Whittier College

Corporate Governance Leader Sherrin Ross Ingram Selected as a Director to Watch

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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CHICAGO, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The International Center for Strategic Planning (ICFSP) proudly announces that our CEO, Sherrin Ross Ingram, has been honored by Private Company Director Magazine as a "Director to Watch" for 2024. Ms. Ingram is known for blending her legal acumen and strategic consultancy to enrich boardrooms with diverse, cross-sector insights and innovative critical thinking. This acknowledgment is a testament to her exceptional track record of fostering sustainable growth, further highlighted by her recognition as a "Top 100 Women of Influence" and a "Top 100 under 50 Executive Leaders" by DiversityMBA Magazine.

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  • CHICAGO, April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The International Center for Strategic Planning (ICFSP) proudly announces that our CEO, Sherrin Ross Ingram, has been honored by Private Company Director Magazine as a "Director to Watch" for 2024.
  • Ms. Ingram is known for blending her legal acumen and strategic consultancy to enrich boardrooms with diverse, cross-sector insights and innovative critical thinking.
  • The "Directors to Watch" list annually recognizes the exemplary leadership of private company directors, spotlighting those who have shown exceptional governance skills.
  • Selected through a stringent nomination process, Ms. Ingram distinguishes herself within this elite group, which is known for its strategic impact and contributions.

Miguel A. Santana Named Next President and CEO of the California Community Foundation

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The California Community Foundation (CCF) Board of Directors announced that Miguel A. Santana will be CCF's next president and CEO.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Aug. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The California Community Foundation (CCF) Board of Directors announced that Miguel A. Santana will be CCF's next president and CEO.
  • Santana currently serves as the president and CEO of the Weingart Foundation; he will assume his new role on October 16, 2023.
  • Prior to joining the Weingart Foundation, he served as president and CEO of the Fairplex, a nonprofit community benefit organization based in Pomona.
  • "On behalf of the Weingart Board, we want to congratulate Miguel A. Santana on his appointment as president and CEO of CCF," said Monica Lozano, chair, Weingart Foundation board of directors.

Vistage welcomes two new board members to further its vision of helping CEOs of small and midsize businesses to become better leaders

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Thursday, August 17, 2023
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SAN DIEGO, Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Vistage, the world's largest CEO coaching and peer advisory organization, today announced Secretary Maria Contreras-Sweet and General (R) Robert B. "Abe" Abrams have joined its board of directors.

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  • Vistage CEO Sam Reese said, "We are thrilled to welcome Secretary Maria Contreras-Sweet and General Robert Abrams to our board.
  • Each member of the board is committed to Vistage's purpose of helping high-integrity leaders make great decisions that benefit their companies, families and communities.
  • Her mission-driven career has focused on the small and medium-size business community and their ability to access capital, with inclusivity as a hallmark.
  • "Abe" Abrams said, "By joining Vistage's board of directors, I have the opportunity to continue my life's passion for developing and helping leaders become better.

Staley Doc "Fields of Gold" Premieres in Decatur, Illinois on September 16, 2023

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Tuesday, August 8, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Aug. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Pollack Films announced today that the inspirational documentary film "Fields of Gold" will make its hometown premiere on September 16 at 7:00 p.m. CT at the Lincoln Square Theater in Decatur, Illinois. The world premiere on August 18 at the Fine Arts Theater in Beverly Hills is scheduled to screen to a full house.

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  • We want folks to leave the theatre feeling that they have seen a film that matters," said Michael Pollack, CEO of Pollack Films.
  • Executive produced by Mark Staley, and the late Grant Staley, both great-grandsons of A.E.
  • During the Great Depression (1929-1938), though his company struggled, Staley reduced employees' hours by 33% without cutting their pay.
  • "Fields of Gold" seamlessly blends historical documentation with engaging storytelling elements to provide viewers with a comprehensive and immersive experience.

Veteran Benefits Guide Expands Executive Leadership Team to Serve America's Veterans

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Thursday, July 6, 2023
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LAS VEGAS, July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Veteran Benefits Guide (VBG), which helps guide veterans across the U.S. with navigating the Veterans Administration's (VA) disability compensation benefits process, today announced the appointment of two new executive roles that will help to drive the company's long-term growth strategy and overall mission of supporting America's military Veterans.

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  • LAS VEGAS, July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Veteran Benefits Guide (VBG), which helps guide veterans across the U.S. with navigating the Veterans Administration's (VA) disability compensation benefits process, today announced the appointment of two new executive roles that will help to drive the company's long-term growth strategy and overall mission of supporting America's military Veterans.
  • Donato Clay, a U.S. Army Veteran, has been named the company's new Chief Operating Officer (COO).
  • "We are thrilled to have Donato and Lauren's expertise as part of VBG's executive leadership team," said Josh Smith, Founder and CEO of Veteran Benefits Guide.
  • "As a Veteran, I know first-hand how important VBG's services are to ensuring that Veterans receive the full disability benefits they have earned," said Clay.

