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Speexx Exchange 2023: Hybrid HR and L&D Conference Lineup Announced

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023
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MUNICH, Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Speexx, the industry leader for digital people development, coaching and language training, has announced its line-up for the 13th edition of Speexx Exchange, the 'Event for Curious HR and L&D Minds.' Its celebrated multi-stream hybrid format will return at the end of November this year to the InterContinental Hotel Berlin and online.

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  • MUNICH, Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Speexx , the industry leader for digital people development, coaching and language training, has announced its line-up for the 13th edition of Speexx Exchange, the 'Event for Curious HR and L&D Minds.'
  • Its celebrated multi-stream hybrid format will return at the end of November this year to the InterContinental Hotel Berlin and online.
  • "Speexx Exchange is the annual reality check for digital people development, coaching, and corporate learning.
  • "Speexx Exchange is the annual reality check for digital people development, coaching, and corporate learning.

Announcing Silicon Slopes' Top Female Technology Leaders

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Friday, October 13, 2023
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SALT LAKE CITY, Oct. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Women Tech Council (WTC), a national nonprofit organization focused on the impact of women in driving high growth for the technology sector, announced the award recipients of the 2023 Women Tech Awards. The Women Tech Awards is the premier awards program for women in technology with ties to Silicon Slopes and has accelerated the careers of some of the most prestigious and up-and-coming women throughout the technology industry. By recognizing technology-focused women who are creating new technologies, driving innovation, impacting tech companies and inspiring the technology community, these awards elevate their work and individual careers. The awards also activate technology leaders and community members to help elevate and accelerate all women in tech.

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  • The Women Tech Awards is the premier awards program for women in technology with ties to Silicon Slopes and has accelerated the careers of some of the most prestigious and up-and-coming women throughout the technology industry.
  • By recognizing technology-focused women who are creating new technologies, driving innovation, impacting tech companies and inspiring the technology community, these awards elevate their work and individual careers.
  • The awards also activate technology leaders and community members to help elevate and accelerate all women in tech.
  • The Women Tech Awards recognized award recipients and finalists based on professional achievement, personal accomplishment, industry experiences, and community impact.

Power Chokes and Kelda, the Leaders in MPD Drilling Chokes and MPD Drilling Software, Join Forces to Provide Comprehensive Automated MPD Solution

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023
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This collaboration further enhances the automation of the MPD process, offering a best-in-class solution for the oil and gas drilling sector.

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  • This collaboration further enhances the automation of the MPD process, offering a best-in-class solution for the oil and gas drilling sector.
  • The partnership between Power Chokes and Kelda Dynamics aims to provide clients with cutting-edge solutions for all types of drilling projects.
  • One of the key outcomes of this partnership is the integration of Power Chokes' MPD manifolds with Kelda's Leidar control system.
  • Clients can expect the availability of Power Chokes MPD manifolds with Kelda's Leidar control system starting in October 2023.

Baxter Appoints Joel Grade Chief Financial Officer

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023
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Baxter International Inc. (NYSE:BAX), a global medtech leader, today announced it has appointed Joel Grade as executive vice president and chief financial officer (CFO), reporting to Baxter chairman, president and CEO, José (Joe) E. Almeida, effective Oct. 18, 2023.

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  • Baxter International Inc. (NYSE:BAX), a global medtech leader, today announced it has appointed Joel Grade as executive vice president and chief financial officer (CFO), reporting to Baxter chairman, president and CEO, José (Joe) E. Almeida, effective Oct. 18, 2023.
  • “Joel is a seasoned global financial executive with decades of deep operational and broad business experience as well as a proven record of results-driven impact,” said Mr. Almeida.
  • Mr. Grade brings deep experience from various financial, commercial and executive leadership roles.
  • “I’m very excited to join Baxter, an industry leader with a rich history, compelling future, patient-centric mission, and best-in-class talent,” said Mr. Grade.

Innovative Collaboration Between Writerly/EKOM and Northwestern University's MBAi Program Unveils AI Capstone Partnership

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Monday, September 11, 2023
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This strategic collaboration underscores Writerly's commitment to fostering forward-thinking innovation and developing future leaders in the generative AI space.

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  • This strategic collaboration underscores Writerly's commitment to fostering forward-thinking innovation and developing future leaders in the generative AI space.
  • As part of this collaboration, capstone graduate students from Northwestern's joint program between McCormick School of Engineering and Kellogg School of Management will join members of Writerly's leadership for an intensive semester-long engagement.
  • The MBAi capstone students will benefit from direct access to Writerly's cutting-edge natural language AI platform as they tackle complex challenges at the intersection of business and technology.
  • The partnership resonates deeply with Writerly/EKOM's ethos of growth and substantiates its status as a formidable player in the AI landscape.

