Foreign policy

Google and U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. Launch Fourth Annual Black-Owned Friday to Empower Black-Owned Businesses Now and Beyond the Holidays

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Monday, November 20, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Google, in collaboration with the U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. (USBC), proudly announces the launch of the fourth annual Black-owned Friday campaign. This initiative aims to drive support for Black-owned businesses nationwide, fostering economic empowerment within the Black community. This year's campaign features the talented KeKe Palmer, Emmy Award-winning Actress, and Recording Artist, in a fun-filled video that serves as an inspiring call to action for searching, shopping, and supporting Black-owned businesses 100% of the time.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Nov. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Google, in collaboration with the U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. (USBC), proudly announces the launch of the fourth annual Black-owned Friday campaign.
  • This initiative aims to drive support for Black-owned businesses nationwide, fostering economic empowerment within the Black community.
  • ByBlack is strategically designed to connect Black businesses with customers, capital, and community, emphasizing the sustained importance of supporting Black entrepreneurs.
  • From the Google Black-owned business attribute to the comprehensive ByBlack Directory, this initiative seeks to simplify the process of discovering and supporting Black-owned businesses.

Anheuser-Busch, MADD, and Uber Partner with Eagle Distributing Co. of Tennessee to Encourage 21+ Fans to 'Decide to Ride' by Planning Ahead for Sober Rides on Game Days

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Thursday, November 16, 2023
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ST. LOUIS, Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The country's leading brewer, Anheuser-Busch, the nation's largest drunk driving victim services and advocacy nonprofit, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), and ridesharing platform, Uber, are bringing their first-of-its-kind coalition to college communities this fall. As a part of the next phase of the Decide to Ride campaign, the coalition is teaming up with Anheuser-Busch wholesaler partner Eagle Distributing Co. to help combat drunk driving during the Tennessee Volunteers' 2023 football season. 

Key Points: 
  • This joint effort will meet 21+ fans in the stands to raise awareness and promote road safety by providing educational and ridesharing opportunities, including some locally available discounts on Uber rides.
  • "Anheuser-Busch has been promoting a culture of responsible drinking for over a century, and we know there is still more to be done.
  • To ensure a future with more cheers for all, it's imperative that we help college football fans get home safely.
  • Ahead of the fall football season, we want to make it easy for everyone to Decide to Ride."

More children are on the path from institutions to families with the help of BEB and Kershaw's Challenge

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Thursday, November 16, 2023
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DALLAS, Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- For the third year, Both Ends Believing (BEB) is the grateful beneficiary of LA Dodgers' pitcher Clayton Kershaw and his organization, Kershaw's Challenge. This partnership has been the source of exponential growth in BEB's mission, to give children permanency through loving, forever families with the help of Children First Software.

Key Points: 
  • This partnership has been the source of exponential growth in BEB's mission, to give children permanency through loving, forever families with the help of Children First Software.
  • Clayton Kershaw, his family, and the Kershaw's Challenge team have supported the expansion of BEB and CFS first in the Dominican Republic, then in Ethiopia, and this year in Nigeria.
  • Kershaw's Challenge began in 2011 after meeting Hope, a child battling a terrible sickness without a family to lean on.
  • They are truly changing the lives of countless children," Margaret Elizabeth McKissack, Vice President of External Affairs.

IMPERIAL TOBACCO CANADA STANDS BY ZONNIC AS A TOBACCO HARM REDUCTION TOOL

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023
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MONTREAL, Nov. 15, 2023 /CNW/ - Despite the criticism from health groups, Imperial Tobacco Canada (ITCAN) believes that ZONNIC, a Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) product authorized for sale by Health Canada, will help adult Canadians smokers quit.

Key Points: 
  • MONTREAL, Nov. 15, 2023 /CNW/ - Despite the criticism from health groups, Imperial Tobacco Canada (ITCAN) believes that ZONNIC, a Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) product authorized for sale by Health Canada, will help adult Canadians smokers quit.
  • "I want to be absolutely clear, ZONNIC is not a tobacco product.
  • "It is licensed, regulated and advertised in the same way as any other smoking cessation product on the market.
  • ZONNIC is not promoted any differently than any other competing smoking cessation product in Canada.

National Museum of Mexican Art Founder and President & CEO Carlos Tortolero to Retire

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Monday, November 13, 2023
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Tortolero said the Museum's stability -- its foundation, robust Board of Trustees and strong and long-tenured staff -- make the time right for him to transition from the organization and pursue personal interests, including embracing a new role as a grandfather.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Museum of Mexican Art (NMMA) announced today that President & CEO Carlos Tortolero will retire from the Museum he founded.
  • Tortolero will step down as President & CEO on December 31, 2023, after more than 40 years of leadership.
  • Tortolero organized a group of fellow educators and founded the Mexican Fine Arts Center Museum in 1982, which opened its doors in 1987.
  • In 2006, the Museum's name changed to the National Museum of Mexican Art.

