Seattle University

Camp Ozobot Adds New Campuses in Boston, Chicago, Denver, and Seattle

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Friday, February 24, 2023

SAN RAFAEL, Calf., Feb. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- US Sports Camps, the largest provider of sports camps in the world, announced an exciting development in their summer camp partnership with Ozobot, an award-winning creator of programmable robots and STEAM-based learning solutions for education.

Key Points: 
  • Following a successful pilot campaign in 2022, Camp Ozobot will be coming to new regions of the U.S. – Denver, Seattle, Boston, Fairfield, and Chicago.
  • The camps will utilize Ozobot coding solutions, including Color Codes and Ozobot Blockly, along with standards-aligned curriculum.
  • "We're excited to expand the Camp Ozobot network this summer alongside our awesome group of talented educators," said Nicholas Brunner, Director of Business Development at Ozo Edu.
  • Camps run Monday-Thursday, from 9:00am-4:00pm, at top-notch campuses such as Seattle University, Curry College, Lake Forest Academy and Fairfield University.

Chartwells Higher Education Outlines Top Trends for 2023 in Plant-Based Dining on College Campuses

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Thursday, January 12, 2023

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Jan. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This year, the retail market for plant-based foods reached $7.4 billion — $5.5 billion more than in 2019 — and today's college students are driving high levels of adoption. In fact, nearly eight in ten (79%) of Gen Z eat plant-based meals at least once a week, with 60% of them wanting to eat more plant-based foods.

Key Points: 
  • Chartwells Higher Education, a recognized leader in contract food management, has committed to increasing its plant-based dining options and programming across its 300 campus partners.
  • In addition, to help food service professionals stay ahead of the curve in the rapidly evolving plant-based landscape, Monalisa Prasad, Chartwells' National Director of Sustainability, has outlined five plant-based and sustainability trends to be aware of in college dining in 2023:
    More 100% plant-based menus on college campuses.
  • I expect the scale and sophistication of campus gardens to increase, along with their ties to campuses' broader sustainability goals.
  • To learn more about Chartwells Higher Education and its plans for plant-based and sustainable dining in 2023, please visit http://chartwellshighered.com/

Harbor Custom Development, Inc. Board of Directors Appointed Karen Bryant Lead Independent Director

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Thursday, December 22, 2022

TACOMA, Wash, Dec. 22, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Harbor Custom Development, Inc. (Nasdaq: HCDI, HCDIP, HCDIW, HCDIZ) ("Harbor," "Harbor Custom Homes®," or the "Company"), an innovative and market leading real estate company involved in all aspects of the land development cycle, today announced the Board of Directors have appointed Karen Bryant, former Seattle Storm CEO, as the board’s lead independent director, effective immediately.

Key Points: 
  • TACOMA, Wash, Dec. 22, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Harbor Custom Development, Inc. (Nasdaq: HCDI, HCDIP, HCDIW, HCDIZ) ("Harbor," "Harbor Custom Homes®," or the "Company"), an innovative and market leading real estate company involved in all aspects of the land development cycle, today announced the Board of Directors have appointed Karen Bryant, former Seattle Storm CEO, as the board’s lead independent director, effective immediately.
  • With Atavus, a sports technology start-up, Bryant worked closely with the Founders and Board of Directors on fundraising and strategic planning.
  • Bryant joined the Harbor Custom Development, Inc. Board of Directors in June 2021.
  • "We are delighted to have Karen in this new lead position with the board,” said Harbor President and CEO, Sterling Griffin.

Symetra Promotes Mindi Work to Executive Vice President, Individual Life Division and Emerging Solutions

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Monday, November 14, 2022

Symetra Life Insurance Company today announced the promotion of Mindi Work to executive vice president, Individual Life Division and Emerging Solutions.

Key Points: 
  • Symetra Life Insurance Company today announced the promotion of Mindi Work to executive vice president, Individual Life Division and Emerging Solutions.
  • Most recently senior vice president and chief of strategy, Ms. Work reports to Margaret Meister, president and chief executive officer, Symetra Financial Corporation.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221114005822/en/
    Mindi Work, executive vice president, Individual Life Division and Emerging Solutions at Symetra.
  • She will retain her emerging solutions responsibilities in addition to her role leading the Individual Life business at Symetra.

FormFactor Appoints New Board Member

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Monday, September 26, 2022

LIVERMORE, Calif., Sept. 26, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FormFactor, Inc. (Nasdaq: FORM) today announced the appointment of Brian White to its Board of Directors effective immediately.

