Arkansas State University

Marc Tropp of Eastern Union Secures $12 Million in Financing Toward Acquisition and Conversion of 192-Unit Student Housing Complex in Jonesboro, Arkansas

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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The site had served as student housing for attendees of Arkansas State University, situated less than a quarter mile from the property.

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  • The site had served as student housing for attendees of Arkansas State University, situated less than a quarter mile from the property.
  • Eastern Union is one of America's largest providers of commercial mortgage brokerage and capital markets advisory services.
  • Mr. Tropp, together with senior managing director David Merkin, oversee the firm's Mid-Atlantic Region office in Bethesda, MD.
  • "This was a complex and challenging transaction that required the services of a talented and experienced broker like Marc Tropp," said Abe Bergman, president and co-founder of Eastern Union.

American Farmland Trust and Anheuser-Busch Support Arkansas Farmers through New U.S. Farmed Certification

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Monday, March 25, 2024
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JONESBORO, Ark., March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Anheuser-Busch recently announced the national rollout of its newly-adopted U.S. Farmed certification and seal for several of its industry-leading beer brands, showing support for farmers in the U.S., including Arkansas, where the state's farmers sold $13.9B worth of agricultural products in 20221. Developed and verified by the American Farmland Trust (AFT), a national nonprofit that helps to keep American farmers on their land, the U.S. Farmed certification and packaging seal helps shoppers choose products that derive at least 95 percent of their agricultural ingredients from farms in the United States.

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  • Companies across the consumer-packaged goods (CPG) industry are encouraged to join the effort by obtaining U.S. Farmed certification for their domestically-sourced products.
  • We appreciate Anheuser-Busch's leadership in bringing the U.S. Farmed certification to some of the country's most iconic brands, while also making tangible impact for American farmers."
  • "I'm grateful to see Anheuser-Busch and American Farmland Trust introducing the U.S. Farmed certification in support of American farmers," said Eric Vaught, farmer at E & K Rice Farms.
  • For more information on the U.S. Farmed certification and seal, including resources for American Farmers and product certification, please visit http://www.farmland.org/us-farmed .

KELLY ROBINSON NAMED CEO OF PRIMEDIA NETWORK, INC.

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024
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CHICAGO, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- PRIMEDIA Network, the nation's largest purchaser of unsold major mass media advertising has named Kelly Robinson their new CEO.

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  • CHICAGO, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- PRIMEDIA Network, the nation's largest purchaser of unsold major mass media advertising has named Kelly Robinson their new CEO.
  • KELLY ROBINSON NAMED CEO OF PRIMEDIA NETWORK, INC.
    Robinson, 41, who has been with the firm since March of 2020 previously served as VP/National Sales Manager from Sept of 2021 to present day.
  • After graduating with a B.A in Communication from Arkansas State University, Kelly began her career at a local newspaper quadrupling sales in her territory and eventually every territory Robinson was assigned.
  • Such as Hotels Dot Com, for example, uses its software to move unsold hotel rooms nationwide, PRIMEDIA works the same way in the advertising world.

Emmy-Nominated Journalist Elizabeth Gentle to Headline Freed-Hardeman ALUMination Days

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Monday, October 23, 2023
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HENDERSON, Tenn., Oct. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Elizabeth Gentle, a celebrated journalist and communication specialist with more than 20 years of experience in the news industry, will be the featured alumni speaker for this year's Freed-Hardeman University ALUMination Days. Gentle will speak to students Thursday, Nov. 9, at 10:30 a.m. in Loyd Auditorium.

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  • Elizabeth Gentle, a celebrated journalist and communication specialist with more than 20 years of experience in the news industry, will be the featured alumni speaker for this year's Freed-Hardeman University ALUMination Days.
  • HENDERSON, Tenn., Oct. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Elizabeth Gentle, a celebrated journalist and communication specialist with more than 20 years of experience in the news industry, will be the featured alumni speaker for this year's Freed-Hardeman University ALUMination Days.
  • "I love Freed-Hardeman University, and I am excited to return to campus," Gentle said.
  • A multiple award-winning journalist recognized with several Associated Press Awards for her outstanding work in the field, Gentle was also nominated for an Emmy.

Premium Guard® Appoints Jason Hensley as its VP of Operations

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Tuesday, August 29, 2023
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MEMPHIS, Tenn., Aug. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Premium Guard Inc. (PGI) www.premiumguard.com , the first-to-market leader and pioneer in aftermarket automotive filtration solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jason Hensley as its Vice President of Operations.

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  • MEMPHIS, Tenn., Aug. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Premium Guard Inc. (PGI) www.premiumguard.com , the first-to-market leader and pioneer in aftermarket automotive filtration solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jason Hensley as its Vice President of Operations.
  • Mr. Hensley joins PGI after nearly 30 years of experience overseeing distribution efforts and operations across various organizations in management and supply chain-focused leadership roles.
  • Most notably as Senior Director of Supply Chain Operations at GXO Logistics, he oversaw six distribution centers totaling 2M square feet across five states.
  • "PGI has an impressive history of providing quality automotive filtration products to market with a notable growth trajectory," Mr. Hensley said.

