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Col. Jennifer Pritzker Named Best in Biz Awards’ 2023 Philanthropist of the Year

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Friday, December 15, 2023
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Chicago, Dec. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TAWANI Enterprises, Inc. is delighted to announce that its President and CEO, Col. Jennifer Pritzker, was named a Bronze winner in the 13th Annual Best in Biz Awards’ Philanthropist of the Year in the Executive of the Year category.

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  • Chicago, Dec. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TAWANI Enterprises, Inc. is delighted to announce that its President and CEO, Col. Jennifer Pritzker, was named a Bronze winner in the 13th Annual Best in Biz Awards’ Philanthropist of the Year in the Executive of the Year category.
  • The Best in Biz Awards is the only business awards program judged by independent panels of prominent writers and editors from top-tier publications.
  • “It’s a real honor for me to be recognized as a Best in Biz Awards’ 2023 Philanthropist of the Year,” says Colonel (IL) Jennifer N. Pritzker, IL ARNG (Retired), TAWANI Enterprises Founder, and CEO.
  • To view the complete list of the Best in Biz Awards honorees, please visit their website .

The Inner Circle Acknowledges, Reginald D. Hughes as a Top Pinnacle Healthcare Professional for his contributions to the field of Family Medicine

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Friday, December 8, 2023
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LAURELTON, N.Y., Dec. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Reginald D. Hughes, MD, MPH, FAAFP, is acknowledged as a Top Pinnacle Healthcare Professional for his contributions to the field of Family Medicine.

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  • LAURELTON, N.Y., Dec. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Reginald D. Hughes, MD, MPH, FAAFP, is acknowledged as a Top Pinnacle Healthcare Professional for his contributions to the field of Family Medicine.
  • He completed a residency in family medicine and a fellowship in family medicine/obstetrics, both completed at Jamaica Hospital Medical Center in Queens, NY from 1998 to 2001.
  • The doctor also holds an MPH (public health) and a Master's degree in space studies (astronomy) from the American Military University.
  • The doctor noted that family medicine is a medical specialty devoted to comprehensive health care for people of all ages.

Col. Jennifer Pritzker Named Elizabeth Dole Foundation’s Caregiver Ally Award Recipient

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Thursday, October 12, 2023
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Chicago, Oct. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TAWANI Enterprises is pleased to announce its President and CEO, Col. Jennifer Pritzker, was named the 2023 Elizabeth Dole Foundation’s Caregiver Ally award recipient during the Foundation’s annual Heroes & History Makers celebration on October 11 at The Anthem in Washington, D.C.

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  • Chicago, Oct. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TAWANI Enterprises is pleased to announce its President and CEO, Col. Jennifer Pritzker, was named the 2023 Elizabeth Dole Foundation’s Caregiver Ally award recipient during the Foundation’s annual Heroes & History Makers celebration on October 11 at The Anthem in Washington, D.C.
  • Hidden Heroes encourages military caregivers to connect to resources and inspires individuals and organizations to support military caregivers in their communities.
  • She is also the founder of three non-profits: Pritzker Military Foundation, TAWANI Foundation, and the Pritzker Military Museum & Library.
  • The gift, which will be payable over four years, will support the Elizabeth Dole Foundation’s caregiver programs and community outreach.

FHU Student Completes Army Combat Fitness Test, Will Soon Become Contracted ROTC Cadet

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023
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Henderson, Tenn., Sept. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- FHU freshman Parker Pugh felt nervous leading up to the six-event Army Combat Fitness Test, but his perseverance paid off, allowing him to join the ranks of the Skyhawk Army ROTC Battalion on his way to becoming a contracted Cadet.

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  • Henderson, Tenn., Sept. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- FHU freshman Parker Pugh felt nervous leading up to the six-event Army Combat Fitness Test, but his perseverance paid off, allowing him to join the ranks of the Skyhawk Army ROTC Battalion on his way to becoming a contracted Cadet.
  • By successfully completing this challenging physical test, Pugh will join Cadet Cody Goodwin as FHU's second contracted Army ROTC Cadet in the Skyhawk Battalion's FHU Lion Detachment.
  • "This was the last hurdle I had to become a contracted Army ROTC Cadet, a title I will be proud to hold until graduation and my commission in the US Army."
  • "We are proud of this accomplishment so early in the semester and are excited for him to become an officially contracted FHU Lion Detachment Army ROTC Cadet."

Marqeta Appoints Cybersecurity Executive Heather Gantt-Evans As Chief Information Security Officer

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Tuesday, August 29, 2023
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Marqeta (NASDAQ: MQ), the global modern card issuing platform, today announced the appointment of Heather Gantt-Evans as its Chief Information Security Officer (CISO).

