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Walton Family Foundation Names Amy Saltzman Head of Mississippi River Initiative

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Thursday, December 9, 2021
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"Over the past five years, Amy has built an extensive understanding of the relationships and ecosystems in the Mississippi River region. That is exactly what the foundation needs as we continue to focus on building stronger communities centered on conserving nature," said Moira Mcdonald, director of the Walton Family Foundation Environment Program. "To be successful nationally, our climate adaptation strategies must center on water -- as we know that flooding, storm and drought are how people are experiencing climate change -- and must include people in rural communities who are living these impacts every day."

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Dec. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Walton Family Foundation announced today that Amy Saltzman will serve as a senior program officer leading the foundation's Mississippi River initiative, which seeks to support healthy soils, clean water and a restored and resilient Mississippi River system.
  • "Over the past five years, Amy has built an extensive understanding of the relationships and ecosystems in the Mississippi River region.
  • That is exactly what the foundation needs as we continue to focus on building stronger communities centered on conserving nature," said Moira Mcdonald, director of the Walton Family Foundation Environment Program.
  • The Walton Family Foundation is, at its core, a family-led foundation.

Venatorx Pharmaceuticals Names Scott McConnell, Pharm.D. as Vice President, Medical Affairs

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Thursday, December 2, 2021
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Scott McConnell, Pharm.D. -- Vice President, Medical Affairs at Venatorx Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Photo: Business Wire)

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  • has joined the Company as Vice President, Medical Affairs.
  • With over 20 years experience in infectious disease, oncology, rare and orphan diseases and academia, Dr. McConnell will be responsible for leading the medical affairs function at Venatorx and will oversee the planning and execution of medical strategy, field medical engagement and scientific communications.
  • -- Vice President, Medical Affairs at Venatorx Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Photo: Business Wire)
    I am pleased to welcome Scott to Venatorx, said President and CEO, Christopher J. Burns, Ph.D.
  • In 2006, Dr. McConnell joined Cubist Pharmaceuticals, where he held several medical affairs roles and remained at the company until 2015 when it was acquired by Merck & Co., Inc.

Moore Neuro-Fundraising Lab Adds Three Neuroscientists to Staff

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Wednesday, December 1, 2021
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WASHINGTON, Dec. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Moore Neuro-Fundraising Lab , a Moore company, announced today three Ph.D. level hires: Jill King, Ph.D., Brian Kissell, Ph.D., and Rhimmon Simchy-Gross, Ph.D.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Dec. 1, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Moore Neuro-Fundraising Lab , a Moore company, announced today three Ph.D. level hires: Jill King, Ph.D., Brian Kissell, Ph.D., and Rhimmon Simchy-Gross, Ph.D.
  • "This team of experts brings with them exceptional insights, research expertise and years of study," said Dr. Steve Agauas, director of the Moore Neuro-Fundraising Lab.
  • "I look forward to seeing the advancements and growth of the Moore Neuro-Fundraising Lab with their contributions.
  • Moore Neuro-Fundraising Lab uses the groundbreaking study of neuromarketing to understand the brain's reactions to advertising.

Aviso Retention Announces Aviso Aspire Awards at Annual User Summit

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Tuesday, November 30, 2021
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COLUMBUS, Ohio, Nov. 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Aviso Retention , an AI student success software and equity solution that helps colleges and universities keep underserved students engaged, increase retention, and optimize the chances of degree and certificate completion, today announced the Aviso Aspire award winners at the annual Aviso User Summit.

Key Points: 
  • COLUMBUS, Ohio, Nov. 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Aviso Retention , an AI student success software and equity solution that helps colleges and universities keep underserved students engaged, increase retention, and optimize the chances of degree and certificate completion, today announced the Aviso Aspire award winners at the annual Aviso User Summit.
  • Aviso Retention announced winners of two additional award categories for improving equity and equity-mindedness with the Aviso Aspire Merit and Achievement Awards.
  • The Aviso Aspire Equity and Impact Special Achievement Awards are given to college partners who have made significant impacts on specific student populations and their communities.
  • "Our annual user summit furthers Aviso Retention's mission to encourage equity and equity-mindedness in higher education," says Alexander Leader, Founder & CEO, Aviso Retention.

Trails Carolina Program: Helping Teens With Anxiety

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Saturday, November 27, 2021
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LAKE TOXAWAY, N.C., Nov. 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Trails Carolina, the leader in wilderness therapy for pre-teens and teens, teamed up with the Arkansas Institute of Developmental Science and the Center for Research, Assessment, and Treatment Efficacy to assess the impacts on youth and their families following the Trails Carolina Therapeutic Wilderness Program.

Key Points: 
  • LAKE TOXAWAY, N.C., Nov. 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Trails Carolina, the leader in wilderness therapy for pre-teens and teens, teamed up with the Arkansas Institute of Developmental Science and the Center for Research, Assessment, and Treatment Efficacy to assess the impacts on youth and their families following the Trails Carolina Therapeutic Wilderness Program.
  • The team analyzed everything from the familial environment at their base camp to the multidisciplinary team of expert staff at Trails to the wilderness itself.
  • A mere 12 months after graduating from the Trails Carolina Therapeutic Wilderness Program , 86% of attendees displayed improvement in anxiety symptoms, and a staggering 93% showed a decrease in depression symptoms.
  • Trails Carolina Therapeutic Wilderness Program has an overwhelmingly positive effect on graduates, their prospects, and the health of their homes.