First Internet Bank Welcomes Lorraine Ortiz as Chief People Officer

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023
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First Internet Bank announced today that Lorraine (Lorrie) Ortiz has joined as Chief People Officer.

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  • First Internet Bank announced today that Lorraine (Lorrie) Ortiz has joined as Chief People Officer.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230425005882/en/
    “First Internet Bank has an award-winning workplace culture, and we are thrilled to bring Lorrie aboard to augment our Team First strategy and elevate our employee experience,” said Nicole Lorch , President and Chief Operating Officer of First Internet Bank.
  • “Her expertise in leading human resources teams and her strong advocacy for employees will be invaluable as we continue to build a world-class financial institution.”
    “First Internet Bank is well known for its unique workplace,” noted Mrs. Ortiz.
  • For more information about First Internet Bank, visit firstib.com .

Ivanti Appoints Michelle Hodges and John Beuchert to Lead Channel Strategy and Accelerate Growth

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Wednesday, November 30, 2022
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Beuchert and Hodges have joined Ivanti to lead channel strategy and accelerate growth by enabling partners to leverage the full breadth of capabilities available in the Ivanti Neurons solutions with their customers.

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  • Beuchert and Hodges have joined Ivanti to lead channel strategy and accelerate growth by enabling partners to leverage the full breadth of capabilities available in the Ivanti Neurons solutions with their customers.
  • We are thrilled to have Michelle and John join Ivanti to strengthen our partner relationships and further build our ecosystem, said Dennis Kozak, Chief Operating Officer at Ivanti.
  • Beuchert is a seasoned channel executive who has driven double-digit sales growth through building productive relationships around global channel strategy, analytics and incentive-based programs with a strong SaaS and Fortune 500 background.
  • For more information about the Ivanti Partner Program or to apply to become an Ivanti Partner, please visit: https://www.ivanti.com/partners .

Metropolitan Board Elects Adán Ortega as New Chairman

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Wednesday, October 12, 2022
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Water policy and strategic communications consultant Adn Ortega today was elected chairman of the board of directors of the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, the primary water importer and wholesaler for 19 million people in six counties.

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  • Water policy and strategic communications consultant Adn Ortega today was elected chairman of the board of directors of the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, the primary water importer and wholesaler for 19 million people in six counties.
  • Ortega, who has served on Metropolitans 38-member board since 2019, is the first Latino chairman to be elected to the post and will serve a two-year term beginning Jan. 1.
  • As head of Metropolitans board, Ortega will represent district policies and programs at the national, state and local levels.
  • Note to editors: A photo of board Chairman-elect Adn Ortega is available upon request.

Jenny Trang Joins Epiq as Vice President of Client Solutions

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Friday, September 23, 2022
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NEW YORK, Sept. 23, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Epiq, a global leader to the legal industry and corporations, announced today Jenny Trang has joined its Class Action group as Vice President of Client Solutions.

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  • NEW YORK, Sept. 23, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Epiq, a global leader to the legal industry and corporations, announced today Jenny Trang has joined its Class Action group as Vice President of Client Solutions.
  • Trang will be responsible for partnering with corporate counsel, outside defense counsel, plaintiffs counsel, and others on the successful resolution of high-profile class action and complex litigation matters.
  • With a customer-first approach, she will explore innovative solutions and growth opportunities to enhance the services and experience delivered to clients.
  • Its rare to be able to add someone with the caliber of Jenny Trang, said Cameron Azari, Senior Vice President at Epiq.

Money Vehicle Roars onto University Campuses at LSU, the SCIAC Conference, and Greek Organizations

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Wednesday, August 31, 2022
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MIAMI, Aug. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Money Vehicle, a leading EdTech company dedicated to closing the U.S. financial literacy gap, is announcing that its virtual financial literacy course has officially launched with the Louisiana State University (LSU) Athletic Department, the Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SCIAC), and national Greek organizations Tau Kappa Epsilon, Alpha Tau Omega, and Delta Sigma Phi.

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  • Money Vehicle Roars onto University Campuses at LSU, the SCIAC Conference, and Greek Organizations
    Money Vehicle is officially in use on the campuses of LSU, Chapman University, Occidental College, the California Institute of Technology, Pomona College, University of Redlands, Whittier College, California Lutheran University, Claremont-Mudd-Scripps Colleges, and the University of La Verne.
  • Money Vehicle is out to show students that this investment in themselves won't be a burden, but instead will empower them to employ their paycheck!"
  • Money Vehicle is a team of former financial advisors, educators, and instructional designers, with a mission to close the financial literacy gap.
  • With decades of collective experience, Money Vehicle has developed an interactive textbook, a standards-based curriculum, and the resources for in-classroom instruction.