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Promising New Data Published on Potential Therapy to Boost Effectiveness of Pancreatic Cancer Treatments

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

The data points to a promising strategy to boost the effectiveness of existing drugs in pancreatic cancer and other solid-tumor cancers.

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The data points to a promising strategy to boost the effectiveness of existing drugs in pancreatic cancer and other solid-tumor cancers.
According to the American Cancer Society , some 66,000 persons in the U.S. are diagnosed annually with pancreatic cancer, a disease with a very low survival rate that is projected to take 51,000 lives in 2024.
"Finding an approach to use lower doses while maintaining efficacy has been a constant search for cancer treatments."
"BLR-100 targets the formation of the protective tumor stroma, a fibrotic-like element that is thought to retard the entry of chemo-therapeutic agents."

BLR Wins Bronze for Best Advance in Learning Management Technology for Compliance Training from the Brandon Hall Group

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

Acquisition, LMS, RNL, Learning, HR, Organization, BLR, Management

BRENTWOOD, Tenn., Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- BLR® has been a leader in the employee training industry for over five decades and is frequently recognized for expert content and service in the industry. This year, BLR is taking home a bronze medal in Brandon Hall Group's "Best Advance in Learning Management Technology for Compliance Training Category."

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BLR® was recognized for innovation in compliance training by the Brandon Hall Group Excellence in Technology Awards.
This year, BLR is taking home a bronze medal in Brandon Hall Group's "Best Advance in Learning Management Technology for Compliance Training Category."
TrainingToday® is an eLearning product of BLR that offers training content in a wide range of categories, along with a learning management system (LMS) that scales with businesses.
The Brandon Hall Group Excellence Awards recognize training solutions that provide innovative technology for learning, talent management, and development.

Ducommun Incorporated Reports Fourth Quarter 2023 Results

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

Acquisition, Ducommun, ASC, Airbus, Electronic Systems, Growth, Adjustment, DCO, GAAP, Webcast, Boeing, BLR, Q&A, Video game

SANTA ANA, Calif., Feb. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ducommun Incorporated (NYSE: DCO) (“Ducommun” or the “Company”) today reported results for its fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2023.

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New All Time Highs for Revenue and Adjusted EBITDA in 2023 of $757 Million and $102 Million, Respectively
SANTA ANA, Calif., Feb. 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ducommun Incorporated (NYSE: DCO) (“Ducommun” or the “Company”) today reported results for its fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2023.
The Company had a record year in 2023 and 2024 is shaping up to be another strong year as Ducommun also celebrates its 175th continuous year in business since being founded in 1849.”
Net revenue for the fourth quarter of 2023 was $192.2 million, compared to $188.3 million for the fourth quarter of 2022.
Net income for the fourth quarter of 2023 was $5.1 million, or $0.34 per diluted share, compared to $8.1 million, or $0.65 per diluted share, for the fourth quarter of 2022.
During the fourth quarter of 2023, the net cash provided by operations was $26.5 million compared to $32.1 million during the fourth quarter of 2022.

Ducommun Incorporated Reports Third Quarter 2023 Results

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023

Adjustment, Aerospace, Q&A, NYSE, Acquisition, BLR, Electronic Systems, Structured systems analysis and design method, Commercial, Webcast, Ducommun, DCO, A220, Bookkeeping, Pharmaceutical industry, Video game, Airline, Growth

SANTA ANA, Calif., Nov. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ducommun Incorporated (NYSE: DCO) (“Ducommun” or the “Company”) today reported results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2023.

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All-Time Record Quarterly Revenue and Adjusted Operating Income; Growth in both Commercial Aerospace and Defense; Strong Margin Expansion Driving Adjusted EBITDA to 14.9%
SANTA ANA, Calif., Nov. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ducommun Incorporated (NYSE: DCO) (“Ducommun” or the “Company”) today reported results for its third quarter ended September 30, 2023.
In summary, Ducommun is well positioned to execute our stated strategy over the next four years with significant runway ahead.”
Net revenue for the third quarter of 2023 was $196.3 million compared to $186.6 million for the third quarter of 2022.
Electronic Systems segment net revenue for the quarter ended September 30, 2023 was $110.7 million, compared to $113.4 million for the third quarter of 2022.
Structural Systems segment net revenue for the quarter ended September 30, 2023 was $85.5 million, compared to $73.2 million for the third quarter of 2022.

BLR's EHS Daily Advisor honors the winners of the 2023 Safety Standout Awards for their dedication to safety and performance.

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Thursday, August 24, 2023

BRENTWOOD, Tenn., Aug. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On August 21, 2023, during its EHS NOW virtual ceremony, BLR's EHS Daily Advisor extended congratulations to the winners of its annual Safety Standout Awards program for demonstrating steadfast commitment to workplace safety and compliance.

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On August 21, 2023, during its EHS NOW virtual ceremony, BLR's EHS Daily Advisor extended congratulations to the winners of its annual Safety Standout Awards program for demonstrating steadfast commitment to workplace safety and compliance.
BRENTWOOD, Tenn., Aug. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On August 21, 2023, during its EHS NOW virtual ceremony, BLR's EHS Daily Advisor extended congratulations to the winners of its annual Safety Standout Awards program for demonstrating steadfast commitment to workplace safety and compliance.
Safety Standout Awards are given in the following six categories:
Best Overall Safety Program and Culture: AT&T Field Operations
AT&T Field Operations (AFO) created a national Environmental, Health, and Safety (EH&S) team focused on the EH&S concerns of its employees.
They deployed safety advocates and champions across the country to solely focus on safety conversations, best practices, and self-awareness.

