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Closed Loop Partners and Brookfield Partner to Launch Circular Services, the Leading Developer of Circular Economy Infrastructure in the United States

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022

NEW YORK, Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Closed Loop Partners (CLP) and Brookfield Renewable ("Brookfield") officially announce the establishment of Circular Services, a leading developer of circular economy and recycling infrastructure in the United States. Circular Services owns and operates municipal recycling facilities across the U.S. that enable municipalities and businesses to eliminate the billions of dollars spent annually on landfill disposal costs by ensuring that valuable commodities are recycled and reused in domestic supply chains.

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  • With up to $700M investment from Brookfield, Circular Services will expand circular economy infrastructure and services to municipalities and businesses
    NEW YORK, Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Closed Loop Partners (CLP) and Brookfield Renewable ("Brookfield") officially announce the establishment of Circular Services, a leading developer of circular economy and recycling infrastructure in the United States.
  • Closed Loop Partners is also including the Partnership Fund for New York City as an investor in Circular Services.
  • "Circular Services is building circular economy infrastructure that will serve the financial and environmental interests of cities, consumers, businesses.
  • We look forward to working with Closed Loop Partners, clear leaders in the circular economy sector, to support Circular Services to scale up its impact across the United States."

THE GENERAL INSURANCE ANNOUNCES MULTIYEAR MARKETING PARTNERSHIP WITH NBA G LEAGUE AND G LEAGUE IGNITE

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022

NASHVILLE, Tenn. and NEW YORK, Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The General Insurance, the NBA G League and G League Ignite today announced a multiyear marketing partnership that makes The General the exclusive auto-insurance partner of the NBA G League and G League Ignite. The collaboration creates a unique opportunity for The General to connect with G League audiences through creative storytelling, digital activations and community engagement efforts.

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  • -- The Collaboration Tips off with an Upcoming Docuseries Debuting on Dec. 5,"The Break
    NASHVILLE, Tenn. and NEW YORK, Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The General Insurance, the NBA G League and G League Ignite today announced a multiyear marketing partnership that makes The General the exclusive auto-insurance partner of the NBA G League and G League Ignite.
  • "We're thrilled to tip off this new marketing partnership with the G League and Ignite.
  • "We're pleased to welcome The General as a partner of the NBA G League and Ignite," said George Wilson, Head of Partnerships at the NBA G League.
  • NBA G League Ignite is a first-of-its-kind team dedicated to developing top young prospects in preparation for the NBA Draft.

Ketel One Botanical and Susan Alexandra Join Forces to Make Spirits Bright this Holiday Season

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022

NEW YORK, Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- 'Tis the season for festive gatherings and gorgeous gifts. Ketel One Botanical and popular New York City-based designer, Susan Alexandra, are partnering for the second time to create a botanical-inspired collection that offers dazzling entertaining solutions, delightful host gifts, and bespoke accessories to elevate holiday occasions all winter long. Fans of both brands can get their hands on the charming collection beginning today, giving holiday hosts plenty of time to plan their perfect seasonal celebration.

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  • The Ketel One Botanical x Susan Alexandra holiday collection includes hand-blown glass straws, delicately embroidered napkins, beaded coasters, and the centerpiece of the collection, the Beverage Bag - a Susan Alexandra fan favorite that has been refreshed to fit a bottle of Ketel One Botanical to bring along as a host gift.
  • "We're delighted to work with Susan Alexandra on this very special collection," says Olivia Kupfer, Director, Ketel One.
  • "Everything she creates is brimming with elevated charm and joy, and is a beautiful complement to Ketel One Botanical's equally effervescent serve - the Ketel One Botanical Spritz.
  • When making cocktails the star of an event or stuffing a stocking with something fun and unique, The Ketel One Botanical x Susan Alexandra holiday collection offers a spirited solution for anyone's holiday needs.

Jamba Kicks Off the Holiday Season with New Merry Orange Cranberry Smoothie and Gifting Options That Let Fans Celebrate with Jamba All Season Long

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022

ATLANTA, Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As temperatures drop, Jamba is helping everyone embrace the chill with a brand-new seasonal smoothie, stocking stuffers, and unbeatable deals that'll have fans sippin' and gifting all season long. No matter what you crave, Jamba has something to keep everyone cool this holiday season.

Key Points: 
  • "At Jamba, we know our fans just gotta Jamba all year long, not just during the warm summer months.
  • This new smoothie hits all the holiday flavor high notes and is the perfect frosty and festive beverage for the season.
  • This holiday season the brand has the perfect gifting options and stocking stuffers for friends, family, teachers and neighbors alike.
  • Lucky for Jamba lovers, gifting at Jamba means sippin' on Jamba all holiday season long.

SSON Releases Agenda for 27th annual Shared Services and Outsourcing Week (SSOW) March 20-23, 2023

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022

NEW YORK, Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Shared Services and Outsourcing Week (SSOW), the longest running shared services and outsourcing event in the world, will take place at the Rosen Shingle Creek resort in Orlando, Florida on March 20 – 23, 2023. One thousand attendees will join speakers from PepsiCo, Mars, Walmart, Merck, McDonalds and more to hear about the future of the shared services and GBS landscape during hands-on workshops, in-depth sessions, and interactive discussion groups.

