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Areva Martin Honored with "Lending Your Voice" Award at All Ghouls Gala

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Monday, October 30, 2023

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The event featured a night of fun, frights, and fabulous costumes, with special guest honorees Dr. Temple Grandin, Joe Mantegna, and Areva Martin, Esq., each recognized with the prestigious "Lending Your Voice" award.

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The event featured a night of fun, frights, and fabulous costumes, with special guest honorees Dr. Temple Grandin, Joe Mantegna, and Areva Martin, Esq., each recognized with the prestigious "Lending Your Voice" award.
Areva Martin, the Founder and President of the Special Needs Network, received the "Lending Your Voice" award in recognition of her outstanding leadership and unwavering advocacy for individuals with autism.
), a comprehensive and fully integrated developmental and autism center situated within the Martin Luther King, Jr. Medical Campus.
In response to receiving the award, Areva Martin stated, "I am deeply honored to be recognized with the 'Lending Your Voice' award at the All Ghouls Gala.

DispatchHealth Appoints Jennifer Webster as President, Bolstering Leadership Team

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Thursday, October 12, 2023

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DENVER, Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DispatchHealth today announced Jennifer Webster as its new president, assuming a central leadership position key to charting a clear course toward a future marked by ongoing growth and innovation.

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DENVER, Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DispatchHealth today announced Jennifer Webster as its new president, assuming a central leadership position key to charting a clear course toward a future marked by ongoing growth and innovation.
"Jennifer will play a pivotal role in shaping DispatchHealth's next chapter," said Dr. Mark Prather, co-founder, and CEO of DispatchHealth.
Jennifer is well-regarded in the healthcare industry for her energetic, results-driven leadership and exceptional ability to build strong teams and efficient organizations.
"I'm enthusiastic about joining the talented team at DispatchHealth and becoming part of an organization dedicated to transforming healthcare," said Webster.

Center for Autism & Related Disorders, LLC. – CARD® Receives Court Approval of Sale to Pantogran LLC, Proud Moments ABA, and New Story

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Thursday, July 27, 2023

HENDERSON, Nev., July 27, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD®) today announced that Pantogran, LLC, Proud Moments ABA, and New Story have been named the winning bidders to acquire substantially all of CARD’s assets following a comprehensive sale process and a competitive auction conducted under Section 363 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code. Pantogran, LLC is led by CARD founder and former CEO Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh. Proud Moments ABA is a national provider of ABA services, and New Story is a leading provider of special and alternative education and pediatric mental health services. The United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas approved all transaction agreements at a hearing that took place on July 26, 2023.

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Pantogran, LLC, is also acquiring all intellectual property and longitudinal data including CARD’s clinical database, Skills® Global.
Proud Moments is acquiring 2 centers in Nevada, 1 center in New Jersey and 3 centers in New York not being acquired by Pantogran.
New Story is acquiring all locations in Virginia, including 3 special education schools and 9 ABA centers.
Proud Moments is an industry leading provider of applied behavioral analysis therapy for children diagnosed on the Autism Spectrum.

Center for Autism & Related Disorders, LLC. – CARD® Enters into Asset Purchase Agreement with Pantogran LLC, led by Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh

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Monday, June 12, 2023

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HENDERSON, N.V., June 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD®; centerforautism.com), today announced that the company has entered into an asset purchase agreement (“the APA”) with Pantogran LLC, led by Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh, founder and former CEO of CARD, pursuant to which Pantogran LLC will acquire substantially all of CARD’s assets. Under the terms of the APA, Pantogran LLC will serve as the “stalking horse bidder” in a court-supervised auction process. The company expects to move through this process on an expedited basis and complete the transaction within 60 days.

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Under the terms of the APA, Pantogran LLC will serve as the “stalking horse bidder” in a court-supervised auction process.
The company expects to move through this process on an expedited basis and complete the transaction within 60 days.
Granpeesheh's interest in pursuing this transaction is a testament to the value of our centers, our team, and the services we provide.
CARD will operate in the ordinary course throughout the process and remains focused on providing care to patients and working with suppliers as normal.

CHUCK E. CHEESE STEPS UP COMMITMENT TO KIDS WITH AUTISM FOR WORLD AUTISM MONTH

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Wednesday, March 29, 2023

IRVING, Texas, March 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Chuck E. Cheese, the Nation's No.1 family entertainment center, is celebrating its ongoing commitment to kids with autism and their families during April, World Autism Month with a national Sensory Sensitive Sunday event at all 460 U.S. and Canada locations on Sunday April 30. Chuck E. Cheese fun centers nationwide will also host a month-long fundraiser for Autism Speaks, the nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a more inclusive world for all people with autism. and as part of an extended partnership, launch autism-friendly workforce training and inclusion programs.

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Chuck E. Cheese fun centers nationwide will also host a month-long fundraiser for Autism Speaks, the nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a more inclusive world for all people with autism.
Since the program was launched on World Autism Awareness Day on April 2, 2017, Chuck E. Cheese has held more than 18,000 sensory-friendly events.
Annual World Autism Month fundraisers benefiting Autism Speaks, which invests 89 cents of every dollar to funding research, advocacy, programs, and services to help people with autism reach their full potential.
"For more than five years, we've proudly collaborated with Chuck E. Cheese to drive understanding and inclusion for children with autism and their families", said Keith Wargo, President & CEO, Autism Speaks.

