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James “Mick” Dean Named President and Owner of SaraMana Business Solutions

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Thursday, April 13, 2023
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Sarasota, Florida, April 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SaraMana Business Solutions, provider of office technology software, hardware and services, recently named James “Mick” Dean as president and sole owner following the retirement of his father, James “Jim” Dean.

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  • Sarasota, Florida, April 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SaraMana Business Solutions, provider of office technology software, hardware and services, recently named James “Mick” Dean as president and sole owner following the retirement of his father, James “Jim” Dean.
  • Mick joined SaraMana in 1997, serving as vice president.
  • “I learned the business from the ground up – from finances and employee management to products and services,” said Mick Dean.
  • He spent his early years at SaraMana learning every aspect of the business.

Trident University International Vice Provost Publishes Book Chapter on Online Higher Education and Leadership.

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Thursday, March 9, 2023
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CHANDLER, Ariz., March 9, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Trident University International, a member of the American InterContinental University System, (Trident) Vice Provost, Dr. Conna Bral, has published a chapter in the book, From Grassroots to the Highly-Orchestrated: Online Leaders Share Their Stories of the Evolving Online Organizational Landscape in Higher Ed through OLC Press.

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  • Dr. Conna Bral, Vice Provost of Trident University International, has published a chapter titled, "Leading in an Online Environment through the Lens of Servant Leadership," in From Grassroots to the Highly-Orchestrated: Online Leaders Share Their Stories of the Evolving Online Organizational Landscape in Higher Ed.
  • CHANDLER, Ariz., March 9, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Trident University International, a member of the American InterContinental University System, (Trident) Vice Provost, Dr. Conna Bral, has published a chapter in the book, From Grassroots to the Highly-Orchestrated: Online Leaders Share Their Stories of the Evolving Online Organizational Landscape in Higher Ed through OLC Press.
  • She is a published researcher of topics including assessment in higher education, leadership in online organizations, quality in competency-based programs, and online teacher preparation.
  • She earned a Master's in Psychology from the University of Northern Iowa, a specialist degree in educational administration from Drake University, and a Bachelor's in Education and Psychology from Mount Mercy University.

Chubb Appoints Steven M. Hill Executive Vice President, North America Financial Lines Management Liability

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Thursday, March 2, 2023
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WHITEHOUSE STATION, N.J., March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Chubb has appointed Steven M. Hill, Executive Vice President, leading Management Liability for the company's North America Financial Lines division.

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  • WHITEHOUSE STATION, N.J., March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Chubb has appointed Steven M. Hill, Executive Vice President, leading Management Liability for the company's North America Financial Lines division.
  • In his new role, Hill will be responsible for developing and executing the division's operational strategies, as well as ensuring the management and delivery of management liability products and services across all distribution channels.
  • Hill will report to Michael Mollica, Division President, North America Financial Lines.
  • As Senior Vice President, North America Financial Lines, he managed public company management liability in the western U.S.

Drake University announces $3.15 million philanthropic commitment from Sammons Financial Group

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Thursday, February 23, 2023
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Drake University announced today that Sammons Financial Group® has committed $3.15 million to Drake to support the development of the Sammons Intercultural Center and Sammons Plaza, along with support for two scholarship funds that will create a total of 14 endowed scholarships.

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  • Drake University announced today that Sammons Financial Group® has committed $3.15 million to Drake to support the development of the Sammons Intercultural Center and Sammons Plaza, along with support for two scholarship funds that will create a total of 14 endowed scholarships.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230222006001/en/
    Beginning in 2024, Drake will use $1.75 million of the Sammons Financial Group gift to renovate and revitalize one of its most beautiful and historic buildings—Morehouse Hall.
  • “Sammons Financial Group and Drake University have enjoyed a supportive, long-term relationship.
  • “We are incredibly grateful to have such strong relationships with central Iowa businesses like Sammons Financial Group, who continue to invest in the advancement of Drake.

Voya Financial donates $50,000, each, to Disability:IN and National Down Syndrome Society to advance the employment of people with disabilities

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Wednesday, February 15, 2023
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Voya Financial, Inc. (NYSE: VOYA) announced today two $50,000 donations — one to Disability:IN and one to National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) — to help advance the employment of people with disabilities.

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  • Voya Financial, Inc. (NYSE: VOYA) announced today two $50,000 donations — one to Disability:IN and one to National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) — to help advance the employment of people with disabilities.
  • “Voya Financial is a valuable partner in our mission to build inclusive and equitable businesses for all,” said Jill Houghton, president and CEO, Disability:IN.
  • The casting in the spot "Diner" includes an actor with Down syndrome, as well as ethnicity and gender diversity.
  • “Through our Voya Cares program, which serves people with disabilities and caregivers, we are aware of the challenges that members of the disabilities community encounter when seeking employment,” Gennaro added.