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  • NEW YORK, Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Shared Services and Outsourcing Week (SSOW), the longest running shared services and outsourcing event in the world, will take place at the Rosen Shingle Creek resort in Orlando, Florida on March 20 23, 2023.
  • One thousand attendees will join speakers from PepsiCo, Mars, Walmart, Merck, McDonalds and more to hear about the future of the shared services and GBS landscape during hands-on workshops, in-depth sessions, and interactive discussion groups.
  • This year's agenda follows four key themes: scope expansion, continuous improvement, talent management, and leveraging advanced technology and tools.
  • Debbie Ballard, Vice President, McDonald's Corporation
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We Are Social and The Narrative Group Announce Merger to Combine Earned and Social Expertise

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022

The Narrative Group will continue to own earned-led speciality offerings across Public Relations, Experiential Marketing and Talent services.

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  • The Narrative Group will continue to own earned-led speciality offerings across Public Relations, Experiential Marketing and Talent services.
  • While both companies will retain their individual brands, The Narrative Group leadership will work closely with We Are Social to help drive overall vision and enable market differentiation and disruption.
  • "Bringing together two talented teams will accelerate the growth of both We Are Social and The Narrative Group in the US market.
  • Leveraging their earned, influencer and experiential expertise, Narrative weaves campaigns into culture, achieving reach and relevance beyond the structured limits of paid media.

AIGA Launches New Professional Design Certification

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022

NEW YORK, Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- To meet the growing needs of designers, AIGA, the professional association for design, has launched a new design certification program geared toward Design Professionals and Design Leaders. In partnership with leading online learning provider, MindEdge Learning, AIGA is aiming to fill a knowledge gap needed for the future advancement of the design profession. 

Key Points: 
  • In partnership with leading learning provider, MindEdge, AIGA is pleased to share this new professional certification with the design community
    This new certification will help designers grow their careers, build leadership skills, and advance the profession
    NEW YORK, Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- To meet the growing needs of designers, AIGA, the professional association for design, has launched a new design certification program geared toward Design Professionals and Design Leaders.
  • AIGA Design Leader :This certification is geared towards professionals with at least seven years of professional design experience.
  • "The AIGA Professional Design Certification represents a commitment to the design profession and to lifelong learning.
  • "We're delighted to be partnering with AIGA, the oldest and largest professional membership organization for design, to build this new professional certification for the design community."

MLB ALL-STAR AARON JUDGE PARTNERS WITH TALL ORDER AND UNITED LEGWEAR & APPAREL CO. TO LAUNCH HIS FIRST-EVER MEN'S COLLECTION

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022

NEW YORK, Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Tall Order, a New York-based men's apparel and accessory company that specializes in standard and extended sizing, along with its partner United Legwear & Apparel Co. (ULAC), today announced a new equity partnership with MLB standout and four-time All-Star Aaron Judge. Together, the trio will produce Aaron Judge branded top-drawer basics – including the outfielder's favorite athletic sock silhouette – available in Spring 2023, with an expanded collection planned for the future. Judge joins Tall Order and ULAC following a career-best season in which he became the owner of the American League home run record with 62 homers – all while wearing custom Tall Order men's socks.

Key Points: 
  • Judge joins Tall Order and ULAC following a career-best season in which he became the owner of the American League home run record with 62 homers all while wearing custom Tall Order men's socks.
  • Judge discovered Tall Order earlier this year, which was founded by New York-based twin brothers Mike and Dan Friedman, both of whom stand over 6-foot-9.
  • Together, Judge and Tall Order will design comfortable, better-fitting basics available in both standard and extended sizing, produced by ULAC and marked with Judge's logo.
  • About United Legwear & Apparel Co.:
    United Legwear & Apparel Co. (ULAC) is a 24-year-old New York City-based global entity that designs, manufactures, markets, and distributes legwear, bodywear, apparel and accessories to the world's leading retailers.

New Study Finds that PowerMyLearning's SEL Program Accelerates Math and Reading Outcomes and Improves Student Behavior

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022

NEW YORK and SAN JOSE, Calif., Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- PowerMyLearning, a K-12 nonprofit that unlocks the power of collaboration among families, teachers, and students, today shared research results from their "Nurture Student Growth Through Social Emotional Learning (SEL)" program at Jeanne R. Meadows Elementary School ("Meadows"). The research shows that integrating SEL practices into academic instruction can accelerate reading and math outcomes and improve student behavior and SEL skills like self-efficacy.

Key Points: 
  • After integrating SEL into academic instruction, Jeanne R. Meadows Elementary improved student behavior, strengthened SEL skills, and saw a statistically significant difference in the proportion of students who exceeded or met district math and reading benchmarks.
  • The research shows that integrating SEL practices into academic instruction can accelerate reading and math outcomes and improve student behavior and SEL skills like self-efficacy.
  • With PowerMyLearning's support, Meadows effectively addressed all three focus areas and accelerated reading and math outcomes.
  • Improved students' behavior and SEL skills: By embedding SEL into the curriculum, students became better equipped to manage their emotions and developed key skills to support their learning.

Tuned Wins UCSF Health Hub Digital Health Rising Star Award at HLTH 2022

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022

Announced yesterday at HLTH 2022, the award acknowledges the employer-targeted digital health products or solutions that help improve overall employee health & wellness through better prevention program management.

Key Points: 
  • Announced yesterday at HLTH 2022, the award acknowledges the employer-targeted digital health products or solutions that help improve overall employee health & wellness through better prevention program management.
  • Employers that use Tuned take a preventative, holistic approach to hearing care complete with transparent pricing models and enrollment support.
  • The UCSF Health Hub Digital Health Awards recognize the achievements of innovative health tech companies that are dramatically improving healthcare through the use of technology in the digital health industry.
  • The Rising Star track is new this year, recognizing up-and-coming companies to watch in the digital health space.