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Experts Form Industry-First Group To Examine Equity, Access and Safety in Youth Transportation

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
Software, Family, Consumer, Public Transport, Technology, Primary, Secondary, Other Transport, Education, Children, Transport, Other Technology, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Community, Silicon Valley Leadership Group, Equitable, FIA, Organization, Entrepreneurship, School, Public, Research, Child, EdChoice, USI, Senior, Poverty, Silicon, Empowerment, HopSkipDrive, Child protection, Safety, Access, Injury, National Association, National Policy, Management

EATAC will examine the connections between disruptions to safe, reliable transportation access to school, and the devastating role these gaps in policy can play in students’ lives.

Key Points: 
  • EATAC will examine the connections between disruptions to safe, reliable transportation access to school, and the devastating role these gaps in policy can play in students’ lives.
  • The group is coming together with HopSkipDrive , a leading technology company solving complex transportation challenges where there is a heightened need for safety, equity and care.
  • “We know that transportation is a lifeline for communities around the country, and expanding access to transportation is key to improving outcomes across the spectrums,” said Vanessa Davis, EATAC founding member and Co-Manager of Foster Youth in Action.
  • “Together with other experts in this space, EATAC will explore how school rides – and youth transportation in general – are important building blocks towards true equity in education.

Kaplan Launches Buyer Agency Professional Designation to Help Real Estate Agents Navigate Looming Major Changes to the Industry’s Business Model

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
Other Education, Residential Building & Real Estate, Construction & Property, Training, Education, National Association, Uncertainty, Record, Friction, Marketing, BAP, Sale, Real estate

Kaplan has launched a Buyer Agency Professional (BAP) designation to help buyer agents succeed as they face a drastically different real estate business model on the horizon.

Key Points: 
  • Kaplan has launched a Buyer Agency Professional (BAP) designation to help buyer agents succeed as they face a drastically different real estate business model on the horizon.
  • Now they’ll have to negotiate their commission with their clients, who will have to pay them directly, potentially causing significant early friction.
  • Among the skills that real estate professionals will learn in the eight-hour, live online course:
    Buyer Agency and Responsibilities: Learn the responsibilities of a buyer agent.
  • Professional Fees: Find out the steps to secure your professional fees, including who can and can’t pay you.

Gambling.com Group Secures New $50 Million Credit Facility

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Online, Casino, Gaming, Communications, Entertainment, Digital Marketing, GAMB, National Association, Federal funds rate, RFR, Acquisition, Wells Fargo, Simple, Growth, Line of credit

Gambling.com Group Limited (Nasdaq: GAMB) (“Gambling.com Group” or the “Company”), a leading provider of player acquisition services for the regulated global online gambling industry, today announced the closing of a new credit facility (the “Credit Facility”) with Wells Fargo Bank, National Association (“Wells Fargo”) in the principal amount of $50 million, comprised of a $25 million revolving credit facility and a $25 million term loan facility.

Key Points: 
  • Gambling.com Group Limited (Nasdaq: GAMB) (“Gambling.com Group” or the “Company”), a leading provider of player acquisition services for the regulated global online gambling industry, today announced the closing of a new credit facility (the “Credit Facility”) with Wells Fargo Bank, National Association (“Wells Fargo”) in the principal amount of $50 million, comprised of a $25 million revolving credit facility and a $25 million term loan facility.
  • The new Credit Facility matures on March 19, 2027, and, subject to approval by Wells Fargo, may be incrementally increased by up to $10 million in the aggregate.
  • The credit facility is expected to be used for general corporate purposes, to settle deferred consideration, and to fund potential growth opportunities.
  • Elias Mark, Chief Financial Officer of Gambling.com Group, commented, “We have established a track record of successful execution on our growth initiatives that are delivering consistently strong revenue, Adjusted EBITDA and cash flow growth.

