2022 after 38 years with the breakfast, brunch and lunch concept.
  • During his time at the helm, First Watch grew from about 50 restaurants in 1998 to more than 330 in 2018, when he transitioned from CEO to executive chairman.
  • Pendery is survived by his wife, Jenny; two children, Trey (Maureen) and Libby (Kevin); and four grandchildren, Woods, Nora, Sita and Red.

JAG Management Company Establishes New Regional Vice President Roles

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

With 10 new multifamily properties scheduled to join the JAG Management Company portfolio in 2024, the property management firm is pleased to announce the promotion of two regional managers to Regional Vice President to oversee growth across JAG’s portfolio along the East Coast.

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  • With 10 new multifamily properties scheduled to join the JAG Management Company portfolio in 2024, the property management firm is pleased to announce the promotion of two regional managers to Regional Vice President to oversee growth across JAG’s portfolio along the East Coast.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240215283614/en/
    JAG Management Company has promoted Maureen Haberern and Ronda Layo into new Regional Vice President roles to oversee East Coast growth.
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    Maureen Haberern takes on the role of Regional Vice President for JAG Management Company’s operations in the Carolinas, the Mid-Atlantic, and Washington Metropolitan Area.
  • Ronda Layo is JAG Management Company’s Regional Vice President overseeing assets in New England, the Mid-Atlantic, and Washington Metropolitan Area.

COP28 Event Hosted by KHNP Highlights Nuclear Energy's Crucial Role in a Carbon-Free Future

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Saturday, December 2, 2023

DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power (KHNP), the state-run energy company of Korea, hosted an event titled, 'The Role of Nuclear Energy in Accelerating a Carbon-Free Future,' today at the KHNP Pavilion during the 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28).

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  • DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power (KHNP), the state-run energy company of Korea, hosted an event titled, 'The Role of Nuclear Energy in Accelerating a Carbon-Free Future,' today at the KHNP Pavilion during the 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28).
  • This event showcased Korea's innovative net-zero nuclear solutions and explored the crucial role of nuclear energy in expediting the energy transition to reach a carbon-free future with renowned specialists from the sector.
  • The presentation was followed by a panel discussion titled, "The Role of Nuclear Energy in Accelerating a Carbon-Free Future," where nuclear energy experts and industry leaders acknowledged nuclear power as a clean and critical solution for decarbonization.
  • In addition, on Dec 1, KHNP signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Indonesia's Perusahaan Listrik Negara Nusantara Power at COP28.

COP28 Event Hosted by KHNP Highlights Nuclear Energy's Crucial Role in a Carbon-Free Future

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Saturday, December 2, 2023

DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power (KHNP), the state-run energy company of Korea, hosted an event titled, 'The Role of Nuclear Energy in Accelerating a Carbon-Free Future,' today at the KHNP Pavilion during the 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28).

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  • DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power (KHNP), the state-run energy company of Korea, hosted an event titled, 'The Role of Nuclear Energy in Accelerating a Carbon-Free Future,' today at the KHNP Pavilion during the 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28).
  • This event showcased Korea's innovative net-zero nuclear solutions and explored the crucial role of nuclear energy in expediting the energy transition to reach a carbon-free future with renowned specialists from the sector.
  • Taking the stage next, KHNP CEO Jooho Whang introduced Korea's innovative small modular reactors (i-SMR) technology and SMR Smart Net-Zero City (SSNC) model.
  • The presentation was followed by a panel discussion titled, "The Role of Nuclear Energy in Accelerating a Carbon-Free Future," where nuclear energy experts and industry leaders acknowledged nuclear power as a clean and critical solution for decarbonization.

Brand-Building Firm, 29 Design Studio is Now Agency 29

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

ROCHESTER, N.Y., Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- 29 Design Studio, a leader in food, beverage, and agriculture marketing in Upstate New York, has rebranded to Agency 29.

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  • ROCHESTER, N.Y., Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- 29 Design Studio, a leader in food, beverage, and agriculture marketing in Upstate New York, has rebranded to Agency 29.
  • The seed for the firm was planted sixteen years ago when the agency began as a freelance effort to provide design services to clients in all industries.
  • The last big change the agency made was in 2020 when the firm niched down to focus on the food, beverage, and agriculture industries.
  • Agency 29 works with food, beverage, and agriculture brands leveraging strategic insights and thoughtful marketing to create measurable change.

MedPro Systems Appoints Former Federal Prosecutor & Chief at the U.S. Attorney's Office Maureen Ruane as Director, Compliance Advisory Services

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

MOUNT ARLINGTON, N.J., Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- MedPro Systems, the leading provider of commercial and compliance solutions for the life sciences industry, announces the appointment of Maureen Ruane as Director, Compliance Advisory Services. In her new role, Ruane will support organizations by providing tailored compliance program development, roadmap planning, policy development and more to help customers build efficient and effective compliance and transparency policies and programs with confidence.

