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FMC Corporation appoints Curt Brooks director, Investor Relations, names Zack Zaki vice president, Corporate Strategy

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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PHILADELPHIA, April 3, 2024  /PRNewswire/ -- FMC Corporation (NYSE:FMC), an agricultural sciences company, today announced Curt Brooks has been named director, Investor Relations (IR). He assumes the role from Abizar "Zack" Zaki, who has been elected FMC vice president, Corporate Strategy. Brooks and Zaki will transition investor responsibilities following the company's first quarter earnings release and conference call in early May.

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  • PHILADELPHIA, April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- FMC Corporation (NYSE:FMC), an agricultural sciences company, today announced Curt Brooks has been named director, Investor Relations (IR).
  • He assumes the role from Abizar "Zack" Zaki, who has been elected FMC vice president, Corporate Strategy.
  • Brooks and Zaki will transition investor responsibilities following the company's first quarter earnings release and conference call in early May.
  • In addition to leading FMC's Corporate Strategy and M&A efforts, Zaki will also have executive responsibility for FMC Ventures.

Next Mission to Space Station Carries Research on Vision Loss Treatments and Earth-Viewing Technology

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
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CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla., March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The next resupply mission to the International Space Station (ISS) will carry more than 40 payloads sponsored by the ISS National Laboratory®, including in-space production applications projects, technology demonstrations, life science experiments, and student-led inquiries. These investigations, launching on SpaceX's 30th Commercial Resupply Services (CRS) mission, funded by NASA, aim to improve life on Earth through space-based research and foster a sustainable economy in low Earth orbit (LEO).

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  • Results from this research could lead to improved therapeutics to treat an array of conditions.
  • A collaboration between Boeing and CSIRO (an Australian government agency responsible for scientific research) will test the ability of a Multi-Resolution Scanner to create 3D maps of the space station.
  • Once ArgUS is installed, it will host multiple payloads on this mission, including SpaceTV-1, an optical video system designed to livestream high-definition views of Earth and the space station.
  • An investigation from biopharmaceutical company Oculogenex will use the space station to test a novel gene therapy to prevent and possibly even reverse vision loss from age-related macular degeneration (AMD).

BUTLER UNIVERSITY LAUNCHES BUTLER+: A Transformative Approach to Professional Learning Built for Indiana and Beyond

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
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“With Indianapolis and Indiana on an economic ascent, Butler+ is committed to cultivating qualified talent to match increased demand across a variety of practice verticals.

Key Points: 
  • “With Indianapolis and Indiana on an economic ascent, Butler+ is committed to cultivating qualified talent to match increased demand across a variety of practice verticals.
  • Through Butler+, we are focused on reinvigorating individuals interested in continuing their education, offering them opportunities to control their career trajectory.
  • Demand-Driven Curriculum: Butler+ features more than 25 competitive degree options, 15 professional education offerings, 100 custom programs and seven certificates.
  • Next-Level Industry Connections and Partnerships: Butler+ recognizes the importance of building a strong professional network.

Crew-8 Astronauts to Support Variety of R&D Projects During Six-Month Science Expedition

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Monday, February 26, 2024
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Findings will help advance cardiac disease modeling and could lead to the development of new therapies to treat heart disease in patients on Earth.

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  • Findings will help advance cardiac disease modeling and could lead to the development of new therapies to treat heart disease in patients on Earth.
  • Results from this could lead to improved therapeutics to treat an array of conditions.
  • A project from the National Stem Cell Foundation (NSCF) will continue to study the mechanisms behind neuroinflammation, a common feature of neurodegenerative diseases.
  • Boeing partnered with NASA and the ISS National Lab, launching an investigation testing protocols for future Genes in Space™ student-led investigations.

Butler University, Nearpeer Announce "Belonging Before Arriving" Community of Practice to Improve Student Connection & Well-being

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Monday, February 5, 2024
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INDIANAPOLIS, Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Nearpeer, the leading peer-to-peer student platform for universities, today announced a new partnership with Butler University's Institute for Well-Being  to establish a working Community of Practice for higher education leaders to collaborate on data-driven approaches to creating a foundation for new student success with a focus on intentionally fostering a greater student sense of belonging early in their college journey. The Community of Practice comes at a pivotal time for the U.S. as it faces record levels of youth and young adults reporting anxiety, depression, isolation, and loneliness. 