Pet Insurance Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report 2024 - Global Forecasts to 2030 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Health Insurance, Health, Pets, Consumer, Accident, NAIC, Horse, APPA, Reptile, Bird, Insurance, Dog, Agency, Nationwide, Disease, National Association, Pet, American Pet Products Association, USD, Animal, Legislation, Pet industry

The "Pet Insurance Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Coverage Type (Accident-only, Accident & Illness), By Animal Type (Dogs, Cats), By Sales Channel (Agency, Broker, Direct), By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2024 - 2030" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "Pet Insurance Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Coverage Type (Accident-only, Accident & Illness), By Animal Type (Dogs, Cats), By Sales Channel (Agency, Broker, Direct), By Region, And Segment Forecasts, 2024 - 2030" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Furthermore, pet insurance providers are offering a wider range of coverage options, including customizable plans that cater to different needs and budgets, making insurance more accessible and attractive to pet owners.
  • The National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) has developed a Pet Insurance Model Act to create regulatory guidance for states regarding pet health insurance.
  • In addition, there is a growing awareness and concern among pet owners about their pets' health, leading to an increased demand for pet insurance

AbilityOne: Creating and sustaining employment opportunities for people who are blind

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Monday, March 18, 2024
People with Disabilities, Medical Supplies, Human Resources, Thought Leadership, Communications, Professional Services, DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion), Social Activism, Consumer, Health, Veterans' affairs, Employment, Government, Paratriathlon, Environment, Partnership, Javits–Wagner–O'Day Act, Ageing, Workforce, Disability, National Association, Senate, Work, Management

It leverages the procurement of needed goods and services for the government to create employment at a fair market price.

Key Points: 
  • It leverages the procurement of needed goods and services for the government to create employment at a fair market price.
  • The AbilityOne Program is meant to promote the employment of people who are blind or have severe disabilities; however, those who are blind are facing challenges to finding employment options.
  • All employees are offered opportunities for cross-training, upward mobility and provided assistance if they want to seek employment elsewhere.
  • I am asking you to advocate for a full range of choices of employment opportunities for people with disabilities.

Oshkosh Corporation to Nominate Annette Clayton for Election to Board of Directors

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Monday, March 18, 2024
Other Defense, Off-Road Trucks & SUVs, Contracts, General Automotive, Automotive, Defense, Trucking, Government Technology, Automotive Manufacturing, Transport, Manufacturing, Military, Nordson Corporation, Automation, NXP Semiconductors, Schneider Electric, Duke Energy, Corporation, Annual general meeting, NDSN, Oshkosh Corporation, Saturn Corporation, National Association, Dell, NXPI, General Motors, Management

Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE: OSK), a leading innovator of purpose-built vehicles and equipment, today announced that its Board of Directors will nominate Annette Clayton, chairwoman and former president and chief executive officer of Schneider Electric North America, for election to the Oshkosh Board at the Company’s 2024 Annual Meeting of Shareholders.

Key Points: 
  • Oshkosh Corporation (NYSE: OSK), a leading innovator of purpose-built vehicles and equipment, today announced that its Board of Directors will nominate Annette Clayton, chairwoman and former president and chief executive officer of Schneider Electric North America, for election to the Oshkosh Board at the Company’s 2024 Annual Meeting of Shareholders.
  • “The Oshkosh Board is pleased to nominate Annette, a proven chief executive in the industrial, energy management and technology sectors, for election to our Board,” said Stephen D. Newlin, chairman of the board of Oshkosh.
  • She previously served in senior management roles with General Motors Corporation, including as president of Saturn Corporation.
  • Ms. Clayton currently serves as a director of NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ: NXPI), Duke Energy Corporation (NYSE: DUK) and Nordson Corporation (NASDAQ: NDSN).

NAPFM, MFA, and AIMA File Lawsuit Against SEC to Vacate Dealer Rule

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Monday, March 18, 2024
Asset Management, Professional Services, Finance, Congress, MFA, District court, LLP, Security (finance), AIMA, Gibson Dunn, National Association, Financial adviser

Bryan Corbett, President & CEO of MFA, said: “We were left with no choice but to challenge the Dealer Rule, because it will harm markets and create tremendous uncertainty for investors.

