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Dale LeFebvre, Founder and Executive Chairman of 3.5.7.11 Investments, to Receive 2024 Horatio Alger Award

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

WASHINGTON, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans, Inc., a nonprofit educational organization honoring the achievements of outstanding individuals and encouraging youth to pursue their dreams through higher education, today announced that Dale LeFebvre, Founder and Executive Chairman of 3.5.7.11 Investments, has been selected for membership in this prestigious organization. Mr. LeFebvre joins 10 other exceptional business, civic and cultural leaders from across North America in receiving 2024 honors. For more than 75 years, the Horatio Alger Award has been annually bestowed upon esteemed individuals who have succeeded despite facing adversities, and who have remained committed to higher education and charitable efforts in their communities. 

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  • "Hailing from humble beginnings, Dale LeFebvre understood the value of education from a young age," said Terrence J. Giroux, executive director, Horatio Alger Association.
  • "It is our utmost honor to present the Horatio Alger Award to these 11 outstanding leaders who have exemplified perseverance, passion and a deep appreciation for higher education," said James F. Dicke II, chairman, Horatio Alger Association and 2015 Horatio Alger Award recipient.
  • Mr. LeFebvre and the Member Class of 2024 will be formally inducted into the Association on April 4-6, 2024, during the Association's annual Horatio Alger Award Induction Ceremonies in Washington, D.C.
  • For more information about Horatio Alger Association and its Member Class of 2024, please visit www.horatioalger.org and follow the organization on Facebook , X , LinkedIn and Instagram .

MPA Program Celebrates 50th Anniversary at College of Law and Public Service

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

LA VERNE, Calif., Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The University of La Verne is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its Master of Public Administration (MPA) program within the College of Law and Public Service this year. The program has become a beacon of excellence in public administration education across Southern California and beyond.

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  • The University of La Verne is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its Master of Public Administration (MPA) program.
  • LA VERNE, Calif., Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The University of La Verne is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its Master of Public Administration (MPA) program within the College of Law and Public Service this year.
  • Over the years, the MPA program has produced skilled professionals who have made significant contributions to the public sector.
  • "The public administration program allows us to be a part of a broader national perspective on governance and networking across communities," College of Law and Public Service Associate Dean Suzanne Beaumaster said.

SKLAR KIRSH ELEVATES ATTORNEYS KATY CONROY AND WILL WALKER TO PARTNER

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- California law firm Sklar Kirsh LLP announced today the elevation of two of its Corporate and Real Estate attorneys, Katy Conroy and Will Walker , to the partnership effective January 1, 2024.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- California law firm Sklar Kirsh LLP announced today the elevation of two of its Corporate and Real Estate attorneys, Katy Conroy and Will Walker , to the partnership effective January 1, 2024.
  • "Katy and Will embody the dedication, skill, and client-focused approach we value at Sklar Kirsh," remarked Andrew T. Kirsh, Co-chairman of the firm and head of its Real Estate Department.
  • Katy Conroy, a former 'big law' M&A attorney, brings a wealth of experience in complex corporate and real estate transactions.
  • Demonstrating exceptional growth and expertise, Walker made Partner in just six years, a notable achievement reflecting the firm's development of talent.

Selectis Health Makes Key Leadership Appointments

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023

Greenwood Village, CO, Dec. 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Selectis Health, Inc. (OTC: GBCS) ("Selectis" or the "Company") has appointed Jim Creamer as Interim Chief Financial Officer and Clifford Neuman to its board of directors. Creamer’s appointment is effective as of December 18, 2023, and Neuman’s appointment will be effective on January 1, 2024.

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  • Greenwood Village, CO, Dec. 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Selectis Health, Inc. (OTC: GBCS) ("Selectis" or the "Company") has appointed Jim Creamer as Interim Chief Financial Officer and Clifford Neuman to its board of directors.
  • Following a 15-year investment banking career, Creamer brings nearly 20 years of experience in public company leadership roles.
  • In addition to his role at Selectis, Creamer serves as the Principal of Corporate Solutions Advisors, LLC, which offers outsourced, fractional CFO services to small, growth-oriented companies across several industries.
  • “Jim’s extensive financial leadership and public company experience will enable us to strengthen Selectis’ financial controls and continue progressing our long-term strategic initiatives,” said Adam Desmond, interim CEO of Selectis.

MCRA Announces Hassan F. Abdallah as New Head of Healthcare Compliance

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

MCRA is pleased to announce the hiring of Hassan F. Abdallah as the Head of Healthcare Compliance.

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  • MCRA is pleased to announce the hiring of Hassan F. Abdallah as the Head of Healthcare Compliance.
  • Hassan Abdallah is an accomplished and seasoned professional in the field of healthcare compliance.
  • Prior to joining MCRA, Mr. Abdallah served in several compliance leadership positions, overseeing compliance program development, audit representation, and corporate compliance program implementation.
  • David Lown, President of MCRA, said "MCRA began offering healthcare compliance advisory services to our clients in 2005, as we recognized an effective compliance program is a fundamental business requirement for any healthcare organization.

