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KBRA Assigns Preliminary Ratings to DC Trust 2024-HLTN

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

KBRA announces the assignment of preliminary ratings to eight classes of DC Trust 2024-HLTN, a CMBS single-borrower securitization.

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  • KBRA announces the assignment of preliminary ratings to eight classes of DC Trust 2024-HLTN, a CMBS single-borrower securitization.
  • The collateral for the transaction is a $229.7 million non-recourse, first lien mortgage loan that is expected to be originated by Morgan Stanley.
  • The fixed rate loan has a four-year term and requires monthly interest-only payments that will be based on an estimated coupon of 7.90%.
  • The mortgage loan will be secured by the borrower’s fee simple interest in the Washington Hilton, a 1,107-key full-service hotel located in Washington, DC, in the Dupont Circle neighborhood.

Balaji Jayaseelan, Vice President of Sustainability at Berlin Packaging, set to speak at LuxePack Los Angeles and Verdantix Climate Summit North America this Month

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Monday, February 12, 2024

CHICAGO, Feb. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Berlin Packaging , the world's largest Hybrid Packaging Supplier®, announced today that Balaji Jayaseelan, Vice President of Sustainability, will be speaking at two highly acclaimed events this month – LuxePack Los Angeles, and Verdantix Climate Summit North America.

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  • CHICAGO, Feb. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Berlin Packaging , the world's largest Hybrid Packaging Supplier®, announced today that Balaji Jayaseelan, Vice President of Sustainability, will be speaking at two highly acclaimed events this month – LuxePack Los Angeles, and Verdantix Climate Summit North America.
  • LuxePack Los Angeles will be held from February 14-15th, 2024 at the Los Angeles Convention Center (LACC) in Los Angeles, California.
  • Berlin Packaging is also focused on advancing their own sustainability journey through a renewable energy commitment to cover their operations.
  • “I look forward to engaging stakeholders on how we can scale sustainability and accelerate the circular economy.”

Creme of Nature Announces 2023-2024 Scholarship Winners and Furthers Commitment to Education with the Thurgood Marshall College Fund

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

The Thurgood Marshall College Fund is recognized for its steadfast dedication to uplifting HBCU students through scholarships, capacity-building programs, and innovative research endeavors.

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  • The Thurgood Marshall College Fund is recognized for its steadfast dedication to uplifting HBCU students through scholarships, capacity-building programs, and innovative research endeavors.
  • Sharing this ethos of education and community betterment, Creme of Nature's participation in the Annual Leadership Institute and Gala was a natural collaboration.
  • "Creme of Nature is elated to continue our collaboration with the Thurgood Marshall College Fund and actively back the Annual Leadership Institute and Gala," expressed Stephanie Burks, Senior Marketing Director at Creme of Nature.
  • For more info about Creme of Nature's association with the Thurgood Marshall College Fund, we invite you to explore CremeofNature.com.

Sherri Shepherd To Host TMCF’s Leaders & Legends Gala

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023

WASHINGTON, D.C., Sept. 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WASHINGTON, D.C. – Daytime Emmy Award-winning talk show host, comedian, actress, and best-selling author Sherri Shepherd will serve as the host of the 2023 Thurgood Marshall College Fund’s 36th Annual Leaders & Legends Gala taking place at the Washington Hilton on Saturday, September 23, 2023.

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  • WASHINGTON, D.C., Sept. 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WASHINGTON, D.C. – Daytime Emmy Award-winning talk show host, comedian, actress, and best-selling author Sherri Shepherd will serve as the host of the 2023 Thurgood Marshall College Fund’s 36th Annual Leaders & Legends Gala taking place at the Washington Hilton on Saturday, September 23, 2023.
  • “We are elated to have Sherri Shepherd host our annual Leaders & Legends gala,” TMCF president & CEO Harry Williams said.
  • “Sherri has been a force in the entertainment industry for a number of years.
  • “I am looking forward to hosting Thurgood Marshall College Fund’s annual fundraising gala and being part of this inspirational evening of celebrating leaders, legends, and trailblazers who have positively impacted our society,” Shepherd said.

VOICE & AI 2023 Launches with Top LLMs and Major Brands Sharing the Future of Conversational and Generative AI

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023

Verizon and Amazon Web Services (AWS) are the latest to join VOICE & AI , the leading natural language and generative AI event, to share their stories of AI’s potential.

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  • Verizon and Amazon Web Services (AWS) are the latest to join VOICE & AI , the leading natural language and generative AI event, to share their stories of AI’s potential.
  • Bala Maddali, Head of Conversational AI at Verizon will also deliver a keynote address on human-centered AI.
  • Raj Koneru, CEO of leading conversational AI platform KoreAI will kick off day two with a keynote on how generative and conversational AI is transforming everyday experiences.
  • VOICE & AI 2023’s speaker lineup of more than 150 speakers from around the world ensures attendees will gain invaluable insights into the future of generative and conversational AI.

