Gerald Loeb Lifetime Achievement Award winners

Janet Hanson to be Honored with Lifetime Achievement Award at Ellevate's Mobilize Women Awards and Cocktail Reception

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Friday, May 19, 2023

NEW YORK, May 19, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Ellevate Network, the largest community of women+ at work, is excited to announce that Janet Hanson will be an honoree at the Mobilize Women Cocktail Reception on June 6th at Prince George Ballroom in New York City.

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  • NEW YORK, May 19, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Ellevate Network, the largest community of women+ at work, is excited to announce that Janet Hanson will be an honoree at the Mobilize Women Cocktail Reception on June 6th at Prince George Ballroom in New York City.
  • "I am honored and delighted to accept the Ellevate Lifetime Achievement Award," said Hanson.
  • "We're thrilled to honor Janet Hanson with the Lifetime Achievement Award at this year's Mobilize Women," said Maricella Hererra, CEO of Ellevate Network.
  • If you'd like to attend the Mobilize Women Awards and Cocktail Reception, you can purchase your tickets here or email [email protected] to reserve a table..

SAIC Announces CEO Transition

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Thursday, May 18, 2023

She will succeed Nazzic S. Keene, who has decided to retire as CEO and from the SAIC Board, also effective October 2.

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  • She will succeed Nazzic S. Keene, who has decided to retire as CEO and from the SAIC Board, also effective October 2.
  • To ensure a seamless transition, Townes-Whitley will join SAIC on June 12 as CEO-elect, while Keene continues as CEO through October 1.
  • SAIC Board Chair Donna Morea said, “We thank Nazzic for her tremendous contributions and dedication to SAIC, which resulted in greater opportunities for our employees, improved outcomes for our customers and increased value for our shareholders.
  • “I have known, respected and admired Toni for years and am thrilled to welcome her to our SAIC family,” Keene said.

Mercy College Celebrates Honorees and Raises More Than $400,000 for Student Scholarships at its 42nd Annual Trustees' Gala

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Monday, May 8, 2023

DOBBS FERRY, N.Y., May 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, Mercy College announced that it raised more than $400,000 at its 42nd Annual Trustees' Scholarship Gala to benefit student scholarships. Held at Glen Island Harbour Club in New Rochelle, New York on May 4th, the event drew nearly 300 attendees, including community leaders, as well as Mercy trustees, students, Mercy and College of New Rochelle (CNR) alumni, faculty and staff, and friends who gathered in person and virtually to celebrate the evening's honorees and raise critical funds for students.

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  • Mercy College announced that it raised more than $400,000 at its 42nd Annual Trustees' Scholarship Gala to benefit student scholarships.
  • DOBBS FERRY, N.Y., May 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, Mercy College announced that it raised more than $400,000 at its 42nd Annual Trustees' Scholarship Gala to benefit student scholarships.
  • "I'm so proud of how proud our alumni are for their degrees of Mercy College," said Tim Hall, president of Mercy College, who received a standing ovation.
  • "Mercy College has brought incredible resources to our community and to its students under President Hall," said Westchester County Legislator Imamura.

Auction of Washington Wines Announces 2023 Honorary Vintner and Grower

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Friday, April 28, 2023

SEATTLE, April 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Returning for its 36th year of fundraising events and community engagement, the Auction of Washington Wines has announced the 2023 honorary vintner and honorary grower, and released tickets to the second annual TOAST! Industry Awards. The event on August 10 at Chateau Ste. Michelle celebrates these and other individuals who have worked for the betterment and continued success of Washington wine. Tickets are available now for the TOAST! Industry awards ceremony, dinner, and new after-party.

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  • Industry Awards, including a new after-party
    SEATTLE, April 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Returning for its 36th year of fundraising events and community engagement, the Auction of Washington Wines has announced the 2023 honorary vintner and honorary grower, and released tickets to the second annual TOAST!
  • The Auction of Washington Wines' congratulates 2023 honorary grower Miguel Rodriguez from Weinbau Vineyard.
  • Auction of Washington Wines Star Award, for a donor, organization, or individual whose commitment significantly advanced Auction of Washington Wines' mission of uplifting the Washington wine industry and supporting the community.
  • The Auction of Washington Wines promotes awareness and growth of the Washington wine industry while benefiting the community, with ongoing contributions to three beneficiaries: Seattle Children's , Washington State University's Viticulture and Enology Department , and the AWW Industry Grant Partner, Vital Wines .

