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Photronics Announces Chief Financial Officer Retirement and Appoints Interim CFO

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

BROOKFIELD, Conn., Jan. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Photronics, Inc. (NASDAQ:PLAB), a worldwide leader in photomask technologies and solutions, today announced that John Jordan, executive vice president and chief financial officer, has decided to retire.

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  • BROOKFIELD, Conn., Jan. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Photronics, Inc. (NASDAQ:PLAB), a worldwide leader in photomask technologies and solutions, today announced that John Jordan, executive vice president and chief financial officer, has decided to retire.
  • Mr. Jordan, who has served as CFO since he joined the company in 2017, will retire February 23, 2024.
  • We all wish him well in his retirement.”
    The Board of Directors has approved the appointment of Eric Rivera as interim chief financial officer, effective upon Mr. Jordan's retirement.
  • Mr. Rivera joined Photronics in 2016 as corporate controller and has served as chief accounting officer since 2020.

Northern Trust Appoints Wing Wilson Chief Fiduciary Officer, East Region

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023

Northern Trust has appointed Wing Wilson as Chief Fiduciary Officer, East Region, where she will lead the team in the delivery of fiduciary and advisory services to families, individuals and foundations.

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  • Northern Trust has appointed Wing Wilson as Chief Fiduciary Officer, East Region, where she will lead the team in the delivery of fiduciary and advisory services to families, individuals and foundations.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231212635719/en/
    In this role, Wilson, who will be based in New York City, will have fiduciary oversight across Northern Trust’s East region, spanning from Florida to the New England states.
  • Wilson has more than 15 years of experience in fiduciary services, including most recently as Director, Senior Regional Fiduciary Manager for BNY Mellon Wealth Management, where she led all aspects of fiduciary business for the broader New York region.
  • “Wing’s integrity and expertise in navigating the complex fiduciary issues facing ultra-high net worth families and individuals will benefit our clients and accelerate the growth of our fiduciary services across the region,” said Pam Lucina, Chief Fiduciary Officer for Northern Trust.

Dignity Health Global Education Announces Strategic Rebrand to OpusVi

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

PHOENIX, Ariz., Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Dignity Health Global Education (DHGE), a leading workforce development solutions provider, backed by CommonSpirit Health, Providence Health and Premier, that exclusively enables healthcare systems and organizations to upskill and retain top talent, is announcing its strategic rebrand to OpusVi .

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  • PHOENIX, Ariz., Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Dignity Health Global Education (DHGE), a leading workforce development solutions provider, backed by CommonSpirit Health, Providence Health and Premier, that exclusively enables healthcare systems and organizations to upskill and retain top talent, is announcing its strategic rebrand to OpusVi .
  • "OpusVi provides healthcare systems the opportunity to offer high-quality, economical continued education, collegiate-level programs and master's programs at scale to their organizations.
  • OpusVi is dedicated to working with its healthcare partners to build transformative workforce solutions by prioritizing scale, trust, impact, innovation, compassion and technology.
  • To learn more about OpusVi, visit our website OpusVi.com and to stay updated on company updates, follow us on LinkedIn .

G8RTech, Inc. Names Its Medical Advisory Committee

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Thursday, September 14, 2023

G8RTech, Inc.—a specialized protective equipment company—has announced its medical advisory committee.

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  • G8RTech, Inc.—a specialized protective equipment company—has announced its medical advisory committee.
  • The Medical Advisory Committee is composed of Drs.
  • She pursued her undergraduate studies in Biochemistry at Harvard College and subsequently completed her medical training and residency at the Mt.
  • “We are overjoyed to announce the formation of our Medical Advisory Committee,” said Carter Hogg.

Havenpark Communities Awards Academic Scholarships to Five Iowa Students

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023

OREM, Utah, Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Havenpark Communities , an owner and operator of manufactured home communities in Iowa and across the country, has awarded academic scholarships to five of its Iowa residents.

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  • OREM, Utah, Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Havenpark Communities , an owner and operator of manufactured home communities in Iowa and across the country, has awarded academic scholarships to five of its Iowa residents.
  • Students Joel Castillo, Minh Giang, Isabel Jimenez, Karashauna Jones, and Sarai Trigueros will benefit from Havenpark's Education Success Program, an initiative committed to increasing access to education for those living in Havenpark communities.
  • "Our mission is to create thriving, healthy communities," said J. Anthony Antonelli, chairman and co-founder of Havenpark Communities.
  • Thirty-eight students from Havenpark communities across the country were selected to receive a scholarship in 2023, a testament to the rapid growth of the program, which began with only three students.

