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HISTORIC CHINA GLOBAL PROTEIN INNOVATION EVENT

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Friday, September 30, 2022

BEIJING, Sept. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Amidst a global food crisis, Josh Tetrick, David Welch, Caio Malufe, and other agri-food industry thought leaders joined policymakers from China's Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs online to discuss food security and the prospects of cultivated meat in China and around the world.

Key Points: 
  • Protein innovation is taking the world by storm as the newest form of food production one that is secure and sustainable.
  • Providing the industry with better infrastructure and expertise at this critical stage will accelerate its development and bring China and global food supply chains closer to net zero.
  • He added, "China is the world's second largest protein consumer with strong demand.
  • At Agfood Future, are working for solutions through the integration of projects, technologies, markets, and policies surrounding protein innovation.

Hunter Fausnacht Promoted to President of The Institutes Agent & Broker Group

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Thursday, September 29, 2022

MALVERN, Pa., Sept. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hunter Fausnachthas been promoted to President of The Institutes Agent & Broker Group .

Key Points: 
  • MALVERN, Pa., Sept. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Hunter Fausnachthas been promoted to President of The Institutes Agent & Broker Group .
  • Fausnacht, formerly Vice President of the Agent & Broker Group, has been integral in the formation and success of this business unit designed to support the educational needs of the agent and broker market.
  • Fausnacht succeeds Nicole Riegl, who has been promoted to Head of Enterprise Education Strategy at The Institutes, championing new education initiatives.
  • "Hunter brings unique and innovative ideas to our Agent & Broker Group.

Wawanesa Insurance Donates $150,000 to Help Atlantic Canada and Eastern Quebec Recover From Hurricane Fiona

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Thursday, September 29, 2022

WINNIPEG, Manitoba, Sept. 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company (Wawanesa) announced today a $150,000 donation to support emergency relief in Canadian communities affected by Hurricane Fiona.

Key Points: 
  • WINNIPEG, Manitoba, Sept. 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company (Wawanesa) announced today a $150,000 donation to support emergency relief in Canadian communities affected by Hurricane Fiona.
  • $50,000 to support a dollar-for-dollar donation matching program that is now open to insurance brokers, Wawanesa employees, and the public.
  • The devastation caused by Hurricane Fiona has hit our friends and neighbours hard, added Paul Faubert, Wawanesas Regional Vice President for Eastern Canada.
  • Wawanesa Mutual, with executive offices in Winnipeg, is the parent company of Wawanesa General, which offers property and casualty insurance in California and Oregon; Wawanesa Life, which provides life insurance products and services throughout Canada; and Western Financial Group, which distributes personal and business insurance across Canada.

Cayuga Centers to Host 170th Anniversary Open House Celebrations at Three Florida Locations

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Thursday, September 29, 2022

The open houses will be at Cayuga Centers offices in Boynton Beach on October 11, 2022, Fort Lauderdale on October 12, 2022, and Port St. Lucie on October 13, 2022.

Key Points: 
  • The open houses will be at Cayuga Centers offices in Boynton Beach on October 11, 2022, Fort Lauderdale on October 12, 2022, and Port St. Lucie on October 13, 2022.
  • As we expand in southern Florida and celebrate 170 Years of Cayuga Centers, its important to let the community know we are here to support children and families in need, said Edward Myers Hayes, CEO and President of Cayuga Centers.
  • We are so excited to celebrate with our communities during these three open house events.
  • These three office locations highlight Cayuga Centers growth in the South Florida region.

Health Net Awarded "Health Equity Accreditation Plus" by Prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance

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Thursday, September 29, 2022

SACRAMENTO,Calif., Sept. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Health Net announced today that it is one of nine healthcare organizations in the nation to receive the first-ever Health Equity Accreditation Plus by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) for all lines of business including Medi-Cal, Marketplace, Medicare and Commercial. This new, advanced designation builds on NCQA's foundational Health Equity Accreditation program. That program sets a robust framework for improving health equity by helping organizations identify and close care gaps.

Key Points: 
  • According to NCQA, standards for the new Health Equity Accreditation Plus designation include:
    Offering resources that support clinical and social needs.
  • The new NCQA designation comes on the heels of the Institute for Medicaid Innovation (IMI)'s recognition of Health Net for closing health equity gaps during the pandemic.
  • Based on its health equity programs, interventions and grants to community-based organizations, Health Net has documented key findings and recommendations that drive health equity.
  • We offer these health plans and other services through Health Net, LLC and its subsidiaries: Health Net of California, Inc., Health Net Life Insurance Company and Health Net Community Solutions, Inc.

AVANTIS REACHES THREE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY, CONTINUES TO EXPAND OFFERING

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Thursday, September 29, 2022

Jonathan S. Thomas is president and chief executive officer, and Victor Zhang serves as chief investment officer.

