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Mars Opens Submissions for the 2024 Forrest E. Mars, Jr. Chocolate History Grant to Support Organizations Dedicated to Exploring and Sharing Chocolate's Global Impact

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Monday, August 28, 2023
Food, Chocolate, Curriculum, African, Colonial families of Maryland, History, Research, Montana State University, BEN, Science, DE, Student, Tea, Coffee, Docent, Forrest, Pharmaceutical industry, Nursing, Tourism, Candy, Mars, Culture, Education

The grant provides funding for innovation in the areas of chocolate history research, cocoa science, scholarship and education.

Key Points: 
  • The grant provides funding for innovation in the areas of chocolate history research, cocoa science, scholarship and education.
  • Created in 2013, the Forrest E. Mars, Jr. Chocolate History Grant has awarded 51 grants totaling over $500,000 to historical, educational, civic and community organizations since its inception.
  • The Forrest E. Mars, Jr. Chocolate History Grant , has a special emphasis on uncovering and sharing chocolate's role in global history as well as its influence on heritage, culture and science.
  • Forrest E. Mars, Jr. Chocolate History Grant winners will be announced at the annual meeting of the Heritage Chocolate Society scheduled for February 27-28, 2024 in Washington, DC.

Franklin Resources, Inc. Announces Month-End Assets Under Management

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Wednesday, August 9, 2023
Fintech, Asset Management, Professional Services, Finance, AUM, BEN, Franklin Templeton Investments, NYSE, Financial adviser

Franklin Resources, Inc. (Franklin Templeton) (NYSE: BEN) today reported preliminary month-end assets under management (AUM) of $1.45 trillion at July 31, 2023, compared to $1.43 trillion at June 30, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Franklin Resources, Inc. (Franklin Templeton) (NYSE: BEN) today reported preliminary month-end assets under management (AUM) of $1.45 trillion at July 31, 2023, compared to $1.43 trillion at June 30, 2023.
  • This month's increase in AUM reflected the impact of positive markets partially offset by long-term net outflows that were approximately flat excluding a $2.1 billion institutional redemption that had minimal impact on revenue.

Canada's Favourite Ready to Heat Brand Gets a Supercharged Glow-Up So Your Meals Can, Too

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Wednesday, August 9, 2023
Taste, Food Banks Canada, Ben, Garlic, Meal, Vegetable, Appetite, BEN, Grain, Ginger, Ocean Nutrition Canada, BPA, Heat, Food, Hunger, Pharmaceutical industry, Medley

The trusted household brand introduces its latest super-convenient innovation to satisfy Canadians' growing appetite for balanced options that are good for their gut and wallet.

Key Points: 
  • The trusted household brand introduces its latest super-convenient innovation to satisfy Canadians' growing appetite for balanced options that are good for their gut and wallet.
  • "For more than 70 years, Ben's Original™ rice varieties have been the cornerstone of meals around the table," said Eric Huston, General Manager, Mars Food and Nutrition Canada.
  • New Ben's Original™ 10 Medley gets its name from the hearty mix of 10 different grains, vegetables, legumes and herbs that come together with the convenience of Ben's Original™ ready to heat products for a nourishing, high-fibre dish.
  • For Ben's Original™, ensuring families in Canada can stay fueled with wholesome food goes beyond innovative, delicious new products.

Thermo Fisher Scientific Elects New Director to Board

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Thursday, July 13, 2023
Health, Medical Devices, Other Science, Research, Science, Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, University, Davis, TMO, Thermo Fisher Scientific, BEN, Economics, Franklin Templeton Investments, Woman, Mindful Scientific Inc., NYSE, Management

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (NYSE:TMO), the world leader in serving science, today announced Jenny Johnson, president and chief executive officer of Franklin Resources, Inc. (NYSE:BEN), has been elected to its board of directors.

Key Points: 
  • Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (NYSE:TMO), the world leader in serving science, today announced Jenny Johnson, president and chief executive officer of Franklin Resources, Inc. (NYSE:BEN), has been elected to its board of directors.
  • The appointment brings the total number of Thermo Fisher board members to 12.
  • Johnson is also a board member of Franklin Resources, Inc.
    "Jenny is an accomplished business leader with operational, technological and strategic experience and vision," said Marc N. Casper, chairman, president and chief executive officer of Thermo Fisher Scientific.
  • Johnson earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from the University of California at Davis.

Franklin Resources, Inc. Announces Month-End Assets Under Management

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Wednesday, July 12, 2023
Professional Services, Finance, AUM, Franklin Templeton Investments, NYSE, BEN, Financial adviser

Franklin Resources, Inc. (Franklin Templeton) (NYSE: BEN) today reported preliminary month-end assets under management (AUM) of $1.43 trillion at June 30, 2023, compared to $1.40 trillion at May 31, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Franklin Resources, Inc. (Franklin Templeton) (NYSE: BEN) today reported preliminary month-end assets under management (AUM) of $1.43 trillion at June 30, 2023, compared to $1.40 trillion at May 31, 2023.
  • This month’s increase in AUM reflected the impact of positive markets and modest long-term net inflows.
  • For the quarter ended June 30, 2023, AUM reflected the positive impact of markets and long-term net inflows of $0.2 billion which include the previously disclosed $3.2 billion low-fee equity mandate.