Hotel Association of NYC Foundation Hosts Annual "Red Carpet Hospitality Gala"

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Wednesday, April 19, 2023

Event Will Feature Live Broadway Performance by Adrianna Hicks, Star of "Some Like It Hot"

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  • Event Will Feature Live Broadway Performance by Adrianna Hicks, Star of "Some Like It Hot"
    NEW YORK, April 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Luminaries and executives from the hotel and tourism, Broadway, and restaurant industries, will gather on Monday, May 1, 2023 at the "Red Carpet Hospitality Gala," an Annual Dinner hosted by the Hotel Association of New York City Foundation (HANYC Foundation).
  • The fundraiser will take place at The Pierre Hotel in Manhattan.
  • The event is co-chaired by Vijay Dandapani, President and CEO, Hotel Association of New York City; Heather Davis, Chair, Hotel Association of New York City Foundation; and Fred Grapstein, Chair, Hotel Association of New York City.
  • Established in 1878, the Hotel Association of New York City (HANYC), Inc. is one of the oldest professional trade associations in the nation.

Tricolor Names Regina Montoya as Executive Director of the Newly Formed Tricolor Foundation

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Wednesday, April 19, 2023

DALLAS, April 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tricolor today announced it has named Regina Montoya as Executive Director of the Tricolor Foundation.

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  • DALLAS, April 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tricolor today announced it has named Regina Montoya as Executive Director of the Tricolor Foundation.
  • Tricolor Foundation is a nonprofit organization created to expand upon Tricolor’s mission supporting financially underserved Hispanics.
  • By leveraging the Tricolor brand and geographic footprint throughout the Western United States, the Foundation emphasizes the improvement of financial literacy, life skills and enrollment rates in higher education.
  • “We’re extremely honored to have Regina lead this vitally important initiative to more broadly uplift America’s low-income Hispanic population,” said Daniel Chu, founder and CEO of Tricolor.

Haroon Siddiqui honoured with CJF Lifetime Achievement Award

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Monday, March 27, 2023

The Canadian Journalism Foundation's Lifetime Achievement Award this year goes to Haroon Siddiqui.

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  • The Canadian Journalism Foundation's Lifetime Achievement Award this year goes to Haroon Siddiqui.
  • Adrienne Clarkson, the 26th governor general of Canada, and a member of the CJF's Lifetime Achievement Award Jury.
  • Siddiqui will be honoured at the CJF Awards ceremony on June 13 at the Royal York Hotel, Toronto.
  • "I am delighted that our Lifetime award jury unanimously selected Haroon for this honour," says CJF board chair Kathy English.

80 Is the New 50: Vint Cerf Is at the Top of His Game

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Tuesday, March 21, 2023

NORTH OLMSTEAD, Ohio, March 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Vinton G. Cerf turns 80 this year and he's busy as ever. As Google's Chief Internet Evangelist continues his tireless efforts to advance the beneficial use of the Internet, he receives The Marconi Society's prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award. Cerf's work will be celebrated at the organization's Awards Gala on October 27.

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  • NORTH OLMSTEAD, Ohio, March 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Vinton G. Cerf turns 80 this year and he's busy as ever.
  • Cerf is the first person in the Marconi Society's nearly 50-year history to receive both the Marconi Prize (1998) and the Lifetime Achievement Award.
  • While industry players focused on proprietary networks, Cerf had a wider vision built upon open standards.
  • "The problem with getting a lifetime achievement award is that everyone thinks you're done," said Cerf.

Insight Recognized Among Achievers 50 Most Engaged Workplaces of 2023

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Monday, March 20, 2023

Insight Enterprises (NASDAQ: NSIT), a Fortune 500 Solutions Integrator focused on driving client success through digital transformation, today announced its recognition as one of the 2023 Achievers 50 Most Engaged Workplaces®.

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  • Insight Enterprises (NASDAQ: NSIT), a Fortune 500 Solutions Integrator focused on driving client success through digital transformation, today announced its recognition as one of the 2023 Achievers 50 Most Engaged Workplaces®.
  • In receiving this accolade, Insight is recognized for its demonstrated leadership in leveraging innovative teammate engagement and recognition programs.
  • Our teammates are behind our commitment to digital transformation for our clients,” said Jen Vasin, chief human resources officer, Insight.
  • For more information about Achievers 50 Most Engaged Workplaces®, visit www.achievers.com/engaged .

2023 LOEB AWARDS OPEN CALL FOR ENTRIES WITH MARCH 31 DEADLINE FOR JOURNALISM COMPETITION SUBMISSIONS

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Wednesday, March 1, 2023

LOS ANGELES, March 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- UCLA Anderson School of Management and the G. and R. Loeb Foundation invite individual journalists and all print, online and broadcast media outlets to submit entries in 12 competition categories for the 2023 Gerald Loeb Awards for Distinguished Business and Financial Journalism. Nominations will also be accepted for two career achievement honors, the Lifetime Achievement Award and the Lawrence Minard Editor Award.

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  • The #LoebAwards open 2023 Call for Entries for journalism competition with new questionnaire replacing cover letter.
  • The Gerald Loeb Awards are the most prestigious honor in business journalism in the United States.
  • Gerald Loeb designated UCLA Anderson the steward of the Loeb Foundation and Awards in 1973.
  • The #LoebAwards competition entries deadline is Friday, March 31, 2023, at 11:59:59 p.m. Pacific Time.