National Institute of Building Sciences Sets Agenda for Building Innovation 2023

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Monday, August 21, 2023

WASHINGTON, Aug. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The schedule for the National Institute of Building Sciences annual meeting, Building Innovation 2023, is final.

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  • Keynote speakers include HUD Deputy Secretary Adrianne Todman and Trimble Vice President & Executive Director Albert H. Anoubon Momo
    WASHINGTON, Aug. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The schedule for the National Institute of Building Sciences annual meeting, Building Innovation 2023 , is final.
  • BI2023 keynote speakers are Deputy Secretary Adrianne Todman, of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, and Trimble Vice President and Executive Director Albert H. Anoubon Momo.
  • Building Innovation is one of the premiere meetings for all who impact the built environment to find solutions.
  • Sessions will cover building performance and sustainability, resilience, technology, and workforce.

Top Foundational LLMs OpenAI, NVIDIA, and Google to Present at VOICE & AI 2023

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Monday, August 14, 2023

Representatives from top AI companies OpenAI, NVIDIA, and Google will present at VOICE & AI 2023 , the leading natural language and generative AI event, from Sept. 5-7, 2023, at the Washington Hilton.

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  • Representatives from top AI companies OpenAI, NVIDIA, and Google will present at VOICE & AI 2023 , the leading natural language and generative AI event, from Sept. 5-7, 2023, at the Washington Hilton.
  • VOICE & AI 2023 will have more foundational LLMs represented than any other AI conference.
  • “There are still plenty of unknowns about the inner workings of LLMs, and VOICE & AI 2023 aims to advance this critical dialogue so we can steer AI progress responsibly,” said Pete Erickson, CEO of Modev and organizer of VOICE & AI 2023.
  • Whether you're an enterprise leader, developer, researcher, or policy maker, VOICE & AI 2023 offers an incomparable forum to deeply engage with the transformative potential of LLMs.

CORRECTION: TMCF Honoring Impactful Trio, Including NBA Champion Shaquille O’Neal, During Leaders & Legends Awards Gala

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Thursday, August 10, 2023

This highly anticipated event marks the culmination of an impactful week for TMCF, including the Wells Fargo-sponsored Leadership Institute from September 20-23.

Key Points: 
  • This highly anticipated event marks the culmination of an impactful week for TMCF, including the Wells Fargo-sponsored Leadership Institute from September 20-23.
  • During this prestigious black-tie affair, TMCF will honor three remarkable individuals who have significantly contributed to society.
  • NBA Hall of Famer and four-time NBA champion, Shaquille O'Neal, will receive the esteemed Breaking Barriers Award.
  • In 2022, Chanté returned to the BET SoulTrain Awards with a retrospective soul-stirring performance of her many hit songs.

TMCF Honoring Impactful Trio, Including NBA Champion Shaquille O’Neal, During Leaders & Legends Awards Gala

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, August 10, 2023

This highly anticipated event marks the culmination of an impactful week for TMCF, including the Wells Fargo-sponsored Leadership Institute from September 20-23.

Key Points: 
  • This highly anticipated event marks the culmination of an impactful week for TMCF, including the Wells Fargo-sponsored Leadership Institute from September 20-23.
  • During this prestigious black-tie affair, TMCF will honor three remarkable individuals who have significantly contributed to society.
  • NBA Hall of Famer and four-time NBA champion, Shaquille O'Neal, will receive the esteemed Breaking Barriers Award.
  • In 2022, Chanté returned to the BET SoulTrain Awards with a retrospective soul-stirring performance of her many hit songs.

Dolphin Hotel Management Appoints Michael Murray General Manager at The Madison Hotel in Morris Township, New Jersey

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023

Newport Beach-based Dolphin Hotel Management, LLC today appointed Michael Murray as the General Manager of The Madison Hotel in Morris Township, New Jersey.

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  • Newport Beach-based Dolphin Hotel Management, LLC today appointed Michael Murray as the General Manager of The Madison Hotel in Morris Township, New Jersey.
  • “We are thrilled to have Michael as the leader of The Madison team and are confident that he will bring incredible expertise, energy and passion to the property,” stated Mark Becker , Chief Operating Officer.
  • As a seasoned Food and Beverage and Hospitality leader in hotel, catering and restaurant operations, Michael has a deep understanding customers preferences and expectations.
  • Mr. Murray said, “I look forward to building on the rich history that The Madison Hotel and Rod’s Steakhouse have and cultivating a next level of guest experience and satisfaction while giving back into the Morris County community.”