Chad Brownstein Presents 2023 Tulane Women's Golf Classic

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Wednesday, February 8, 2023
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NEW ORLEANS, Feb. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Green Wave women's golf team will open the spring portion of their 2023 schedule by teeing off at home, as they play host to the 2nd annual tournament. The three-day event will be played at English Turn Golf and Country Club.

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  • NEW ORLEANS, Feb. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Green Wave women's golf team will open the spring portion of their 2023 schedule by teeing off at home, as they play host to the 2nd annual tournament.
  • The Tulane Classic will be presented by Green Wave men's golf alumnus Chad Brownstein.
  • The tournament will feature an expanded field of 18 teams and welcome the Anika Award, highlighting the top players in women's golf.
  • "Not only are we excited about having Chad so generously help us with our golf tournament," head coach Stew Burke said "We feel that through this philanthropic endeavor with the boys and girls club is something that is truly special to Tulane women's golf.

Russell N. Sullivan is recognized by Continental Who's Who

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Monday, February 6, 2023
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BENTONVILLE, Ark., Feb. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Russell N. Sullivan is being recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Distinguished Executive in the Information Technology (IT) field.

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  • BENTONVILLE, Ark., Feb. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Russell N. Sullivan is being recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Distinguished Executive in the Information Technology (IT) field.
  • Mr. Sullivan completed coursework at Arkansas State University in Jonesboro, AR, and later obtained a bachelor's degree in music education from Ouachita Baptist University in Arkadelphia, AR, in 1990.
  • Mr. Sullivan has more than 25 years in the field and is a leader who believes that business success comes from building strong and genuine relationships.
  • Mr. Sullivan wishes to acknowledge the support of his mentor, Ben-Saba Hasan.

The Agency Launches New Office in Nashville, Tennessee

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Tuesday, January 24, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Jan. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Global real estate brokerage The Agency proudly announces the launch of its new franchise office in Nashville, Tennessee. The new locale is the firm's first office in Tennessee among its growing network of more than 70 offices in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Europe. The Nashville office will be led by esteemed industry professionals and managing partners Scott Coggins and Amy Doyle.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Jan. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Global real estate brokerage The Agency proudly announces the launch of its new franchise office in Nashville, Tennessee.
  • "We're thrilled to expand our footprint across the U.S. with the launch of our first office in Tennessee," said Mauricio Umansky , CEO and Founder of The Agency.
  • "Nashville is one of the most iconic destinations in the country and we're delighted to launch The Agency's first office in Tennessee in this dynamic city."
  • In the past 12 months, The Agency has showcased impressive global growth, more than 25 new corporate and independently-owned offices, including the new office in Nashville, Tennessee, with additional openings on the horizon.

Deloitte's Washington National Tax Practice Names Capitol Hill Tax and Policy Veteran Anna Taylor as Deputy Managing Principal of Tax Policy Group

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Monday, January 9, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Deloitte announced today that Anna Taylor — former tax and economic policy principal advisor to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) — has joined Deloitte's Washington National Tax practice as the deputy managing principal of the Tax Policy Group. With nearly two decades of Capitol Hill experience, Taylor has a keen understanding of current legislative dynamics, as well as factors and barriers to legislative success.

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  • With nearly two decades of Capitol Hill experience, Taylor has a keen understanding of current legislative dynamics, as well as factors and barriers to legislative success.
  • "Deloitte's capabilities will be enhanced now that Anna Taylor has joined our team as the deputy managing principal of the Tax Policy Group," said Banks Edwards , managing partner, Washington National Tax, Deloitte Tax LLP.
  • "Anna's experience and perspective will provide our clients with timely insights into the tax policy making process on Capitol Hill.
  • "While 2023 promises a divided government, tax policy will not be dormant," commented Jon Traub , managing principal, Tax Policy, Washington National Tax, Deloitte Tax LLP.

Andersen Welcomes Roger Pillow to US National Tax Practice

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Friday, November 18, 2022
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Andersen announces the addition of Managing Director Roger Pillow to the US National Tax (USNT) practice in the Washington, D.C. office.

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  • Andersen announces the addition of Managing Director Roger Pillow to the US National Tax (USNT) practice in the Washington, D.C. office.
  • Roger is another great addition to our growing transactions practice, said Ellen MacNeil, Managing Director of US National Tax for Andersen.
  • Prior to joining Andersen, Roger was Senior Counsel in the Office of Tax Policy for the United States Department of Treasury where he was responsible for tax policy matters regarding pass-through entities.
  • Andersen is the founding member of Andersen Global , an international association of legally separate, independent member firms comprised of tax and legal professionals around the world.