Grand View University Invests In Expanded Mental Health Support

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Wednesday, February 15, 2023
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NATICK, Mass., Feb. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Uwill, the leading teletherapy solution for colleges and students, today, announced a partnership with Grand View University to complement campus counseling and enhance individuality of options. Grand View students will have access to Uwill's mental health and wellness environment, including immediate appointments with licensed therapists who meet each student's unique needs and preferences.

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  • Grand View students will have access to Uwill's mental health and wellness environment, including immediate appointments with licensed therapists who meet each student's unique needs and preferences.
  • "Our students confidently face challenges in our classrooms, places of work, and athletic fields," said John Howe, Senior Student Affairs Officer at Grand View University.
  • "Mental health support is critical to maintain the healthy focus required to overcome these difficulties, and our partnership with Uwill helps students best prepare for these challenges."
  • Grand View University launches this teletherapy option as increasing mental health challenges are reported on campuses nationwide.

Paul Flicek, D.Sc. joins JAX as inaugural chief data science officer to build global data science initiative

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Wednesday, February 8, 2023
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BAR HARBOR, Maine, Feb. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Jackson Laboratory (JAX) has appointed world-class data scientist Paul Flicek, D.Sc., as its inaugural chief data science officer (CDSO).

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  • BAR HARBOR, Maine, Feb. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Jackson Laboratory (JAX) has appointed world-class data scientist Paul Flicek, D.Sc., as its inaugural chief data science officer (CDSO).
  • In this new leadership role, Flicek will be responsible for building and executing a comprehensive data science strategy across JAX.
  • "Dr. Flicek's contributions to open genomic resources have had a substantial impact on the global scientific community," said JAX President and CEO Lon Cardon , Ph.D., FMedSci.
  • Flicek will create new data science capabilities for JAX by envisioning and executing strategies to enhance the research and discovery enterprise and building a robust team of data scientists.

WORLD INSURANCE ASSOCIATES NAMES INDUSTRY LEADER THOMAS J. FITZGERALD AS ITS NEW RETAIL BUSINESS PRESIDENT

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Thursday, January 12, 2023
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Iselin, NJ, Jan. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- World Insurance Associates LLC (World), one of the fastest growing insurance brokerages in the U.S., announced today that it has recruited industry leader Tom Fitzgerald as the new president for its retail business.

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  • Iselin, NJ, Jan. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- World Insurance Associates LLC (World), one of the fastest growing insurance brokerages in the U.S., announced today that it has recruited industry leader Tom Fitzgerald as the new president for its retail business.
  • In this newly created role, Fitzgerald will have oversight of World’s retail insurance distribution business and will leverage his extensive broking experience focused on value-added services and best-in-class placement outcomes.
  • “After conducting an extensive national search, we are thrilled to welcome Tom to the World team as our new retail business president,” said Rich Eknoian, World’s chief executive officer and founder.
  • His strong industry relationships and in-depth industry knowledge will no doubt make a positive impact for our insureds and carrier partners alike.”
    “It’s an exciting time to join World and to support the upward trajectory of the firm,” said Tom Fitzgerald, president of World’s retail business.

Sompo International appoints Brad Leighton as President of AgriSompo North America and Marji Guyler-Alaniz COO of AgriSompo North America and President of AgriSompo International

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Wednesday, January 11, 2023
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Brad Leighton has been named President of AgriSompo North America and Marji Guyler-Alaniz has been named Chief Operating Officer (COO) of AgriSompo North America and President of AgriSompo International.

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  • Brad Leighton has been named President of AgriSompo North America and Marji Guyler-Alaniz has been named Chief Operating Officer (COO) of AgriSompo North America and President of AgriSompo International.
  • Mr. Leighton will report to Mr. Haney and Ms. Guyler-Alaniz will directly report to Leighton for her North America responsibilities and Haney for her International responsibilities.
  • Brad and Marji have helped Bob to revolutionize the crop insurance industry and I’m proud of what they have accomplished so far.
  • Bob Haney, AgriSompo Chairman and CEO shared, “I am incredibly proud of what AgriSompo has achieved over the past few years.

AMF Media Group Appoints President of Marketing Communications

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Wednesday, December 14, 2022
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SAN RAMON, Calif., Dec. 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AMF Media Group (AMF), an award-winning, full-service marketing and public relations agency, announced today that industry veteran and co-founder of 70kft, Audrey Granger, has joined the agency effective immediately.

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  • SAN RAMON, Calif., Dec. 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AMF Media Group (AMF), an award-winning, full-service marketing and public relations agency, announced today that industry veteran and co-founder of 70kft, Audrey Granger, has joined the agency effective immediately.
  • Granger serves as president of marketing communications, covering public relations, content, and advertising.
  • “As the agency continues to grow, we’ve realized a need to provide more service delivery and oversight management of our marketing communications disciplines,” said Vintage Foster, CEO of AMF Media Group.
  • AMF Media Group is a full-service marketing agency that delivers a comprehensive and clear approach on brand strategy and marketing, public relations, crisis communications, internal communications, multimedia production, web design and development, and event planning and management.