Forge Institute's Commitment to Military Veterans Earns National Recognition from the U.S Department of Labor

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Monday, November 13, 2023
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LITTLE ROCK, Ark., Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Forge Institute, a leading national provider of cybersecurity training and workforce development solutions, has been recognized with the prestigious 2023 HIRE Vets Medallion Award Platinum Level from the U.S. Department of Labor. This distinguished honor acknowledges Forge Institute's exceptional commitment to recruiting, upskilling, and employing veterans.

Key Points: 
  • This distinguished honor acknowledges Forge Institute's exceptional commitment to recruiting, upskilling, and employing veterans.
  • Forge Institute has been recognized with the 2023 HIRE Vets Medallion Award Platinum Level from the US Dept.
  • By meeting the rigorous criteria for the Platinum Medallion Award, Forge Institute has demonstrated its unwavering support for veterans and their unique skills and experiences.
  • "This recognition affirms our unwavering commitment to empowering veterans to thrive in the civilian workforce."

SentinelOne® Launches PinnacleOne Strategic Advisory Group

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Thursday, November 9, 2023
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To help its customers overcome this collision of business and geopolitical risk, SentinelOne (NYSE: S), a global leader in AI security, is launching PinnacleOne , a strategic risk analysis and advisory group.

Key Points: 
  • To help its customers overcome this collision of business and geopolitical risk, SentinelOne (NYSE: S), a global leader in AI security, is launching PinnacleOne , a strategic risk analysis and advisory group.
  • “In launching PinnacleOne, we are providing access to top experts who can help enterprises think bigger and broader than the siloed approaches of today.
  • “Through PinnacleOne, we will be able to provide independent advisory services informed by SentinelOne’s incredible research and threat intelligence capabilities, and help customers navigate the challenges of securely operating in today’s world.
  • I am looking forward to working with the entire team in building the most trusted name in cybersecurity.”
    As part of launching PinnacleOne, SentinelOne has acquired KSG.

Anheuser-Busch, MADD, and Uber Partner with WR Hickey of Pennsylvania to Encourage 21+ Fans to 'Decide to Ride' by Planning Ahead for Sober Rides on Game Days

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Thursday, November 9, 2023
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ST. LOUIS, Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The country's leading brewer, Anheuser-Busch, the nation's largest drunk driving victim services and advocacy nonprofit, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), and ridesharing platform, Uber, are bringing their first-of-its-kind coalition to college communities this fall. As a part of the next phase of the Decide to Ride campaign, the coalition is teaming up with Anheuser-Busch wholesaler partner WR Hickey to help combat drunk driving during the Penn State Nittany Lions' 2023 football season. 

Key Points: 
  • This joint effort will meet 21+ fans in the stands to raise awareness and promote road safety by providing educational and ridesharing opportunities, including some locally available discounts on Uber rides.
  • To ensure a future with more cheers for all, it's imperative that we help college football fans get home safely.
  • "As the excitement of game day grows, let's keep in mind that the safety of our community comes first."
  • Ahead of the fall football season, we want to make it easy for everyone to Decide to Ride."

Renaye James Healthcare Advisors Partners with Total Health Care, Inc. in Strategic Planning Efforts

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023
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Columbia, Maryland--(Newsfile Corp. - November 8, 2023) - Renaye James Healthcare Advisors has expanded its relationship with Total Health Care, Inc. by providing strategic planning support as the organization developed its 3-year strategic plan.

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  • Columbia, Maryland--(Newsfile Corp. - November 8, 2023) - Renaye James Healthcare Advisors has expanded its relationship with Total Health Care, Inc. by providing strategic planning support as the organization developed its 3-year strategic plan.
  • The Renaye James Healthcare Advisors' team prepared a data-informed strategic visioning plan, executive summary, an accompanying communications plan, and a strategic work plan to guide execution and strategic plan monitoring.
  • The Renaye James Healthcare Advisors' team, led by Jenene R. Washington, MD, MBA, FAAP, PCMH-CCE, PMP, Founder and CEO, consisted of subject matter experts in health care administration and operations, public health, quality, operations, and strategic planning.
  • "The Renaye James Healthcare Advisors' team was instrumental in guiding Total Health Care leadership as we shape our mission-led vision to continue providing quality, accessible care.

Participants in Abbott's Food as Medicine Program Showed Clinically Significant Improvements in Managing Diabetes

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023
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In 2021, Abbott and its foundation the Abbott Fund launched the Healthy Food Rx program in Stockton, Calif., where 60% of the population has diabetes or prediabetes.

Key Points: 
  • In 2021, Abbott and its foundation the Abbott Fund launched the Healthy Food Rx program in Stockton, Calif., where 60% of the population has diabetes or prediabetes.
  • Improved food security: At the start of the program, 34% of participants were food secure.
  • Healthy Food Rx is one of the largest food as medicine programs for people with diabetes in the country, having reached more than 450 participants to date.
  • "Nutritious food is critical for managing diabetes and staying healthy," said Dr. Leonard Hansen, Ph.D., CEO, Emergency Food Bank of Stockton/San Joaquin County.