Gerald Loeb Lifetime Achievement Award winners

Skechers President Michael Greenberg Named Person of the Year by Footwear News

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

Michael Greenberg, president of Skechers, The Comfort Technology Company™, has been named 2023 Person of the Year by leading trade publication Footwear News in its annual FN Achievement Awards (FNAA)—23 years after he first earned the honor in 2000.

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  • Michael Greenberg, president of Skechers, The Comfort Technology Company™, has been named 2023 Person of the Year by leading trade publication Footwear News in its annual FN Achievement Awards (FNAA)—23 years after he first earned the honor in 2000.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231102138628/en/
    Skechers president Michael Greenberg named Person of the Year at the 2023 FN Achievement Awards.
  • From fashion styles to lifestyle product and performance shoes for sport enthusiasts, Skechers’ offering is enhanced with the Company’s signature comfort innovations—including its patented Skechers Hands Free Slip-ins® Technology, Skechers Arch Fit® Technology, Skechers Resagrip® Technology, Skechers Max Cushioning® Technology, Skechers Hyper Burst Pro™ Technology, Skechers Air-Cooled Memory Foam®, Skechers Relaxed Fit® Technology, and Skechers Performance FitKnit® Technology.
  • The Company’s footwear and apparel collections are available in Skechers retail stores as well as at skechers.com , plus department stores and footwear retailers around the globe.

NYECC Announces 2023 Energy New York Award Recipients for Innovation and Leadership in Energy

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Monday, October 16, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The New York Energy Consumers Council (NYECC), one of the largest energy customer advocacy organizations representing energy users in New York State, today announced its 2023 Energy New York Awards (ENYA) recipients. The ENYA honors organizations and individuals who demonstrate exceptional leadership and innovation in energy use and sustainability, and whose work has vast impact. Laura Popa, Deputy Commissioner of Sustainability for the New York City Department of Buildings, served as Keynote Speaker at the event.

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  • ENYA RECIPIENTS: Arup, Jacobs Urban Technology Hub at Cornell Tech JEDI AWARD RECIPIENTS: David Davenport, Kate Frucher LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD RECIPIENT: Former Governor George E. Pataki
    NEW YORK, Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The New York Energy Consumers Council (NYECC), one of the largest energy customer advocacy organizations representing energy users in New York State, today announced its 2023 Energy New York Awards (ENYA) recipients.
  • The ENYA honors organizations and individuals who demonstrate exceptional leadership and innovation in energy use and sustainability, and whose work has vast impact.
  • Laura Popa, Deputy Commissioner of Sustainability for the New York City Department of Buildings, served as Keynote Speaker at the event.
  • received an innovation award for his work on how technology can optimize urban systems while ensuring equity in tech deployment and development.

17th Annual Invest in Others Awards Honor Financial Advisors for Philanthropy

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Thursday, September 21, 2023

BOSTON, Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Invest in Others Charitable Foundation ("Invest in Others") presented five awards to financial advisors committed to giving back to their communities during its 17th annual Invest in Others Awards Gala in Boston on September 20, 2023.

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  • BOSTON, Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Invest in Others Charitable Foundation ("Invest in Others") presented five awards to financial advisors committed to giving back to their communities during its 17th annual Invest in Others Awards Gala in Boston on September 20, 2023.
  • The Invest in Others (IiO) Awards program, which includes five categories, honors financial advisors who volunteer their time and talents to support nonprofits helping to make a difference in the lives of others.
  • Top gala sponsors included Apollo, Cetera Financial Group, Commonwealth Financial Network, Fidelity Investments, LPL Financial, Merrill Lynch, MFS, Morgan Stanley, Natixis Investment Managers, Osaic, and Private Advisor Group.
  • It's truly a privilege to honor and support their admirable efforts and the example they exhibit for the financial services industry."

symplr's Dee Donatelli Recognized with the George R. Gossett Leadership Award by the Association for Health Care Resource & Materials Management

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Wednesday, August 9, 2023

HOUSTON, Aug. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --  symplr®,  a leading enterprise healthcare operations software provider, announced that Dee Donatelli, RN, BSN, MBA, senior director of symplr Spend, was recognized with the George R. Gossett Leadership Award by the Association for Health Care Resource & Materials Management (AHRMM) during the opening ceremony of this week's AHRMM Annual Conference & Exhibition. This award, the association's highest honor bestowed on an individual, was created in memory of George R. Gossett, an early president of AHRMM. This award highlights Donatelli's 40+years of experience and continued contributions and commitment to advancing healthcare supply chain excellence and patient care.

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  • This award, the association's highest honor bestowed on an individual, was created in memory of George R. Gossett, an early president of AHRMM.
  • This award highlights Donatelli's 40+years of experience and continued contributions and commitment to advancing healthcare supply chain excellence and patient care.
  • "I am honored to receive the George R. Gossett Leadership Award," said Donatelli.
  • This achievement marks Donatelli's third prestigious award in the field of supply chain management in the last several years.

ACG Names Brent Baxter as Chief Executive Officer

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Monday, July 31, 2023

CHICAGO, July 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of ACG – the premier midmarket mergers and acquisitions association – announces the appointment of its new Chief Executive Officer, Brent Baxter, effective July 31, 2023.

