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Constellation Completes Acquisition of Ownership Stake in Texas Nuclear Plant

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

Constellation, operator of the nation’s largest fleet of reliable, carbon-free nuclear plants, announced today it has completed its acquisition of NRG Energy Inc.’s 44 percent ownership stake in the South Texas Project Electric Generating Station (STP), a 2,645-megawatt, dual-unit nuclear plant located about 90 miles southwest of Houston.

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  • Constellation, operator of the nation’s largest fleet of reliable, carbon-free nuclear plants, announced today it has completed its acquisition of NRG Energy Inc.’s 44 percent ownership stake in the South Texas Project Electric Generating Station (STP), a 2,645-megawatt, dual-unit nuclear plant located about 90 miles southwest of Houston.
  • The ownership transfer was approved on October 30 by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, which was the final regulatory approval needed before closing the deal.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231031137269/en/
    The South Texas Project Electric Generating Station is a 2,645-megawatt, dual-unit nuclear plant located about 90 miles southwest of Houston.
  • Constellation also is working to reach a favorable resolution for all parties in the related litigation pending in Matagorda County, Texas.

Constellation to Acquire Ownership Stake in Texas Nuclear Plant From NRG Energy

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

Constellation, operator of the nation’s largest fleet of reliable, carbon-free nuclear plants, announced today it is acquiring NRG Energy Inc.’s 44 percent ownership stake in the South Texas Project Electric Generating Station, a 2,645-megawatt, dual-unit nuclear plant located about 90 miles southwest of Houston.

Key Points: 
  • Constellation, operator of the nation’s largest fleet of reliable, carbon-free nuclear plants, announced today it is acquiring NRG Energy Inc.’s 44 percent ownership stake in the South Texas Project Electric Generating Station, a 2,645-megawatt, dual-unit nuclear plant located about 90 miles southwest of Houston.
  • “The South Texas Project is an exceptionally well-maintained plant and its ability to produce resilient, carbon-free energy 24/7 makes it among the most valuable power sources in the world,” said Joe Dominguez, president and CEO of Constellation.
  • The company has ownership interests in 13 generating stations with 23 nuclear units capable of producing approximately 21,000 megawatts of electricity, enough clean energy to power approximately 15 million homes.
  • Constellation also is a supplier in Texas’ competitive retail energy market, supplying electricity, natural gas, energy efficiency and other services to approximately 200,000 residential and commercial customers statewide.

Bliss Names First Executive Vice Presidents in Firm’s History to New Leadership Positions

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Wednesday, March 29, 2023

Following a year of unprecedented expansion and insights-driven innovation, The Bliss Group has named the first three Executive Vice Presidents in firm history—Reed Handley, Alexis Odesser and Sally Slater—to drive its future growth.

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  • Following a year of unprecedented expansion and insights-driven innovation, The Bliss Group has named the first three Executive Vice Presidents in firm history—Reed Handley, Alexis Odesser and Sally Slater—to drive its future growth.
  • “Reed, Alexis and Sally’s contributions to The Bliss Group have helped position us as leaders in marketing and public relations, client excellence, innovation and data analytics,” said Cortney Stapleton, CEO of The Bliss Group.
  • “We love that our growth is providing opportunities for such deserving leaders,” said Bob Pearson, Chair of The Bliss Group.
  • “Our way to say thank you to our clients is to invest in the leaders who help us make the firm a special place.”

LRS FORTIFIES CORPORATE STRUCTURE WITH STRATEGIC ORGANIZATIONAL SHIFTS AND KEY INTERNAL PROMOTIONS

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Wednesday, February 15, 2023

ROSEMONT, Ill., Feb. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- LRS, one of the nation's leading independent waste, recycling and portable services providers, today announced it has restructured to better align for future growth reinforcing its unwavering commitment to customers and employees. This next phase enables a more sustainable business model supporting future expansion, unlocking growth opportunities and accelerating regional traction.

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  • "As the trend of accelerated growth continues, our leadership team saw the need to evolve and redefine our organizational structure.
  • The restructuring serves not only to elevate the LRS brand, but to also promote key leaders from within the organization.
  • Details on these promotions, both at the regional and corporate level, are included below.
  • Brian's passion, knowledge and leadership has truly been a key part of LRS' success over the past few years.

The Anixter Center Appoints Samantha Handley as New CEO

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Tuesday, October 4, 2022

CHICAGO, Oct. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lester and Rosalie Anixter Center announced today that Samantha Handley has been appointed new CEO of the company.

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  • CHICAGO, Oct. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lester and Rosalie Anixter Center announced today that Samantha Handley has been appointed new CEO of the company.
  • "After a thorough search of qualified candidates, led by Montague and Associates and our Board of Directors, we are excited to welcome Samantha Handley to the Lester and Rosalie Anixter Center.
  • Lester and Rosalie Anixter Center (Anixter Center), an innovative not-for-profit, community-based organization serves more than 5,000 people annually throughout the Chicago metropolitan area.
  • For more information about Anixter Center, visit www.anixter.org or join us on Facebook (Anixter Center) or Instagram (@AnixterCenter).

Nation's Top Marketing Conference, Digital Summit, Returns to Raleigh with All-New Content, Trends and Tactical Guidance for Digital Marketers

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Tuesday, September 13, 2022

RALEIGH, N.C., Sept. 13, 2022  /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- WHAT Digital Summit Raleigh (formerly Internet Summit) is a two-day, in-person conference that showcases marketing industry thought leaders who will present the current trends in today's marketing sector. From renowned global leaders – like Crayola, IBM and the Carolina Hurricanes – to local and regional experts, each 30-minute speaking session offers highly curated content formatted as an instructional "how to," providing attendees with breakthrough strategies and actionable insights immediately applicable to their businesses. The conference is open to all levels of marketing personnel, from campus hires to industry professionals with 40+ years of experience.