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  • Marqeta (NASDAQ: MQ), the global modern card issuing platform, today announced the appointment of Heather Gantt-Evans as its Chief Information Security Officer (CISO).
  • Gantt-Evans is a previous security and risk management leader at SailPoint, The Home Depot and Ernst & Young, and will be responsible for overseeing Marqeta’s global corporate and product security strategies.
  • “Heather is an expert security strategist who brings a wealth of experience building results-driven cybersecurity programs for start-ups, small businesses, and Fortune 100 companies alike,” said Randy Kern, Chief Technology Officer of Marqeta.
  • “I’m thrilled for the opportunity to join Marqeta and lead transformative security programs that effectively reduce and manage risk.

First Hispanic woman elected to lead the more than 1 million-member DAV

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Tuesday, August 8, 2023
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The service-connected disabled Army veteran is the first Hispanic woman to hold DAV’s highest post.

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  • The service-connected disabled Army veteran is the first Hispanic woman to hold DAV’s highest post.
  • “I do not take this responsibility lightly and promise to give you all my absolute best effort in this role,” Espinosa told the crowd of more than 2,000 DAV members and supporters.
  • In 2014, Espinosa was awarded the Bonnie Anderson Award for Outstanding Service by the DAV Department of Utah.
  • “Commander Espinosa has earned the respect of her fellow veterans at DAV through years of dedicated service,” said DAV National Adjutant and CEO Barry Jesinoski.

U.S. Army Reserve campaign spotlights careers in the U.S. Army Reserve, with 3 new promotional assets

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Thursday, June 1, 2023
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WASHINGTON, June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Army announced three additional brand films to support the "It's Your Time" campaign to communicate the vast possibilities of service in the U.S. Army Reserve. "It's Your Time"—originally released in April—aims to educate motivated, career-driven, and youth of all backgrounds about the part-time pathway to service through civilian and military lifestyles of Army Reserve Soldiers.

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  • "It's Your Time" modernizes Army Reserve marketing efforts to create a breakthrough campaign for prospective Soldiers.
  • WASHINGTON, June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Army announced three additional brand films to support the "It's Your Time" campaign to communicate the vast possibilities of service in the U.S. Army Reserve.
  • The new campaign reveals the tangible ways Army Reserve Soldiers can level up their skill sets with added benefits of training, education, and flexibility.
  • The lines represent the dual pursuit of U.S. Army Reserve Soldiers, simultaneously excelling in Army service and their civilian careers.

American Water Recognized by Friendly Forces as 5 STAR Reservist Friendly Employer

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Monday, May 22, 2023
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American Water (NYSE: AWK), the nation’s largest publicly traded water and wastewater utility company, announced today that it has been recognized by Friendly Forces as a 5 STAR Reservist Friendly Employer.

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  • American Water (NYSE: AWK), the nation’s largest publicly traded water and wastewater utility company, announced today that it has been recognized by Friendly Forces as a 5 STAR Reservist Friendly Employer.
  • “American Water is honored to receive the Friendly Forces 5 STAR Reservist Friendly Employer and formally partner with this organization during Military Appreciation Month,” said Lori Sutton, Chief Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Officer, American Water.
  • “At Friendly Forces, we have come to realize that there is a massive disparity in the benefits afforded reservists, even within the same sectors,” said Eric Evans, co-founder and CEO of Friendly Forces.
  • American Water is one such all-star, and we are incredibly proud to recognize them as part of an elite group of 5 STAR Reservist Friendly Employers.

Wreaths Across America Radio Holds “Serve and Succeed” RoundTable Discussion on Veteran Employment

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Thursday, May 18, 2023
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This roundtable discussion will build upon this year’s Wreaths Across America (WAA) theme, “Serve and Succeed,” and addresses employment opportunities for veterans as well as pertinent information for those looking to hire veterans.

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  • This roundtable discussion will build upon this year’s Wreaths Across America (WAA) theme, “Serve and Succeed,” and addresses employment opportunities for veterans as well as pertinent information for those looking to hire veterans.
  • The roundtable will air exclusively on Wreaths Across America Radio , Wednesday, May 31, at 12pm EST and 5pm EST.
  • You can listen to Wreaths Across America Radio’s 24/7 internet stream anytime and anywhere on the iHeart Radio app, Audacy app, TuneIn app, or at www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/radio
    This is the ninth roundtable broadcast on Wreaths Across America Radio.
  • All panel discussions are broadcast exclusively on Wreaths Across America Radio.

Toshiba Wins Above and Beyond Award

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Thursday, April 27, 2023
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Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions receives the Above and Beyond award from the Employer Support of The Guard and Reserve (ESGR) in recognition of its policies and benefits that support National Guard and National Reserve service employees.

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  • Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions receives the Above and Beyond award from the Employer Support of The Guard and Reserve (ESGR) in recognition of its policies and benefits that support National Guard and National Reserve service employees.
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    “At Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions, we value the hard work and dedication that service members of the National Guard and National Reserve perform to protect us at home and abroad.
  • We empower our service member employees with meaningful careers while providing access to the benefits and opportunities they deserve,” said Rance Poehler, President and CEO of Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions.
  • These four ERGs are VALOR, the Women’s Network, BLAAC (Black, Latino, African American, and Caribbean), and the South Asian Community.