Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

The John Martinson Honors Program to Expand and Enhance SIUE's Honors Experience

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Thursday, September 14, 2023

EDWARDSVILLE, Ill., Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is pleased to announce the renaming of its esteemed University Honors Program to the John Martinson Honors Program in recognition of a generous $4 million gift from SIUE 1975 Master of Business Administration alumnus John Martinson.

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  • The transformative gift will expand and enhance the Honors experience at SIUE for students for years to come.
  • EDWARDSVILLE, Ill., Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is pleased to announce the renaming of its esteemed University Honors Program to the John Martinson Honors Program in recognition of a generous $4 million gift from SIUE 1975 Master of Business Administration alumnus John Martinson.
  • "The renaming of the Honors Program and the generous gift from Mr. Martinson exemplifies his innovative spirit and commitment to excellence in undergraduate education.
  • "Through this generous gift SIUE plans to double the Honors student body, making this unique education accessible to more students," said Jessica Hutchins, PhD, interim director of the John Martinson Honors Program.

Governor Pritzker Celebrates Groundbreaking at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023

EDWARDSVILLE, Ill., Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Chancellor James T. Minor, PhD, welcomed Governor JB Pritzker to SIUE's campus for the momentous groundbreaking ceremony of SIUE's new health science complex, the future home of SIUE's School of Pharmacy and School of Nursing.

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  • EDWARDSVILLE, Ill., Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Chancellor James T. Minor, PhD, welcomed Governor JB Pritzker to SIUE's campus for the momentous groundbreaking ceremony of SIUE's new health science complex, the future home of SIUE's School of Pharmacy and School of Nursing.
  • "We are thankful to Governor Pritzker for this investment in SIUE," said Minor.
  • "With today's groundbreaking at SIUE, we usher in a new era for Southern Illinois and its world class University – with greater access to quality education and first-rate healthcare," said Pritzker.
  • Construction is set to be completed by summer 2025.
    siue.edu [Southern Illinois University Edwardsville] provides students with a high-quality education that powerfully transforms the lives of all individuals who seek something greater.

The President's "E" Award Awarded to SIUE's Illinois SBDC International Trade Center

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Tuesday, June 6, 2023

EDWARDSVILLE, Ill., June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In 1961, President Kennedy signed an executive order reviving the World War II "E" symbol of excellence to honor and recognize America's exporters. On Tuesday, June 6, the Illinois Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and International Trade Center (ITC) at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville received the "E" award for export service at the 62nd anniversary of the award ceremony at the U.S. Department of Commerce.

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  • On Tuesday, June 6, the Illinois Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and International Trade Center (ITC) at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville received the "E" award for export service at the 62nd anniversary of the award ceremony at the U.S. Department of Commerce.
  • The Illinois SBDC ITC was one of four organizations that won the "E" award for export service and the only one located at a university.
  • The Illinois SBDC ITC at SIUE has been serving the exporting needs of small and medium-sized businesses from 35 counties in southern Illinois for nearly four decades.
  • The Illinois SBDC International Trade Center at SIUE serves businesses in southern Illinois by providing individualized, no-cost export advising, identification of foreign buyers, agents and/or distributors through trade leads, international market analysis, and more.

Phunware Announces CFO Transition

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Friday, June 2, 2023

Matt Aune will fully transition into his role as an advisor and continue to support the Company through December 31, 2023.

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  • Matt Aune will fully transition into his role as an advisor and continue to support the Company through December 31, 2023.
  • Most recently, he served as CFO of Keystone Tower Systems where he managed the finance division for nearly four years.
  • "On behalf of Phunware, I’m delighted to welcome Troy as our new CFO," said Mr. Buyse.
  • We look forward to benefiting from his insight as Phunware advances towards the next chapter of its corporate journey."

Pritzker Administration Announces $105 Million Investment for Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

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Monday, April 10, 2023

EDWARDSVILLE, Ill., April 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Governor JB Pritzker announced the investment of more than $105 million for the construction of a health sciences building and renovations to existing buildings at the Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) campus. The funding is made possible by the Governor's bipartisan Rebuild Illinois capital plan, the largest capital plan in state history.

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  • EDWARDSVILLE, Ill., April 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Governor JB Pritzker announced the investment of more than $105 million for the construction of a health sciences building and renovations to existing buildings at the Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) campus.
  • The funding is made possible by the Governor's bipartisan Rebuild Illinois capital plan, the largest capital plan in state history.
  • "The investment at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is one of many examples of how Rebuild Illinois prioritizes higher education," said Governor JB Pritzker.
  • Southern Illinois University Edwardsville provides students with a high-quality education that powerfully transforms the lives of all individuals who seek something greater.

Cedar Fair Hires Monica Sauls as Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer

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Monday, March 20, 2023

Cedar Fair Entertainment Company (NYSE: FUN), a leader in regional amusement parks, water parks and immersive entertainment, today announced that Monica Sauls has joined the company as senior vice president and chief human resources officer.