Key Points: 
  • Jonathan S. Thomas is president and chief executive officer, and Victor Zhang serves as chief investment officer.
  • The Institute owns more than 40% of American Century Investments and has received dividend payments of $1.87 billion since 2000.
  • Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) are bought and sold through exchange trading at market price (not NAV) and are not individually redeemed from the fund.
  • Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs): Foreside Fund Services, LLC Distributor, not affiliated with American Century Investment Services, Inc.
    2022 American Century Proprietary Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved.

Morgan Stanley and Centri Tech Foundation Announce Inaugural Winners of the Social Justice Innovation Awards

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Thursday, September 29, 2022

Morgan Stanley, in partnership with Centri Tech Foundation, today announced the inaugural winners of the Social Justice Innovation Awards .

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  • Morgan Stanley, in partnership with Centri Tech Foundation, today announced the inaugural winners of the Social Justice Innovation Awards .
  • We are excited to announce the inaugural Social Justice Innovation Award winners, said Rey Ramsey, Chairman of Centri Tech Foundation.
  • Each winner of the Social Justice Innovation Awards was selected for developing a breakthrough concept aimed at solving critical social justice challenges.
  • Centri Tech Foundation is proud to support the winners of the Social Justice Innovation Awards with the resources and opportunities needed to effect transformative change, said Marta Urquilla, President of Centri Tech Foundation.

Amy Compton-Phillips, MD, Joins Press Ganey and Forsta to Lead Healthcare Consulting Division

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Thursday, September 29, 2022

Press Ganey , the renowned leader in patient, member, employee and consumer experience across the healthcare ecosystem, announced today the appointment of Amy Compton-Phillips, MD, as President and Chief Clinical Officer of the Press Ganey consulting division.

Key Points: 
  • Press Ganey , the renowned leader in patient, member, employee and consumer experience across the healthcare ecosystem, announced today the appointment of Amy Compton-Phillips, MD, as President and Chief Clinical Officer of the Press Ganey consulting division.
  • Amy is a dynamic and highly respected industry leader who champions innovation and patient-centricity in healthcare.
  • She is exactly who our clients need to guide them as the healthcare industry continues to experience disruption and transformation, said Patrick T. Ryan, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Press Ganey.
  • Today Press Ganey offers an integrated suite of solutions that put human experience at the center of healthcare enterprise transformation.

BRV China Holds Singapore Explorer Day at SMU

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Thursday, September 29, 2022

SINGAPORE, Sept. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BlueRun Ventures China (BRV China), a leading early-stage technology-focused venture firm, yesterday hosted Explorer Day in Singapore in collaboration with the Institute of Innovation & Entrepreneurship of Singapore Management University and SGInnovate, a government-owned innovation platform in Singapore to support deep technology entrepreneurship. The event brought together more than 80 founders and pioneers – local entrepreneurs, government associations, academics and venture capitalists – who discussed the company's global investment strategy and emerging trends in the fields of artificial intelligence (AI), enterprise services, Web3, robotics and the global expansion plans of start-ups.

Key Points: 
  • Brings Together Leading Entrepreneurial Minds Across China, Southeast Asia, North America
    SINGAPORE, Sept. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --BlueRun Ventures China (BRV China), a leading early-stage technology-focused venture firm, yesterday hosted Explorer Day in Singapore in collaboration with the Institute of Innovation & Entrepreneurship of Singapore Management University and SGInnovate, a government-owned innovation platform in Singapore to support deep technology entrepreneurship.
  • BRV China remains bullish on the long-term prospects of key frontier areas such as AI, robotics, new energy solutions and biotechnology (powered by innovative algorithms).
  • BlueRun Ventures China (BRV China) is a leading early-stage venture firm in China with offices in Beijing and Shanghai.
  • BRV China focuses on investing in entrepreneurs who create a sustainable impact through technological innovations across enterprise services, transportation and smart machine, digital healthcare, and consumer technology sectors in China.

The Society To Improve Diagnosis In Medicine (SIDM) Reveals Full Speaker Line Up for SIDM2022

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Thursday, September 29, 2022

ALPHARETTA, Ga., Sept. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Society to Improve Diagnosis in Medicine (SIDM), revealed today the final line up for SIDM2022, an annual national conference gathering of diverse, dynamic, and leading voices in the movement to improve medical diagnosis.

Key Points: 
  • ALPHARETTA, Ga., Sept. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Society to Improve Diagnosis in Medicine (SIDM), revealed today the final line up for SIDM2022, an annual national conference gathering of diverse, dynamic, and leading voices in the movement to improve medical diagnosis.
  • He is a physician scientist and is passionate about leveraging technology to improve health care for all.
  • The Society to Improve Diagnosis in Medicine (SIDM) catalyzes and leads change to improve diagnosis and eliminate harm from diagnostic error.We work in partnership with patients, their families, the healthcare community, and every interested stakeholder.
  • In 2015, SIDM established theCoalition to Improve Diagnosis to increase awareness and actions that improve diagnosis.