Kellogg Creates First Research Institute Applying Complexity Sciences to Unlock New Understandings of Societal, Market and Business Issues

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023
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EVANSTON, Ill., Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management announced today the creation of the Ryan Institute on Complexity to be led by distinguished faculty in the areas of physics, economics and sociology. The Ryan Institute will comprise a revolutionary research lab designed to change the way business, markets and societal issues are studied, combining multidisciplinary talents and quantitative sciences in new ways to tackle bigger problems faster.

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  • The institute will provide Kellogg students with an understanding of powerful new quantitative approaches to problem solving.
  • With this focus, the Ryan Institute will be the first of its kind to be housed in a business school.
  • The Ryan Institute will hold an annual conference as a premier, global convening of thought leaders in the study of complexity.
  • The Ryan Institute Conference will bring together academia and industry to provide opportunities for collaboration across leaders in the field.

North Carolina Economic Development Association Elects Julie Pruett, CEcD from Marlboro Development Team, Inc. to the Board of Directors

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023
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FLORENCE, S.C., Aug. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Marlboro Development Team, Inc. (MDT) is pleased to announce the election of Julie Pruett, CEcD, Development Manager, to the Board of Directors of the North Carolina Economic Development Association (NCEDA). As the state's premier economic development coalition, NCEDA serves as the voice for North Carolina's economic development community while promoting the state as an ideal destination for business growth. Pruett's appointment to this volunteer board commenced on July 1, 2023, and will span a three-year term.

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  • Marlboro Development Team, Inc. (MDT) is pleased to announce the election of Julie Pruett, CEcD, Development Manager, to the Board of Directors of the North Carolina Economic Development Association (NCEDA).
  • FLORENCE, S.C., Aug. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Marlboro Development Team, Inc. (MDT) is pleased to announce the election of Julie Pruett, CEcD, Development Manager, to the Board of Directors of the North Carolina Economic Development Association (NCEDA).
  • As the state's premier economic development coalition, NCEDA serves as the voice for North Carolina's economic development community while promoting the state as an ideal destination for business growth.
  • Pruett joined MDT with over 24 years of experience in economic development in the Charlotte region of North Carolina.

HAPPY NATIONAL AVOCADO DAY -- CELEBRATE WITH AVOCADO GREEN'S SITEWIDE SALE

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Monday, July 31, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, July 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of National Avocado Day, Avocado Green — makers of certified organic and eco-luxury products — launched an epic sale, with up to $400 off mattresses, as well as savings on reclaimed wood bed frames, adjustable bed frames, organic certified linen sheets and pillows, certified organic towels, luxurious loungewear, and clean skin + body products.

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  • All sales help support Certified B Corp Best for the World™ company's effort to plant 4,000 avocado trees in El Salvador.
  • For today only, customers can save up to $400 on Avocado's top-rated GOTS-certified organic Green and Vegan Mattress.
  • Five years later, Avocado continues to expand — from bedding, to furniture, to their skin + bath collection, and their line of responsible loungewear.
  • As the company grows, Avocado continues to redefine what it means to be a sustainable, ethical brand.

The ADVERTISING Club of New York Celebrates 127 Years of Serving the Ad Community

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023
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"The Ad Club continues to draw its strength from the exceptional and experienced individuals that partner with us.

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  • "The Ad Club continues to draw its strength from the exceptional and experienced individuals that partner with us.
  • The talented and innovative Board members stepping up to expand their roles, only creates for a more exciting year ahead," said Gina Grillo, President & CEO of The Advertising Club of NY.
  • "Serving as Board Chair for the Ad Club has been one of the great privileges of my career," said Rick Song, President of Brand Innovators Strategy Group.
  • It's been an honor to work alongside Gina, her team, and the Board to achieve key milestones in these areas."

Magellan Jets Makes Strategic Leadership Investment to Deliver Best-in-Class Customer Experience

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Tuesday, July 18, 2023
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Magellan Jets President Anthony Tivnan added, "The private aviation market is going through major shifts and changes.

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  • Magellan Jets President Anthony Tivnan added, "The private aviation market is going through major shifts and changes.
  • Matthew Harris, a well-respected industry veteran, will be responsible for all aspects of the Magellan customer and team member experience, daily service operations, and customer retention.
  • Josh Lesnick joins Magellan Jets as its Chief Commercial Officer, overseeing all sales, marketing, customer loyalty/rewards, and partnership initiatives.
  • Todd Goldstein comes to Magellan Jets with over two decades of experience in the Private Aviation industry.