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  • Cedar Fair Entertainment Company (NYSE: FUN), a leader in regional amusement parks, water parks and immersive entertainment, today announced that Monica Sauls has joined the company as senior vice president and chief human resources officer.
  • She is based at the company’s office in Charlotte, North Carolina, and reports to President and Chief Executive Officer Richard A. Zimmerman.
  • “Monica is a dynamic leader with more than two decades of experience in aligning business and human resources strategy to drive innovation, employee engagement, and revenue growth for leading consumer brands,” said Zimmerman.
  • Prior to that, Sauls was senior human resources strategic business solutions leader for Duke Energy from 2018 to 2020.

Advantage Solutions Names New Chief Financial Officer, Chief Human Resources Officer and Chief Communications Officer

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Tuesday, March 14, 2023

IRVINE, Calif., March 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Advantage Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ: ADV) (“Advantage” or the “Company”), a leading provider of outsourced sales and marketing services to consumer goods manufacturers and retailers, today announced the hires of Chris Growe as chief financial officer, Pamela Morris-Thornton as chief human resources officer and Kelli Hammersmith as chief communications officer, all reporting to Advantage CEO Dave Peacock.

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  • IRVINE, Calif., March 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Advantage Solutions Inc. (NASDAQ: ADV) (“Advantage” or the “Company”), a leading provider of outsourced sales and marketing services to consumer goods manufacturers and retailers, today announced the hires of Chris Growe as chief financial officer, Pamela Morris-Thornton as chief human resources officer and Kelli Hammersmith as chief communications officer, all reporting to Advantage CEO Dave Peacock.
  • Morris-Thornton brings deep experience across all segments of human resources over the course of her more than 25-year career.
  • She holds a bachelor’s degree from Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville and a master’s degree in human resources management from Webster University.
  • She brings nearly two decades of communications experience to Advantage, including internal and leadership communications at Kohl’s and global people and diversity communications at Molson Coors Beverage Company.

The Inner Circle Acknowledges, Bill E. Henricks as a Top Pinnacle Professional and for his contributions to the Education Field and as a business entrepreneur.

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Monday, March 6, 2023

Mr. Henricks earned a Bachelor of Science in Art Education in 1995 at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.

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  • Mr. Henricks earned a Bachelor of Science in Art Education in 1995 at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.
  • Mr. Henricks is a retired art teacher in the Hazelwood School District in St. Louis, Missouri and currently teaches in the Granite City School District in Illinois.
  • Mr. Henricks is affiliated with the National Education Association, and he regularly participates in charitable efforts from various humane societies.
  • Prior to his career in education, Mr. Henricks served in the Army National Guard for six years.

Nous Infosystems appoints Anurag Chauhan as CEO to lead the next phase of growth

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Monday, March 6, 2023

EDISON, N.J., March 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --  Nous Infosystems - a leading global IT solutions provider delivering innovative technology services and solutions, today announced the appointment of Anurag Chauhan as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Anurag brings diverse experience working with companies of different scales, like Accenture and Coforge, where he drove sustained high growth through innovation in technology offerings, industry alignment, superior execution capabilities and client centricity. As Nous' CEO, he will be responsible for setting and executing organizational strategy, accelerating growth, driving profitability, and managing operations of the business to support the company's next phase of journey.

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  • EDISON, N.J., March 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --  Nous Infosystems - a leading global IT solutions provider delivering innovative technology services and solutions, today announced the appointment of Anurag Chauhan as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
  • As Nous' CEO, he will be responsible for setting and executing organizational strategy, accelerating growth, driving profitability, and managing operations of the business to support the company's next phase of journey.
  • With Anurag at the helm, I look forward to actively supporting him in Nous' future growth plans."
  • Having experienced phenomenal growth in the past decade, Nous is entering a dynamic new stage for accelerated growth.

Nous Infosystems appoints Anurag Chauhan as CEO to lead the next phase of growth

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Monday, March 6, 2023

EDISON, N.J., March 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --  Nous Infosystems - a leading global IT solutions provider delivering innovative technology services and solutions, today announced the appointment of Anurag Chauhan as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Anurag brings diverse experience working with companies of different scales, like Accenture and Coforge, where he drove sustained high growth through innovation in technology offerings, industry alignment, superior execution capabilities and client centricity. As Nous' CEO, he will be responsible for setting and executing organizational strategy, accelerating growth, driving profitability, and managing operations of the business to support the company's next phase of journey.

Key Points: 
  • EDISON, N.J., March 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --  Nous Infosystems - a leading global IT solutions provider delivering innovative technology services and solutions, today announced the appointment of Anurag Chauhan as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
  • As Nous' CEO, he will be responsible for setting and executing organizational strategy, accelerating growth, driving profitability, and managing operations of the business to support the company's next phase of journey.
  • With Anurag at the helm, I look forward to actively supporting him in Nous' future growth plans."
  • Having experienced phenomenal growth in the past decade, Nous is entering a dynamic new stage for accelerated growth.