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Canapi Ventures Welcomes Tom Davis As New General Partner

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Canapi Ventures, the fintech venture capital fund investing in early to growth stage financial services companies, today announced that Tom Davis has joined the company as a General Partner focused on leading growth stage equity investments. Davis will open Canapi's office in San Francisco and join the firm's investment committee. 

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  • WASHINGTON, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Canapi Ventures, the fintech venture capital fund investing in early to growth stage financial services companies, today announced that Tom Davis has joined the company as a General Partner focused on leading growth stage equity investments.
  • Davis joins Canapi with close to two decades of experience in the financial services space, having worked with growth stage companies throughout his career at Morgan Stanley, General Atlantic, and Centana Growth Partners.
  • "Tom is the ideal fit for Canapi's multistage platform and overall growth investing efforts," said Walker Forehand, President and General Partner of Canapi Ventures.
  • As General Partner, Davis will lead Canapi's Bay Area operations and provide in-person engagement and connectivity with the firm's portfolio companies based on the West Coast.

Pan-Mass Challenge Donates Unprecedented $72 Million to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

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Monday, November 13, 2023
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BOSTON, Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Pan-Mass Challenge (PMC), the world's single most successful athletic fundraiser, announced its largest gift ever for cancer research, treatment, and care at the world-renowned Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, a record-breaking $72 million. This impressive gift will bring the PMC's total contributions to $972 million since 1980, positioning the organization to cross a monumental $1 billion in cumulative fundraising for the Institute in 2024.

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  • BOSTON, Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Pan-Mass Challenge (PMC), the world's single most successful athletic fundraiser, announced its largest gift ever for cancer research, treatment, and care at the world-renowned Dana-Farber Cancer Institute , a record-breaking $72 million.
  • This impressive gift will bring the PMC's total contributions to $972 million since 1980, positioning the organization to cross a monumental $1 billion in cumulative fundraising for the Institute in 2024.
  • "Our riders continue to expand the very definition of what a bike-a-thon, and a bicycle, was really meant to do!
  • When the PMC began in 1980, the five-year relative survival rate for cancer was 50 percent, and today, it's more than 65 percent.

Editas Medicine Strengthens Executive Leadership Team with Appointment of Caren Deardorf as Chief Commercial and Strategy Officer

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Monday, September 25, 2023
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CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Sept. 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Editas Medicine, Inc. (Nasdaq: EDIT), a clinical-stage genome editing company, today announced the appointment of Caren Deardorf as the Company’s first Chief Commercial and Strategy Officer.

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  • CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Sept. 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Editas Medicine, Inc. (Nasdaq: EDIT), a clinical-stage genome editing company, today announced the appointment of Caren Deardorf as the Company’s first Chief Commercial and Strategy Officer.
  • “As we drive our lead program EDIT-301 towards commercialization, I am happy to welcome a commercial leader of Caren’s caliber to Editas.
  • Caren has a proven ability to translate early discovery and clinical assets into robust business strategy with disciplined portfolio prioritization and value creation.
  • Caren’s expertise and track record make her the ideal leader to help Editas reach this goal for patients,” said Gilmore O’Neill, M.B., M.M.Sc., President and Chief Executive Officer, Editas Medicine.

World's Most Successful Athletic Fundraiser Pan-Mass Challenge Brings Together Thousands of Cyclists to Raise $70 Million for Cancer Research

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Saturday, August 5, 2023
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BOSTON, Aug. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On Saturday, August 5 and Sunday, August 6, the Pan-Mass Challenge (PMC), the world's single most successful athletic fundraiser, will bring together 6,500 riders and over 3,000 volunteers for its 44th ride. In 2023, the PMC has a record-breaking goal of raising $70 million for cancer research and patient care at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (Dana-Farber) in Boston, Massachusetts, which, if achieved, will bring the organization's contributions in the fight against cancer to $970 million since 1980. 

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  • In 2023, the PMC has a record-breaking goal of raising $70 million for cancer research and patient care at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (Dana-Farber) in Boston, Massachusetts, which, if achieved, will bring the organization's contributions in the fight against cancer to $970 million since 1980.
  • In the last five years, Dana-Farber doctors and researchers have played a substantial role in developing more than half of all cancer drugs approved by the FDA.
  • The PMC is Dana Farber's largest single contributor, playing an integral role in the funding for this groundbreaking and lifesaving work lead by the Institute.
  • There are also 160 Dana-Farber employees committed to the PMC as riders and volunteers, in some cases helping to fund their own cancer research.

Burns & Levinson Partner Laura Lee Mittelman Named a Law.com 2023 "New Leader in the Law"

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Thursday, July 27, 2023
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BOSTON, July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Burns & Levinson partner Laura Lee Mittelman has been named a 2023 "New Leader in the Law" by Law.com in its inaugural New England Legal Awards, which will be presented on September 21, 2023 in Boston.

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  • BOSTON, July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Burns & Levinson partner Laura Lee Mittelman has been named a 2023 "New Leader in the Law" by Law.com in its inaugural New England Legal Awards, which will be presented on September 21, 2023 in Boston.
  • Mittelman also has an active real estate litigation practice, handling commercial and residential matters, including environmental claims.
  • At Burns & Levinson, she currently co-leads the firm's Women's Working Group in support of the firm's DEI initiative.
  • Outside of her billable work, Mittelman has been a volunteer teacher for the Boston Bar Association's "Law Day in the Schools."