Trial Attorney Mitchell McCrea joins Slack Davis Sanger

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Friday, September 29, 2023

AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Slack Davis Sanger announces that veteran trial attorney, Mitchell McCrea, has joined the firm as a partner in the Dallas, Texas, office. Mitch brings twenty years of experience as an attorney, having started on the insurance defense side for an aviation firm before moving to the plaintiff's personal injury side almost 15 years ago.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Slack Davis Sanger announces that veteran trial attorney, Mitchell McCrea, has joined the firm as a partner in the Dallas, Texas, office.
  • "As we celebrate our 30th Anniversary this year as a firm, I am excited about the expansion of our Dallas office," said Dallas Managing Partner, Ladd Sanger.
  • With offices in Austin, Dallas, and Fort Worth, Slack Davis represents clients from around the globe in catastrophic personal injury matters.
  • For more information, please contact Marketing Director Stephanie Eitrheim at Slack Davis Sanger at 512-225-5322 or [email protected] .

KPMG strengthens services to clients with cross-border needs

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023

A practicing lawyer and accountant, Mr. Feigenbaum's new role as Partner will also involve working closely with KPMG Family Office.

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  • A practicing lawyer and accountant, Mr. Feigenbaum's new role as Partner will also involve working closely with KPMG Family Office.
  • "Having spent my early career with KPMG's cross-border tax practice, I am delighted to rejoin the KPMG family," says Mr. Feigenbaum, Partner, KPMG in Canada.
  • "There is a strong appetite for integrated services that help mobile individuals and families navigate their complex tax, legal, wealth and estate planning needs.
  • KPMG Law LLP is the law firm affiliated with KPMG in Canada.

Valor Hires Will Allison as Senior Land Manager

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

FORT WORTH, Texas, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Valor, a Fort Worth-based specialty asset management company with expertise in providing mineral management solutions and oil and gas operator outsourcing, has announced the hiring of Will Allison, who will serve as a senior land manager across the company's Mineral Management and Oil and Gas Outsourcing Divisions. In this job role, Allison will primarily focus on optimizing existing and new clients' mineral assets, utilizing his robust experience with trust and estate planning, combined with Valor's proprietary software, mineral.tech®. He will also support and enhance the company's oil and gas outsourcing department that provides various services to oil and gas operators and investors.

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  • FORT WORTH, Texas, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Valor , a Fort Worth-based specialty asset management company with expertise in providing mineral management solutions and oil and gas operator outsourcing , has announced the hiring of Will Allison, who will serve as a senior land manager across the company's Mineral Management and Oil and Gas Outsourcing Divisions.
  • "As our client roster of mineral asset holders continues to grow, we're committed to hiring top talent like Will Allison to shore up our land and mineral management division," said Hanna Howard , chief operating officer at Valor.
  • "As a senior land manager, Allison will be instrumental in helping Valor update and optimize current client portfolios, including oversight for our specialty asset holders and the onboarding of new clients through various business development initiatives."
  • Prior to joining Valor, Allison served as a vice-president for JPMorgan Chase Bank's Domestic Trust Services, which provides operational support for the fiduciary management of specialty assets, including mineral and real estate holdings.

New Associate Attorney, Rebecca Olla, Joins The Bishop Law Firm

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Friday, August 18, 2023

RALEIGH, N.C. , Aug. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Attorney Rebecca A. Olla was raised in Austin, Texas. She obtained her undergraduate degree from Bryn Mawr College in Pennsylvania and her Law Degree from the University of Texas School of Law in Austin.

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  • Attorney Rebecca Olla joined The Bishop Law Firm as an attorney on August 14, 2023.
  • She obtained her undergraduate degree from Bryn Mawr College in Pennsylvania and her Law Degree from the University of Texas School of Law in Austin.
  • Before joining The Bishop Law Firm, Rebecca worked for the Texas State Office of the Attorney General and the U.S. District Court of Southern New York.
  • Rebecca handles Personal Injury, Car Accident Injury and Workers' Compensation cases for The Bishop Law Firm.

Solera Health Names Zachary McBride General Counsel

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Thursday, June 29, 2023

PHOENIX, June 27, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Solera Health , the premier technology platform for connecting people seamlessly and easily to health solutions that work, today announced the appointment of Zachary McBride as general counsel.

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  • PHOENIX, June 27, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Solera Health , the premier technology platform for connecting people seamlessly and easily to health solutions that work, today announced the appointment of Zachary McBride as general counsel.
  • As Solera general counsel, McBride will advise the company in its mission to drive value, enhance consumer experience and improve outcomes throughout the payer and employer health management ecosystems.
  • "I’m delighted to join Solera, a company that shares my vision for a more effective, more efficient healthcare system,” said McBride.
  • Solera Health welcomes McBride as the company looks forward to continued momentum in the market.