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  • The collaboration will focus its efforts on "Belonging Before Arriving," to ensure incoming students feel a greater sense of community and connection before they matriculate.
  • This initiative is designed to support higher education leaders in enhancing the new student experience and promoting greater belonging, well-being and inclusion.
  • Through the ongoing work of Butler's Institute and Nearpeer's student impact studies , the partners will focus on the "ABCs" of student engagement, which include Authenticity, Belonging, and Connection.
  • The Community of Practice will build on the results Butler has achieved with Nearpeer for its own Fall 2023 entering students, who had more than 60 percent voluntary adoption of Nearpeer.

Atkore Implements Finance Team Rotation to Support Company’s Growth and Development

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Thursday, February 1, 2024
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Mr. Deitzer and Mr. Kline are transferring roles within Atkore, and each will continue to report directly to David Johnson, Atkore’s Chief Financial Officer and Chief Accounting Officer.

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  • Mr. Deitzer and Mr. Kline are transferring roles within Atkore, and each will continue to report directly to David Johnson, Atkore’s Chief Financial Officer and Chief Accounting Officer.
  • “With our focus on people as part of the Atkore Business System, we are always looking for opportunities to cultivate and grow internal talent.
  • Matt Kline joined Atkore in 2014 as Corporate Controller where he played a critical role in the Company’s initial public offering.
  • Recognizing his nearly decade of experience and commitment to the Company serving in both finance and general management roles, Mr. Kline was recently honored with the prestigious Atkore Presidential Leadership Award.

Marathon Petroleum Corporation announces election of two new directors

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
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FINDLAY, Ohio, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Marathon Petroleum Corp. (NYSE: MPC) today announced that Eileen P. Drake and Kimberly N. Ellison-Taylor have been elected to the company's board of directors, effective March 1, 2024.

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  • FINDLAY, Ohio, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Marathon Petroleum Corp. (NYSE: MPC) today announced that Eileen P. Drake and Kimberly N. Ellison-Taylor have been elected to the company's board of directors, effective March 1, 2024.
  • Ellison-Taylor is a former global leader at Oracle Corporation, where she held roles directing strategy and thought leadership for the company's financial services practice; health, human & labor vertical; and its cloud business.
  • "We look forward to their perspectives and strategic insights as we continue creating long-term sustainable value in an ever-evolving business environment."
  • The elections of Drake and Ellison-Taylor will increase the MPC board to 13 directors.

Northwestern Mutual CEO John Schlifske announces plans to retire

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Thursday, January 25, 2024
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MILWAUKEE, Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- After 14 years as Northwestern Mutual's Chief Executive Officer and 37 total years of service at the leading financial security company, John E. Schlifske has announced his plans to retire, as of December 31, 2024, in accordance with the company's long-standing mandatory retirement age policy.

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  • Northwestern Mutual's Board of Trustees has elected Tim Gerend, 52, to serve as the next CEO, effective January 1, 2025.
  • John Schlifske will remain Chairman of the Board of Trustees through January 2025, at which time Gerend will assume the role.
  • Under Schlifske's leadership, Northwestern Mutual experienced historic performance while accelerating its evolution from a world-class insurance company into a sophisticated provider of comprehensive financial planning.
  • During Schlifske's tenure as CEO, Northwestern Mutual's exclusive distribution system grew from approximately 6,000 to nearly 8,000 advisors – financial experts who deliver plans to help clients achieve financial security.

Certify My Biz CEO, Tiffany Garner, Honored with NAWBO's Emerging Entrepreneur Award

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024
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"I am truly honored to receive the Emerging Entrepreneur Award from NAWBO," said Tiffany Garner, CEO of Certify My Biz.

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  • "I am truly honored to receive the Emerging Entrepreneur Award from NAWBO," said Tiffany Garner, CEO of Certify My Biz.
  • "This award is not just a recognition of my efforts, but a celebration of the incredible journey we've embarked upon at Certify My Biz.
  • The Emerging Entrepreneur Award from NAWBO recognizes Tiffany Garner's impact in creating opportunities and financial growth for minority and women-owned small businesses.
  • For more information about Certify My Biz and Tiffany Garner's achievements, please visit www.certifymybiz.com .

KD College Prep Hosts College Fair with Admissions Staff from 19 Colleges

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023
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KD College Prep hosted its first college fair with the DFW Admissions Regional Network (DARN) at the campus located in Frisco, TX. About 64 KD students and their families attended the event, which featured booths from 19 colleges located outside of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.

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  • We intentionally wanted our families to use our event to be better prepared for other college fairs and college visits," said David Dillard, CEO of KD College Prep.
  • The college fair was open to current 11th grade students enrolled in programs at KD College Prep.
  • Dillard said KD College Prep hopes to host additional college fairs and similar events in the future.
  • KD College Prep has no affiliation with these institutions and KD College Prep is not approved or endorsed by them.