Ducommun Incorporated Reports Second Quarter 2023 Results

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Thursday, August 3, 2023

SANTA ANA, Calif., Aug. 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ducommun Incorporated (NYSE: DCO) (“Ducommun” or the “Company”) today reported results for its second quarter ended July 1, 2023.

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SANTA ANA, Calif., Aug. 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ducommun Incorporated (NYSE: DCO) (“Ducommun” or the “Company”) today reported results for its second quarter ended July 1, 2023.
Net income for the second quarter of 2023 was $2.4 million, or $0.17 per diluted share, compared to $4.1 million, or $0.34 per diluted share, for the second quarter of 2022.
Gross profit for the second quarter of 2023 was $40.1 million, or 21.4% of revenue, compared to gross profit of $34.6 million, or 19.9% of revenue, for the second quarter of 2022.
During the second quarter of 2023, the net cash provided by operations was $9.2 million compared to $25.0 million during the second quarter of 2022.

BLR's HR Hero unveils expanded topic coverage to support the growing number of state-specific employment law enactments.

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Friday, July 28, 2023

HR, SPHR, Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938, PEO, FLSA, Retirement, Centre For Learning Resources, Federal, BLR, Health insurance, Business travel

BRENTWOOD, Tenn., July 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Business & Learning Resources (BLR), a leading provider of business training and compliance solutions, is pleased to announce the expansion of topic areas covered in its flagship HR product, HR Hero®. Effective June 2023, HR Hero will include additional topics to provide more comprehensive decision support to its HR and PEO subscribers.

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BLR's HR Hero® expands its topic coverage to include voting leave and reimbursements in response to the growing number of state regulations in these areas.
Effective June 2023, HR Hero will include additional topics to provide more comprehensive decision support to its HR and PEO subscribers.
In addition to the new topics, HR Hero expanded coverage of existing areas, including retirement savings, pension plans, the FLSA, deductions in pay, and paychecks.
The new topics and expanded coverage within HR Hero provide clear summaries and in-depth analyses of employment law requirements through the Federal and State Topic Analysis tool.

BLR's eLearning suite, TrainingToday, selected to Training Industry, Inc.'s 2023 Online Learning Libraries Watch List

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Tuesday, July 18, 2023

Online, HR, Learning, Organization, Overalls, Research, Culture, Helene Curtis Industries, Inc., Science and technology in Asia, BLR, Tutoring

BRENTWOOD, Tenn., July 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- BLR's eLearning suite, TrainingToday, was selected to Training Industry, Inc.'s 2023 Online Learning Libraries Watch List for the corporate learning and development market.

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BRENTWOOD, Tenn., July 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- BLR's eLearning suite, TrainingToday, was selected to Training Industry, Inc.'s 2023 Online Learning Libraries Watch List for the corporate learning and development market.
Training Industry, Inc., is the leading research and information resource for corporate learning leaders.
Its Online Learning Library Watch List seeks to inform professionals about the best and most innovative providers of online training services and technologies.
These courses are part of a comprehensive training solution designed to help companies achieve compliance, close skill gaps, and improve employee performance.

BLR's Safety & Compliance Summit comes to San Diego on September 26-28, 2023, covering all things Cal/OSHA

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Thursday, June 8, 2023

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BRENTWOOD, Tenn., June 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- BLR® is excited to announce that its Safety & Compliance Summit will be held September 26–28, 2023, in San Diego, California, at the DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego Mission Valley. This 3-day event, presented by the EHS Daily Advisor, offers California environmental, health, and safety (EHS) professionals and employers the chance to come together to explore the latest updates to Cal/OSHA regulations, compliance tactics, and management strategies for ensuring a safe and incident-free workplace.

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BRENTWOOD, Tenn., June 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- BLR® is excited to announce that its Safety & Compliance Summit will be held September 26–28, 2023, in San Diego, California, at the DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego Mission Valley.
"The Summit will empower safety professionals and their organizations to confidently navigate Cal/OSHA's often-tricky regulatory changes," says Brianna Gresh, BLR's director of education products.
"Our team is excited to be heading back to San Diego to connect with attendees during this engaging live event," says Rachael White, BLR's senior event marketing manager.
"We've got an impressive roster of speakers who will be sharing their insights for achieving compliance and ensuring workplace safety as we gear up to head into 2024."

Ducommun Incorporated Reports First Quarter 2023 Results

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Thursday, May 4, 2023

Q&A, Ducommun, BLR, DCO, Structured systems analysis and design method, EBITDA, Acquisition, Aerospace, Webcast, Commercial, Electronic Systems, OEM, NYSE, Pharmaceutical industry, Video game, Airline

SANTA ANA, Calif., May 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ducommun Incorporated (NYSE: DCO) (“Ducommun” or the “Company”) today reported results for its first quarter ended April 1, 2023.

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SANTA ANA, Calif., May 04, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ducommun Incorporated (NYSE: DCO) (“Ducommun” or the “Company”) today reported results for its first quarter ended April 1, 2023.
During the first quarter of 2023, the net cash used in operations was $18.9 million, essentially flat compared to $18.9 million during the first quarter of 2022.
Electronic Systems segment net revenue for the quarter ended April 1, 2023 was $105.6 million, compared to $97.5 million for the first quarter of 2022.
Structural Systems segment net revenue for the quarter ended April 1, 2023 was $75.6 million, compared to $66.0 million for the first quarter of 2022.