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  • CHICAGO, July 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of ACG – the premier midmarket mergers and acquisitions association – announces the appointment of its new Chief Executive Officer, Brent Baxter, effective July 31, 2023.
  • "We found that person in Brent," said Nowaczyk, "and we are excited for the organization's next chapter.
  • Brent served as ACG Chairman in 2021 and has been a member of the Executive Committee for the past six years – four years with the Office of the Chair, and two years as Finance Chair.
  • Please watch a GrowthTV video where Brent Baxter discusses what's next for ACG.

Honigman LLP Announces the Passing of Law Firm Co-founder Alan E. Schwartz

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Friday, July 28, 2023

(Jack) Miller in 1952 creating the firm, which was then known as Honigman Miller and Schwartz.

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  • (Jack) Miller in 1952 creating the firm, which was then known as Honigman Miller and Schwartz.
  • Alan was a lawyer, businessman and friend to his clients, whom he served with integrity and intelligence," said Honigman Chairman and CEO David Foltyn.
  • It was his vision for Honigman 'to be the best law firm for the best lawyers' which has inspired and guided our firm for over half a century."
  • He is survived by his children, Marc (Emily Camiener) Schwartz, Kurt (Susan) Schwartz and Ruthanne (Joe) Fuller, and five grandchildren.

Coastal Bridge Advisors Named to AdvisorHub's Top 100 RIAs to Watch

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Monday, July 24, 2023

WESTPORT, Conn., July 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Coastal Bridge Advisors, a bicoastal boutique independent Registered Investment Adviser with offices in Westport, Connecticut, and Los Angeles, California, is pleased to announce that firm Advisor Kimberly R. Nelson, CFA®, CDFA®, has been recognized as a Top 100 Advisors to Watch by AdvisorHub, ranking among the top five of all included advisors in 2023. 

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  • "My colleagues and I are dedicated to enhancing the quality of our clients' lives by uncomplicating and articulating their objectives clearly and succinctly to achieve their financial goals.
  • The 100 Top RIAs to Watch list assembles efficient and productive teams that have achieved scale without compromising their level of service while maintaining healthy growth.
  • Before working for Coastal Bridge Advisors, she honed her skills at Morgan Stanley, UBS Financial Services, and Oppenheimer and Co.
    She is actively involved with Habitat for Humanity both in the U.S. and in Mexico.
  • For her work helping others, she received a 2019 Women of Achievement Award from the Century City Chamber of Commerce.

Finalists Announced for the 17th Annual Invest in Others Awards

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Monday, July 17, 2023

ANDOVER, Mass. , July 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Invest in Others Charitable Foundation ("Invest in Others") has announced 15 finalists for the 2023 Invest in Others Awards, which will be held on September 20, 2023 at the Westin Boston Seaport District.

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  • , July 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Invest in Others Charitable Foundation ("Invest in Others") has announced 15 finalists for the 2023 Invest in Others Awards, which will be held on September 20, 2023 at the Westin Boston Seaport District.
  • Now in its 17th year, the Invest in Others (IiO) Awards program recognizes financial advisors who volunteer their time and talents to support nonprofits helping to make a difference in lives of others.
  • Finalists are selected based on their leadership, dedication, contribution, inspiration and impact on both their designated charities and the communities they serve.
  • To learn more about the finalists and their charitable work, visit investinothers.org/awards and follow #IiOAwards on social media.

Batteries Plus Recognizes Longtime Franchisees for Milestone Achievement of $20 Million in Sales

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Monday, July 10, 2023

HARTLAND, Wis., July 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- During its annual Sales Achievement Event, Batteries Plus, the world's leading specialty battery franchise, recognized dozens of franchisees in the system – from brand veterans marking milestone accomplishments after decades with the franchise, to rookies who have only just begun their franchising journey. Among the impressive award winners were Miguel and Tony Perez, who received the Lifetime Achievement Award for their extraordinary efforts in achieving a Batteries Plus first: $20 million in sales.

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  • Among the impressive award winners were Miguel and Tony Perez, who received the Lifetime Achievement Award for their extraordinary efforts in achieving a Batteries Plus first: $20 million in sales.
  • The Perez's franchising venture with Batteries Plus began when their father, Jose, saw a newspaper advertisement for the brand 28 years ago.
  • Together, Jose, his wife, and their sons opened the first Batteries Plus location on the West Coast in 1995.
  • "We're proud of all we've been able to accomplish over the last 28 years with Batteries Plus," said Miguel, who serves as the CEO of their Batteries Plus stores.

Melmark New England Celebrates Twenty-Five Years of Mission First Moments Serving Individuals with Autism, Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

Leading the evening's ceremonies, nearly 300 guests also enjoyed co-emcees Cindy Fitzgibbon of WCVB StormTeam 5 and Kendra Petrone, MAGIC 106.7's morning co-host.

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  • Leading the evening's ceremonies, nearly 300 guests also enjoyed co-emcees Cindy Fitzgibbon of WCVB StormTeam 5 and Kendra Petrone, MAGIC 106.7's morning co-host.
  • Thomas Crofcheck, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, shared his thoughts on the state of employee wages.
  • Crofcheck said "Human services organizations rely on direct support professionals who are predominantly women, people of color, and immigrants.
  • Despite the fact that some public funding agencies do not support annual DSP wage increases, Rita did it anyway.