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  • Ruane joins the Compliance Advisory Services team with 30 years of legal, regulatory, and compliance experience, including serving as the first Chief of the Health Care & Government Fraud Unit at the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of New Jersey, as Vice President & Head of U.S.
  • Litigation in-house at Novartis, and as an equity partner and Chair of the Healthcare Litigation, Investigations & Compliance Group at Lowenstein Sandler LLC.
  • "We could not be more thrilled to have Maureen join us," said Terra Buckley, Vice President, Head of Compliance Advisory Services at MedPro Systems.
  • I look forward to being a member of such a customer-driven initiative and building value for all those we support."

Kentucky Owl® Releases Maighstir Edition

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Thursday, September 14, 2023

BARDSTOWN, Ky., Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Stoli Group is pleased to announce the release of its latest collaboration, Kentucky Owl® Maighstir Edition. Available across the U.S, the Maighstir Edition is the third international collaboration limited edition release from Kentucky Owl,® demonstrating the brand's imaginative take on the making of classic bourbon.

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  • BARDSTOWN, Ky., Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Stoli Group is pleased to announce the release of its latest collaboration, Kentucky Owl® Maighstir Edition.
  • Available across the U.S, the Maighstir Edition is the third international collaboration limited edition release from Kentucky Owl,® demonstrating the brand's imaginative take on the making of classic bourbon.
  • "Our latest limited edition release exemplifies the dedication of Kentucky Owl to offer Bourbon enthusiasts a glimpse into the world of Scotch whiskies," said Maureen Robinson.
  • A result of the collaboration between Master Blenders John Rhea and new Kentucky Owl Master Blender Maureen Robinson, Maighstir Edition pays homage to the rich whiskey traditions of both the United States and Scotland.

Maureen Robinson Named As New Kentucky Owl Master Blender

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

BARDSTOWN, Ky., Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Kentucky Owl, an ultra-premium award-winning bourbon and rye whiskey brand within the Stoli Group portfolio, is proud to announce the appointment of Maureen Robinson as their new Master Blender, who takes over the reins from John Rhea following his retirement after a long and industrious career. This appointment marks an exciting time for the brand as they bring in their first female Master Blender, who will provide an exciting perspective from Scotland to craft high quality signature bourbon and rye whiskeys.

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  • "I'm really looking forward to my new career venture into the bourbon industry and, as the first female master blender at Kentucky Owl, I look forward to being a role model for aspiring women who have a passion for whiskey making," says Maureen Robinson.
  • "I'm really looking forward to my new career venture into the bourbon industry and, as the first female master blender at Kentucky Owl, I look forward to being a role model for aspiring women who have a passion for whiskey making," says Maureen Robinson.
  • Stoli Group, a leading global ultra-premium spirits and wine company, purchased Kentucky Owl in 2017.
  • Dedman in 1879, the Kentucky Owl Bardstown distillery went dark during the Prohibition era and remained dormant until the brand was revived in 2014.

REV Group Announces Maureen O’Connell as New Independent Board Member

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023

REV Group, Inc. (NYSE:REVG), a leading manufacturer of specialty vehicles announced today that global business executive and board director, Maureen O’Connell, has been appointed as an independent member of its Board of Directors, effective August 25, 2023.

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  • REV Group, Inc. (NYSE:REVG), a leading manufacturer of specialty vehicles announced today that global business executive and board director, Maureen O’Connell, has been appointed as an independent member of its Board of Directors, effective August 25, 2023.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230829361824/en/
    REV Group Announces Maureen O’Connell as New Independent Board Member (Photo: Business Wire)
    “On behalf of the Board of Directors, I want to thank Justin for his valuable contributions to REV Group over the past seven years,” said Paul Bamatter, Chairman of REV Group’s Board of Directors.
  • Maureen’s diversity of experience will help broaden the skills of the current board and be invaluable to REV Group as it continues to execute on its vision.”
    In addition to REV Group, O’Connell currently is a board member and audit chair for Northwest Healthcare Properties REIT, a board member and audit chair for HH Global, and a board member for Arix Bioscience plc.
  • Maureen is also a board member and audit chair for Acacia Research, serving as audit chair since 2019, chairman from May 2019 until November 2022, and lead director since July 2023.

Innate Motion Expands North America Team with Appointment of Maureen Carlson

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Monday, August 7, 2023

Innate Motion, a global strategy consultancy, announced today the addition of Maureen Carlson to its North American team.

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  • Innate Motion, a global strategy consultancy, announced today the addition of Maureen Carlson to its North American team.
  • Partnering with North America Managing Partner Brian Powell, Carlson will tailor Innate Motion’s empathy-driven methods and proprietary tools to address the unique challenges facing today's nonprofits.
  • Innate Motion is the perfect partner with the experience and tools proven to help decode good and spur transformational growth,” said Carlson.
  • The nonprofit sector is purpose-driven by design and having Maureen will unquestionably enable us to serve this sector better through empathy-fit journeys,” said Joyshree Reinelt, Co-founder of Innate Motion.