3DX Industries Completes Navy Order, Submits Proposals to Marine Industry Leaders

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Wednesday, July 12, 2023
Metal, United States Navy, Beneteau, BEN, US Navy airships during World War II, Brunswick Corporation, Engineering, HZO, Helene Curtis Industries, Inc., 3D metal moulding, Corvus Energy, Shipbuilding

3DX, an industry 4.0 precision manufacturing company, proudly announces the successful completion of turnbuckles and similar parts manufactured for US Navy vessels.

Key Points: 
  • 3DX, an industry 4.0 precision manufacturing company, proudly announces the successful completion of turnbuckles and similar parts manufactured for US Navy vessels.
  • Building on this achievement 3DX Industries is actively seeking exclusive manufacturing partnerships with prominent leaders in the marine industry.
  • The completion of the turnbuckles and other parts for the US Navy marks a significant milestone for 3DX Industries showcasing their precision engineering and innovative manufacturing capabilities.
  • "We are thrilled to continue to maintain this relationship with the US Navy and we are eager to pursue manufacturing partnerships with world class marine companies and shipbuilders worldwide," said Roger Janssen, CEO of 3DX Industries.

Franklin Resources, Inc. to Announce Third Quarter Results on July 28, 2023

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Thursday, July 6, 2023
Other Professional Services, Asset Management, Professional Services, Finance, CFO, BEN, NYSE, Management, Eastern Time Zone

On Friday, July 28, 2023 at approximately 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time, Franklin Resources, Inc. (the “Company”) [NYSE:BEN] will release its third quarter operating results.

Key Points: 
  • On Friday, July 28, 2023 at approximately 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time, Franklin Resources, Inc. (the “Company”) [NYSE:BEN] will release its third quarter operating results.
  • A written commentary on the results will also be available via investors.franklinresources.com at approximately 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time.
  • Access to the teleconference will be available via investors.franklinresources.com or by dialing (+1) 888-396-8049 in North America or (+1) 416-764-8646 in other locations using access code 10114833.
  • A replay of the teleconference can also be accessed by calling (+1) 877-674-7070 in North America or (+1) 416-764-8692 in other locations using access code 114833# after 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time on July 28, 2023 through August 4, 2023, or via investors.franklinresources.com.

Optiv Awards $10,000 Scholarship to Maryland High School Senior Shemi Bukoye

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023
Learning, University, Upper Marlboro, Lord, North Carolina A&T State University, GPA, Yechiel Shemi, Research, Equity, BEN, Science, History of the University of Maryland, College Park, Student, Oxon Hill High School, Engineering, Diversity, AJ, DEI, Mathematics, Princeton University, James Madison University, News, Nursing, Optiv, STEM

DENVER, June 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Optiv, the cyber advisory and solutions leader, has announced Oluwashemilore (Shemi) Olaoluwakitan Bukoye as the recipient of its annual Black Employee Network (BEN) scholarship.

Key Points: 
  • Bukoye, a high school senior from Upper Marlboro, Md., will attend North Carolina A&T in the fall where he will study computer science, aspiring to become a cloud security engineer.
  • In addition to graduating with a 4.21 cumulative GPA from the science and technology program at Oxon Hill High School, Bukoye also played varsity baseball and ran track and field.
  • Bukoye's interest in computer science began in the sixth grade after attending a computing camp at the University of Maryland.
  • It is an honor to support Shemi on his path toward professional greatness," said Marlee McAlpine, Optiv's senior DEI manager.

Franklin Resources, Inc. Announces Month-End Assets Under Management

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Monday, June 12, 2023
Asset Management, Professional Services, Finance, AUM, Franklin Templeton Investments, NYSE, BEN, Financial adviser

Franklin Resources, Inc. (Franklin Templeton) (NYSE: BEN) today reported preliminary month-end assets under management (AUM) of $1,404.2 billion at May 31, 2023, compared to of $1,420.7 billion at April 30, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Franklin Resources, Inc. (Franklin Templeton) (NYSE: BEN) today reported preliminary month-end assets under management (AUM) of $1,404.2 billion at May 31, 2023, compared to of $1,420.7 billion at April 30, 2023.
  • This month’s decrease in AUM reflected the negative impact of markets and slight long-term net outflows.

Franklin Resources, Inc. Announces Quarterly Dividend

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Thursday, June 8, 2023
Professional Services, Finance, Asset Management, Consulting, Banking, Personal Finance, Accounting, BEN, NYSE, Holding company, Video game

Franklin Resources, Inc. (the “Company”) [NYSE:BEN] announced a quarterly cash dividend in the amount of $0.30 per share payable on July 14, 2023 to stockholders of record holding shares of common stock at the close of business on June 30, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Franklin Resources, Inc. (the “Company”) [NYSE:BEN] announced a quarterly cash dividend in the amount of $0.30 per share payable on July 14, 2023 to stockholders of record holding shares of common stock at the close of business on June 30, 2023.
  • The quarterly dividend of $0.30 per share is equivalent to the dividend paid for the prior quarter and represents a 3.4% increase over the quarterly dividend paid for the same quarter last year.