Healthcare Veteran Alisa Ulrey Joins U.S. Oral Surgery Management as Chief Operations Officer

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Tuesday, January 24, 2023

IRVING, Texas, Jan. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- U.S. Oral Surgery Management (USOSM) – a specialty management services company that exclusively serves premier oral and maxillofacial surgeons – is proud to announce a new chief operations officer, Alisa Ulrey, a seasoned executive with more than 30 years of experience shaping two of the nation's largest Fortune 500 companies. As COO, Ulrey will oversee USOSM's daily operations, as well as design and implement business strategies, set company goals for performance and growth, and establish policies that promote company culture and vision.

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Oral Surgery Management (USOSM) is proud to announce a new chief operations officer, Alisa Ulrey, a seasoned executive with more than 30 years of experience shaping two of the nation's largest Fortune 500 companies.
Oral Surgery Management (USOSM) – a specialty management services company that exclusively serves premier oral and maxillofacial surgeons – is proud to announce a new chief operations officer, Alisa Ulrey, a seasoned executive with more than 30 years of experience shaping two of the nation's largest Fortune 500 companies.
Ulrey has served in a wide variety of leadership roles for healthcare and big box retail organizations.
Her main responsibilities at Target included store operations, team engagement, customer service, P&L management and strategic planning to enable future growth.

CARD Champions California Bill to Improve Access to Care for Children Diagnosed with Autism

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Thursday, September 29, 2022

Sacramento, California, Sept. 28, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD) welcomes Governor Newsoms signing of California Bill AB 2581, a bill sponsored by CARD and authored by Assemblymember Rudy Salas, which will increase access to mental health services by reducing credentialing delays.

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Sacramento, California, Sept. 28, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD) welcomes Governor Newsoms signing of California Bill AB 2581, a bill sponsored by CARD and authored by Assemblymember Rudy Salas, which will increase access to mental health services by reducing credentialing delays.
AB 2581 helps increase access to mental health services that can significantly improve the lives of children and their families, said Assemblymember Salas.
CARD is committed to removing barriers to high-quality care and will continue to play a leading role across the country to improve access to treatment for the entire autism community.
CARD treats individuals of all ages diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) at treatment centers around the US.

CHUCK E. CHEESE TURNS DOWN THE VOLUME TO TURN UP THE FUN TO KICK OFF AUTISM AWARENESS MONTH

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Thursday, March 31, 2022

IRVING, Texas, March 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Chuck E. Cheese, the Nation's No.1 family entertainment center, will celebrate Autism Awareness Month with the biggest Sensory Sensitive Sundays event of the year on April 3 at over 400 locations across the U.S. and Canada.

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On the first Sunday of the month, participating restaurants open two hours early to create dedicated playtime for children with autism and other special sensory needs.
All contributions will support Autism Speaks' research, advocacy efforts, programs and services, such as increasing early childhood intervention and global understanding and acceptance of people with autism.
Committed to providing a fun, safe environment, Chuck E. Cheese helps protect families through industry-leading programs such as Kid Check.
As a strong advocate for its local communities, Chuck E. Cheese has donated more than $19 million to schools through its fundraising programs.

U.S. Urology Partners Adds Mandy Lawrence and Corrinne Ehlert to C-Suite

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Wednesday, March 16, 2022

Mandy Lawrence has joined the rapidly growing business as Chief Operating Officer, and Corrinne Ehlert has been named Chief Compliance Officer.

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Mandy Lawrence has joined the rapidly growing business as Chief Operating Officer, and Corrinne Ehlert has been named Chief Compliance Officer.
U.S. Urology Partners was formed to support urology practices with an experienced team of healthcare executives and resources, and is backed by NMS Capital .
Given the interest in U.S. Urology Partners unique model of supporting practices , discussions are underway with numerous groups regarding partnership opportunities.
Corina Tracy, Chief Executive Officer of U.S. Urology Partners , stated, We are very pleased to welcome Mandy Lawrence and Corrinne Ehlert to the U.S. Urology Partners team.

Center for Autism and Related Disorders Announces Senior Leadership Changes

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Wednesday, February 2, 2022

PLANO, Texas, Feb. 02, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Center for Autism and Related Disorders ( CARD ; centerforautism.com), today announced senior leadership changes that further position the organization to deliver high-quality patient care, strong financial performance, and operational excellence as the worlds largest Autism treatment provider.

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PLANO, Texas, Feb. 02, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Center for Autism and Related Disorders ( CARD ; centerforautism.com), today announced senior leadership changes that further position the organization to deliver high-quality patient care, strong financial performance, and operational excellence as the worlds largest Autism treatment provider.
Webster is a highly accomplished senior finance executive with over 25 years of leadership experience with Fortune 50 companies McKesson and General Electric.
We are excited for CARDs continued success under their leadership, said David DAlessandro, CARDs Chair of the Board.
CARD treats individuals of all ages diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) at treatment centers around the globe.