Jogan Health Invites Lucky Fans to Taylor Swift Concert to Honor Incredible Story of Strength in the Face of Adversity

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Thursday, July 20, 2023
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ENGLEWOOD, Colo., July 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In a move that displays true empathy, Jogan Health offered two tickets to Katherine Gibson and her sister Laura. Unlike concert ticket winners from the Jogan Health Concert Ticket Giveaway, this gesture stems from a truly inspiring story, and not from luck or chance. 

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  • Unlike concert ticket winners from the Jogan Health Concert Ticket Giveaway , this gesture stems from a truly inspiring story, and not from luck or chance.
  • Katherine contacted Jogan Health to share this testimonial and it moved CEO Dan Dietrich and his team immensely.
  • On a call with Jogan Health, they were invited to watch Taylor Swift perform live from Jogan's private suite at Empower Field in Denver.
  • Katherine and Laura attended the Taylor Swift concert on 7/14 and it is Jogan Health's hope that the experience helps them get through the months of recovery ahead.

Dana Farber Cancer Institute’s Jimmy Fund Celebrates 75 years of Progress and Impact on May 22

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Monday, May 22, 2023
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Special anniversary events will continue throughout the summer to celebrate 75 years of the Jimmy Fund and support of cancer care and research at the #1 ranked cancer center in New England.

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  • Special anniversary events will continue throughout the summer to celebrate 75 years of the Jimmy Fund and support of cancer care and research at the #1 ranked cancer center in New England.
  • Not only did he get his wish, but more than $200,000 was collected and the Jimmy Fund was born.
  • Activities for the Jimmy Fund’s 75th (#JimmyFund75) anniversary include:
    Proclamation – Boston Mayor Michelle Wu will issue a City of Boston Proclamation, announcing May 22 as Jimmy Fund Day.
  • Light Boston Blue for the Jimmy Fund – Many of Boston’s most popular landmarks and structures will light up in the Jimmy Fund’s signature blue to celebrate the Jimmy Fund on the evening of May 22.

Washington Trust Appoints Rolando Lora to Head Retail Lending Division

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Wednesday, April 26, 2023
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WESTERLY, R.I., April 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Washington Trust Company today announced Rolando Lora has been appointed Executive Vice President and Chief Retail Lending Officer.

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  • WESTERLY, R.I., April 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Washington Trust Company today announced Rolando Lora has been appointed Executive Vice President and Chief Retail Lending Officer.
  • "We're excited to have Rolando join our executive team and lead our retail lending division's continued strategic market share growth and expansion," stated Edward O.
  • resident, joins Washington Trust from Wells Fargo's home lending division, where he most recently served as Mortgage Retail Sales Senior Manager for the New England, Upstate New York, and New Jersey region.
  • During his tenure at Wells Fargo, Lora successfully led the retail lending division's regional growth, oversaw key strategic initiatives, and was instrumental in relationship and team-building programs.

Jelenew, Luxury High Performance Female Sports Brand with A Cycling Focus, Launches Expanded Lines for Spring Combining French Couture Design and Technical Features

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023
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EDISON, N.J., April 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Jelenew, a luxury high performance female sports brand with a cycling focus, is launching expanded lines for spring, combining French couture design and technical performance technology. Designed for outdoor and indoor cycling, as well as everyday fitness activities, Jelenew's cycling jerseys, bibs, shorts, fitness sports bras and leggings are available now at www.jelenew.com. With a strong commitment and mission to empower more women, Jelenew is actively partnering with local U.S. non-profit organizations providing support to help women achieve their personal goals and be their best selves.

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  • Committed to Encouraging Female Empowerment, Jelenew Partnering with Local U.S.
    EDISON, N.J., April 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Jelenew , a luxury high performance female sports brand with a cycling focus, is launching expanded lines for spring, combining French couture design and technical performance technology.
  • Designed for outdoor and indoor cycling, as well as everyday fitness activities, Jelenew's cycling jerseys, bibs, shorts, fitness sports bras and leggings are available now at www.jelenew.com .
  • The result is CurveTec™ , a proprietary technology using draped tailoring and form fitting design supporting key muscle groups, especially during the active motion of pedaling.
  • "Jelenew, created just for women, is delivering the next generation of female-focused cycling and athleisure apparel," said Slindy Li, founder at Jelenew.

With Office Expansion and New 7-year Lease, SmartBear Expands Investment in Somerville, Massachusetts

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Thursday, November 17, 2022
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SmartBear added an onsite gym, coffee bars, and several new collaboration areas for its 260 employees.

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  • SmartBear added an onsite gym, coffee bars, and several new collaboration areas for its 260 employees.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221116006096/en/
    Ribbon cutting for office expansion at SmartBear headquarters at Assembly Row, Somerville, Massachusetts.
  • With an active peer-to-peer community, we meet customers where they are to help make our technology-driven world a better place.
  • SmartBear is committed to ethical corporate practices and social responsibility, promoting good in all the communities we serve.