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  • The conference is open to all levels of marketing personnel, from campus hires to industry professionals with 40+ years of experience.
  • For attendees seeking guidance for honing specific skills, Digital Summit also offers its signature 4-hour deep dive courses known as Masterclasses.
  • To enable attendees to share ideas and insights after the sessions, Digital Summit Raleigh will also feature several networking opportunities including coffee breaks, catered lunches and participation in the Digital Summit Community Program.
  • Digital Summit Series features an extensive network of standout sponsors who attend each Digital Summit conference on-site, offering innovative products and services for branding, merchandising, email and SEO marketing, marketing and advertising automation, digital communications, digital experiences and measurement, among others.

Ann Handley, Digital Marketing Pioneer, To Be Keynote Speaker At GURU Conference 2022

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Tuesday, July 19, 2022

GURU Events, the leading virtual event organization for marketers, announced that Wall Street Journal bestselling author Ann Handley, widely regarded among the most influential voices in marketing today, will be the keynote speaker at its upcoming GURU Conference 2022.

Key Points: 
  • GURU Events, the leading virtual event organization for marketers, announced that Wall Street Journal bestselling author Ann Handley, widely regarded among the most influential voices in marketing today, will be the keynote speaker at its upcoming GURU Conference 2022.
  • GURU Events Founder Jay Schwedelson commented, We are so excited to have Ann bring her marketing energy to GURU Conference.
  • 2023 will see the launch of 7 new signature events focusing on TikTok Marketing, Direct Mail Marketing, Influencer Marketing, DTC Marketing, Podcast Advertising, BtoB Marketing and Email Marketing.
  • GURU Events, LLC is the parent organization of GURU Conference, the worlds largest virtual email marketing conference.

LRS ACQUIRES LAKES DISPOSAL SERVICES, BOOSTING WASTE & RECYCLING REGIONAL FOOTPRINT IN NORTHERN ILLINOIS

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Monday, May 16, 2022

ROSEMONT, Ill., May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LRS, the greater Midwest's leading independent waste diversion, recycling and portable services provider, today announced the acquisition of Grayslake, Ill.-based Lakes Disposal Services, an independent, family-owned waste and recycling provider serving residents and businesses in northern Illinois; financial terms were not disclosed and the acquisition is effective immediately.

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  • Founded by Tim and Janelle Petersen in 2008, the acquisition of Lakes Disposal complements LRS' October 2021 acquisition of numerous GFL assets, including 16 municipalities in far northern Illinois, owned previously by Prairieland Disposal and Recycling Services.
  • "We welcome Tim, Janelle, and all Lakes Disposal employees and customers to the LRS family, and are excited to bring more growth and investment to our robust Chicagoland market," said LRS President and Chief Executive Officer Alan T. Handley .
  • The Petersen's and all Lakes Disposal employees will remain on with LRS to ensure a seamless transition and customer experience, Handley added.
  • Diversified and growing, LRS also offers affordable roll-off container services, C&D recycling, street sweeping, portable restroom rentals, on-site storage and temporary fencing.

LRS ANNOUNCES ACQUISITION OF DITCH & ASSOCIATES IN COMPLEMENTARY BOLT-ON, TRANSACTION DENSIFYING ITS FOOTPRINT IN TOPEKA, KAN

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Monday, May 9, 2022

TOPEKA, Kan., May 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LRS, the Midwest's leading independent waste diversion, recycling and portable services provider, today announced the acquisition of Topeka-based Ditch & Associates, a fourth generation family-owned roll-off, commercial and residential waste services provider; financial terms were not disclosed and the acquisition is effective immediately.

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  • LRS initiated residential, commercial and roll-off services in Topeka last year with the acquisition of select Orion Waste Solutions territories.
  • Ditch & Associates will significantly increase the LRS marketplace footprint, enabling LRS to continue to deliver best-in-class services to a new customer base.
  • Founded by the Ditch family, led by Steve Sr., Juanita and Steve Jr., Ditch has built its reputation by putting customer needs first with a high-touch family-style approach to service delivery.
  • Steve Sr. and all Ditch employees will remain on with LRS as the company continues to invest both time and resources into expanding the LRS Topeka footprint, led by Regional General Manager Frank Piecukionis.

LRS EXPANDS CHICAGOLAND FOOTPRINT WINNING NEW MSW CONTRACTS IN SCHAUMBURG, OAK PARK, DARIEN, MAYWOOD, UNINCORPORATED LAKE COUNTY; RENEWING CONTRACTS IN RIVER FOREST, SUMMIT, LISLE TOWNSHIP AND SUGAR GROVE

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Friday, May 6, 2022

 ROSEMONT, Ill., May 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LRS, the Midwest's leading independent waste diversion, recycling and portable services provider, today announced it has been awarded new Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) and Recycling contracts serving residents in Schaumburg, Oak Park, Darien, Maywood and unincorporated Lake County; and renewed long-term contracts in River Forest, Summit, Lisle Township and Sugar Grove.

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  • River Forest and Summit, both with previously held contractual agreements with Roy Strom Refuse Removal (acquired by LRS in Jan. 2021) have both executed long-term extensions with LRS.
  • Founded in 2013, LRS has brought much-needed independent competition to the regional marketplace, reducing over time the price municipalities and residents pay for waste and recycling services.
  • Today, the fourth generation of family leadership, George Strom, proudly continues as LRS Vice President of Municipal Services.
  • Spanning 65,000 square feet of prime office space, the new LRS headquarters symbolizes the company's dramatic growth in just under ten years.