Key Points: 
  • Bryan Corbett, President & CEO of MFA, said: “We were left with no choice but to challenge the Dealer Rule, because it will harm markets and create tremendous uncertainty for investors.
  • The Dealer Rule is indeterminate and leaves certain market participants uncertain of their need to comply with the dealer regulatory framework.
  • The petitioners argue the Dealer Rule must be vacated and set aside in its entirety because:
    The SEC lacks the statutory authority to adopt the definition in the Dealer Rule because the rule captures firms that are not, and have never been considered, dealers and lacks any limiting principle.
  • The SEC engaged in arbitrary and capricious decision making, including by failing to adequately address the economic consequences of the Dealer Rule.

Bermuda Risk Summit Continues to Attract Strong Showing of Overseas Delegates

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Monday, March 18, 2024
Banking, Accounting, Professional Services, Business, Thought Leadership, Fintech, Asset Management, Other Professional Services, Legal, Insurance, Finance, Consulting, Bermuda College, Synthetic media, AXA, NAIC, KPMG, INED, Amazon, Partnership, Risk, FIO, Eastern Kentucky University, Gold, Transport, Capital, BMA, KBRA, Food, EY, Faculty, BDA, Arch Capital Group, Gen Re, Student, Investment, Kirkland & Ellis, Florida State University, SS&C Technologies, International business, National Association, Recreation, Treasury, Economic development

The Bermuda Risk Summit, presented by the Bermuda Business Development Agency (BDA), in partnership with the Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers (ABIR) and EY, has once again had a strong showing of overseas support, with 40% of its 450-plus delegate-list attending from overseas.

Key Points: 
  • The Bermuda Risk Summit, presented by the Bermuda Business Development Agency (BDA), in partnership with the Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers (ABIR) and EY, has once again had a strong showing of overseas support, with 40% of its 450-plus delegate-list attending from overseas.
  • The immediate economic impact of the 2024 Bermuda Risk Summit, held at the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club, March 13-15, including lodging, transportation, food and beverage, retail and recreation was estimated at $3.4 million, supporting 432 jobs.
  • Far more significant were the long-term economic benefits brought about by the additional visitors who flew to Bermuda for business meetings during the week of the summit.
  • Fiona Luck, Lloyd’s Council Member, Convex Group INED said, “I congratulate the BDA on another successful Bermuda Risk Summit, further cementing Bermuda’s position as a globally significant insurance and reinsurance centre.

e.l.f. Beauty, Top-Performing Stock on NYSE, Celebrates Two Decades of Purpose-Led Growth at Opening Bell

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Monday, March 18, 2024
Cosmetics, Online Retail, Retail, Consumer, Teens, Women, Corporation, Friends, Culture, NACD, Face, Beauty, Partnership, Eye, Woman, Senior, Generation Z, Heart, Fair trade, National Association, Multimedia, Lip, Gen, Management

Beauty is ringing the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange on Monday, March 18, 2024, in celebration of 20 years of disrupting norms, shaping culture and connecting communities.

Key Points: 
  • Beauty is ringing the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange on Monday, March 18, 2024, in celebration of 20 years of disrupting norms, shaping culture and connecting communities.
  • e.l.f.
  • The company’s stock price has increased over 1500% in the last five years, making it the best-performing stock on the NYSE during that period.
  • e.l.f.

PreventScripts Names Two Sector Leaders to its Board of Directors

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Friday, March 15, 2024
Apps, Applications, Technology, Other Technology, Health Technology, Software, Networks, General Health, Pharmaceutical, Health, Data Management, Audit, Internal medicine, Risk management, Commonwealth Fund, Professor, Patient, University, MD, Texas Instruments, Semiconductor, National Technological University, National Association, Physician, Engineering, Silicon

As a seasoned business leader and strategic advisor, Jones brings experience in corporate governance, risk management and financial operations.

Key Points: 
  • As a seasoned business leader and strategic advisor, Jones brings experience in corporate governance, risk management and financial operations.
  • Jones serves on the advisory board of National Association of Corporate Directors – Nashville, where he also chairs the Program committee.
  • The clinical advisory board is comprised of physicians with a unique perspective and breadth of expertise to enhance PreventScripts’ comprehensive platform.
  • The board now includes:
    Dr. Rebecca Berman, MD, Professor and Internal Medicine Residency Program Director at the University of California, San Francisco