Key Points: 
  • LIVERMORE, Calif., Sept. 26, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FormFactor, Inc. (Nasdaq: FORM) today announced the appointment of Brian White to its Board of Directors effective immediately.
  • FormFactor is very fortunate to have Brian White join our Board of Directors.
  • I look forward to Brian's contributions as FormFactor continues to grow its leadership position in the semiconductor industry.
  • Mr. White joins the FormFactor Board of Directors with over 29 years of experience in the semiconductor and high-tech industries.

Kymeta Corporation Announces New Board Member and Advisor to Board

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Tuesday, August 23, 2022

The news comes in light of Steve Spenglers retirement from the board after serving for five years.

Key Points: 
  • The news comes in light of Steve Spenglers retirement from the board after serving for five years.
  • She has held key positions including Head of Marketing for the Boeing Commercial Division and President for Boeing Japan.
  • In addition to Kymeta, she also served as Chairman of the Board at Seattle University and a board member of Weyerhaeuser Company, Howmet Aerospace, and BAE Systems.
  • In addition to welcoming Piasecki, Kymeta has added Lt. General (retired) Fran Beaudette to the companys Board of Advisors.

WaterIQ Technologies™ Appoints Board of Directors to Drive Next Phase of Growth for Ultrasonic Algae and BioFilm Treatment Solutions

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Monday, August 8, 2022

WaterIQ Technologies , the leader in next-generation ultrasonic solutions to combat harmful algae and biofilm without the use of chemicals, has announced world-renowned individuals to its Board of Directors.

Key Points: 
  • WaterIQ Technologies , the leader in next-generation ultrasonic solutions to combat harmful algae and biofilm without the use of chemicals, has announced world-renowned individuals to its Board of Directors.
  • Lawrence Field Mr. Field is CEO, and Chairman of the Board of WaterIQ Technologies and Founder of LDF Ventures, LLC.
  • WaterIQ Technologies provides non-chemical ultrasonic algae remediation solutions that eliminate most species of harmful algae from water bodies within one to two weeks without causing harm to other forms of life.
  • WaterIQ Technologies combines world-class go-to-market engagement, technical expertise, innovative technology, and business processes to sustainably address the worlds growing algae crisis.

Filipino American National Historical Society to hold conference in Seattle

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Saturday, August 6, 2022

Now, the Filipino American National Historical Society (FANHS) is determined to restart its 2022 national conference by combining in-person and virtual offerings Aug. 11-13 at Seattle University, 901 12th Avenue.

Key Points: 
  • Now, the Filipino American National Historical Society (FANHS) is determined to restart its 2022 national conference by combining in-person and virtual offerings Aug. 11-13 at Seattle University, 901 12th Avenue.
  • The 19th biennial national conference and general membership meeting in Seattle is the marquee event of FANHS, a historical society with 41 chapters in the U.S. "It's truly an intergenerational conference," said Emily P. Lawsin, historic preservation specialist at 4Culture, a sponsor of many FANHS projects in Seattle.
  • "Intergenerational meaning from first-generation immigrants to third-, fourth-, fifth-generation Filipino Americans whose families have been here for 100 years or more."
  • The Filipino American National Historical Society (FANHS) is a volunteer-based, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.

Two Leading Communications Firms Join Forces to Create Unparalleled Statewide Agency in Washington

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Thursday, July 14, 2022

SEATTLE and SPOKANE, Wash., July 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Two of Washington state's most influential communications, advocacy and marketing agencies have joined together to create the only statewide firm serving top business, government and nonprofit clients.

Key Points: 
  • Spokane-based DH, a 25-year-old strategic communications, social change and marketing firm, has acquired nearly 30-year-old Nyhus Communications, including its world-class clients and its nine-person team.
  • "Importantly, having partnered previously with Nyhus Communications on advocacy campaigns, we knew our firms' values and teams aligned.
  • We have spent our respective careers seeking to make a positive difference in communities through our strategic communications work."
  • The agency specializes in crisis and high-stakes communications as well as health care communications all services in demand in recent years.

Intravacc publishes 2021 annual report and announces expansion of its management team and board of directors

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Tuesday, July 5, 2022

In addition, Intravacc's Chief Financial Officer Nathalie Laarakker has been appointed to the board of directors.

Key Points: 
  • In addition, Intravacc's Chief Financial Officer Nathalie Laarakker has been appointed to the board of directors.
  • The annual report for the financial year 2021, including a review of figure, performance and Financial Statements for the Year ended 31 December 2021, is available online here and can also be downloaded as PDF.
  • A summary of Intravacc's financials are also published in the Annual Report Management of State Participations 2021 ( page 165-168, in Dutch ).
  • Furthermore, Intravacc B.V. is very pleased with the expansion of its management team and board of directors.