Dr. Meisha Porter Joins Robin Advisory Board, Bringing Expertise in Education and Community Empowerment

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Thursday, June 29, 2023

As the first black woman to hold the position of Chancellor, Dr. Meisha Porter made history while overseeing the education of 1.1 million students across more than 1,800 schools.

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  • As the first black woman to hold the position of Chancellor, Dr. Meisha Porter made history while overseeing the education of 1.1 million students across more than 1,800 schools.
  • Dr. Porter served in various roles at LGJ, including Community Coordinator, Internship Coordinator, English teacher, Assistant Principal, and eventually Principal in 2004.
  • “It is truly my pleasure to join such a fantastic organization in an advisory capacity,” said Dr. Porter.
  • "Her deep expertise in education, coupled with her unwavering dedication to equity, make her an invaluable addition to our team.

After losing her mother, and a mid-year move from Chicago, Student is embraced by school community and is now moving on to college

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023

YONKERS, N.Y., June 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Forced to abruptly relocate from Chicago to Yonkers, NY, four years ago when her mother died of breast cancer, Jaclyn Allyn didn't know where she and her two siblings would continue their studies.

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  • "Their support for me and my family after my mother's death gave me strength and the confidence that I could go on.
  • Most of the school's graduating seniors have already taken college-credit courses, and they will not need remedial courses in college.
  • Jaclyn is a great example of the crucially important role a school can play in shaping a student's future."
  • Many members of the Class of 2023 chose to stay local and attend colleges close to home, including Mercy College, Iona University and Westchester Community College.

OMNIQ’S AI BASED MACHINE VISION SaaS SOLUTION “PERCS” TO BE DEPLOYED AT MERCY COLLEGE IN DOBBS FERRY, NEW YORK

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Thursday, June 15, 2023

The omniQ PERCS™ system is a cloud-based software and hardware solution designed to revolutionize parking management.

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  • The omniQ PERCS™ system is a cloud-based software and hardware solution designed to revolutionize parking management.
  • By leveraging omniQ's AI based Machine Vision Vehicle Recognition System (VRS), PERCS™ transforms a vehicle's license plate and other attributes like make and color into a convenient virtual parking permit.
  • CEO Shai Lustgarten stated “We are delighted to announce that Mercy College has chosen to implement our total solution for their parking management operations.
  • By adopting our cloud-based SaaS offering, Mercy will gain complete control over permit issuance, automated citation processes, and revenue collection.

Pittsburgh Student Wins Regional Youth Entrepreneurship Competition

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Thursday, June 15, 2023

NEW YORK, June 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Global entrepreneurship education nonprofit Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) has named five student businesses as the winners of its annual Mid-Atlantic Regional Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge.

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  • NEW YORK, June 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Global entrepreneurship education nonprofit Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) has named five student businesses as the winners of its annual Mid-Atlantic Regional Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge.
  • 1st Place: Hannah Russell of Pittsburgh Science and Technology Academy for Plateau, a custom platform shoe company, featuring a detachable top and sole design.
  • 2nd Place: Tationna Pack of Pittsburgh Science and Technology Academy for One-Minute Vending, a multicultural beauty vending machine business.
  • The NFTE Mid-Atlantic Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge was presented by Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) and Santander, with associate support from the Citi Foundation and Reference Point.

Mercy College to Welcome Largest Freshman Class in over a Decade

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Thursday, May 25, 2023

DOBBS FERRY, N.Y., May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, Mercy College announced that it will welcome its largest freshman class in 12 years to its Dobbs Ferry, Manhattan and Bronx campuses this September. The 2023-2024 incoming class, currently estimated at 1,100 students, is fueled by record applications and campus visits and reflects the College's significant programmatic and campus improvements. This class will arrive with the highest academic profile in College history and impressive resumes filled with leadership roles, creative endeavors, and work experience. For example, students studying Nursing bring an impressive average GPA of 3.7 while the Business Honors Program cohort of 33 students boasts a GPA of 3.9.

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  • DOBBS FERRY, N.Y., May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, Mercy College announced that it will welcome its largest freshman class in 12 years to its Dobbs Ferry, Manhattan and Bronx campuses this September.
  • This class will arrive with the highest academic profile in College history and impressive resumes filled with leadership roles, creative endeavors, and work experience.
  • "Mercy College has been investing in its students and its infrastructure during a difficult time in higher education," said Tim Hall, president of Mercy College.
  • In recent years, Mercy College has been focused on transformational strategies to serve its students and position them to succeed.