FinWise Bancorp Closes Initial Public Offering of Common Stock

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Tuesday, November 23, 2021
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MURRAY, Utah, Nov. 23, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FinWise Bancorp ("FinWise" or the "Company"), parent company of FinWise Bank (the "Bank"), today announced that it has completed its initial public offering of a total of 4,025,000 shares of its common stock at a public offering price of $10.50 per share, including 525,000 shares of common stock sold pursuant to the underwriters' overallotment option, which was exercised in full.

Key Points: 
  • MURRAY, Utah, Nov. 23, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FinWise Bancorp ("FinWise" or the "Company"), parent company of FinWise Bank (the "Bank"), today announced that it has completed its initial public offering of a total of 4,025,000 shares of its common stock at a public offering price of $10.50 per share, including 525,000 shares of common stock sold pursuant to the underwriters' overallotment option, which was exercised in full.
  • The net proceeds to the Company, after deducting the underwriting discount and estimated offering expenses, are expected to be approximately $35.6 million.
  • The common stock to be offered in the initial public offering will not be insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.
  • This press release includes "forward-looking statements," including with respect to the Company's initial public offering.

Northwell Health-GoHealth Urgent Care earns HANYS 2021 Pinnacle Award for Antibiotic Stewardship Program

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Tuesday, November 23, 2021
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Northwell Health-GoHealth Urgent Care was recognized for its implementation of an antibiotic stewardship program (ASP) across its large-scale urgent care network.

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  • Northwell Health-GoHealth Urgent Care was recognized for its implementation of an antibiotic stewardship program (ASP) across its large-scale urgent care network.
  • Northwell Health-GoHealth Urgent Care began an antibiotic stewardship program in 2019 to monitor and improve the way antibiotics are prescribed by providers and taken by patients.
  • Within the first year of the program, the network's 52 urgent care centers had shown a 21 percent drop in total antibiotic use, equating to 167,000 fewer antibiotic prescriptions.The stewardship program effectively safeguards patients from antibiotic resistance, side effects and medical costs.
  • Watch Northwell Health-GoHealth Urgent Care's Pinnacle Award video profile to learn more about the organization's Antibiotic Stewardship Program.

FinWise Bancorp Announces Pricing of Initial Public Offering of Common Stock

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Friday, November 19, 2021
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MURRAY, Utah, Nov. 18, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FinWise Bancorp (FinWise or the "Company"), parent company of FinWise Bank (the Bank), today announced the pricing of its initial public offering of 3,500,000 shares of its common stock at a public offering price of $10.50 per share.

Key Points: 
  • MURRAY, Utah, Nov. 18, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FinWise Bancorp (FinWise or the "Company"), parent company of FinWise Bank (the Bank), today announced the pricing of its initial public offering of 3,500,000 shares of its common stock at a public offering price of $10.50 per share.
  • In addition, the Company has granted the underwriters a 30-day option to purchase up to 525,000 additional shares of common stock from the Company at the initial public offering price, less the underwriting discount.
  • The common stock to be offered in the initial public offering will not be insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.
  • This press release includes "forward-looking statements," including with respect to the Companys initial public offering.

Third Coast Bancshares, Inc. Announces Closing of IPO Over-Allotment Option, Resulting in Gross Proceeds of $100.6 Million

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Wednesday, November 17, 2021
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Stephens Inc., Piper Sandler & Co. and Deutsche Bank Securities acted as joint book-running managers for the offering.

Key Points: 
  • Stephens Inc., Piper Sandler & Co. and Deutsche Bank Securities acted as joint book-running managers for the offering.
  • A registration statement relating to these securities was declared effective by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the SEC) on November 8, 2021.
  • Copies of the final prospectus relating to the offering may be obtained from Stephens Inc., P.O.
  • Founded in 2008 in Humble, Texas, Third Coast Bank, SSB conducts banking operations through 12 branches and one loan production office encompassing the four largest metropolitan areas in Texas.

Walton Family Foundation: House Passes BBB, Builds Momentum on Climate Investments

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Friday, November 19, 2021
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Research has revealed that 85% of the world is experiencing climate change and the Walton Family Foundation is invested in solutions.

Key Points: 
  • Research has revealed that 85% of the world is experiencing climate change and the Walton Family Foundation is invested in solutions.
  • This month, in partnership with PBS Newshour, the Walton Family Foundation supported a discussion on water in the Western U.S. where communities along the Colorado River Basin are facing historic droughts and developing new conservation strategies.
  • The Walton Family Foundation is, at its core, a family-led foundation.
  • Three generations of the descendants of our founders, Sam and Helen Walton, and their spouses, work together to lead the foundation and create access to opportunity for people and communities.