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LANGTON Unveils New Leadership: Daniel Pillai Takes the Helm as CEO and President, Paving the Way for a Visionary Future

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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Donnalee Langton officially passes the baton to Daniel Pillai, who assumes the roles of President and CEO.

Key Points: 
  • Donnalee Langton officially passes the baton to Daniel Pillai, who assumes the roles of President and CEO.
  • Donnalee Langton will assume the title of Founder and remain involved in a consultant capacity.
  • The first to launch Moroccanoil into the beauty space, LANGTON has been recognized as a leader in the industry since its beginnings.
  • To commemorate this leadership transition, LANGTON is embracing change with a total rebrand and unveiling a striking new logo and transitioning from Langton PR to simply LANGTON.

BECAUSE THEY'RE FUNNY COMEDY FESTIVAL RETURNS TO WASHINGTON DC

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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Washington, DC, April 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NICE CROWD, in partnership with Events DC , is thrilled to announce the return of the Because They're Funny (BTF) Comedy Festival , a three-day event dedicated to amplifying BIPOC comedic talent.

Key Points: 
  • Washington, DC, April 08, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NICE CROWD, in partnership with Events DC , is thrilled to announce the return of the Because They're Funny (BTF) Comedy Festival , a three-day event dedicated to amplifying BIPOC comedic talent.
  • A spinoff of the American Black Film Festival, BTF aims to propel a new generation of stand-up comedians to stardom and showcase content in the comedy genre that features people of color.
  • In 2023, the BTF festival garnered a tremendous response, drawing more than 5,200 attendees and 1,000 submissions for the showpiece "Breakout Comedian of the Year" competition.
  • BTF partners and sponsors to date are the presenting partner Events DC, DC Improv and programming from LAFF MOBB.

YR Media’s Adult ISH Podcast Season 11 Spotlights Young Leaders “Standing Up”

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
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Oakland, California, April 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Adult ISH , the award-winning advice, culture, and storytelling podcast from YR Media and part of the Radiotopia podcast network from PRX, is launching its 11th season with the first of ten episodes dropping Thursday, April 11, 2024.

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  • Oakland, California, April 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Adult ISH , the award-winning advice, culture, and storytelling podcast from YR Media and part of the Radiotopia podcast network from PRX, is launching its 11th season with the first of ten episodes dropping Thursday, April 11, 2024.
  • What differences are there as a teen versus when you’re a legal adult?
  • “Season 11 is about young people being authentically themselves as they follow their passions.”
    “As YR Media celebrates 30 years of impact – producing audio with aspiring teen and young adult podcasters, journalists, and musicians – I’m excited that Adult ISH will amplify even more of our YR Media students’ voices in this season,” said YR Media CEO Kyra Kyles.
  • Learn more about the podcast here and follow along on social media:

Altus Group Highlights ESG Progress in 2023 Sustainability Report

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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TORONTO, April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Altus Group Limited (ʺAltus” or “the Company”) (TSX: AIF), a leading provider of asset and fund intelligence for commercial real estate (“CRE”), has published its sixth annual Sustainability Report highlighting the Company’s progress in addressing environmental, social, and governance (“ESG”) initiatives critical to its enterprise risk management and long-term value preservation.

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  • TORONTO, April 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Altus Group Limited (ʺAltus” or “the Company”) (TSX: AIF), a leading provider of asset and fund intelligence for commercial real estate (“CRE”), has published its sixth annual Sustainability Report highlighting the Company’s progress in addressing environmental, social, and governance (“ESG”) initiatives critical to its enterprise risk management and long-term value preservation.
  • Notable ESG highlights from 2023 include:
    Climate action: a modest decrease in Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas (“GHG”) emissions reaffirms Altus’ low carbon footprint and proactive measures to mitigate environmental impact.
  • Governance: new nominations to Altus’ board of directors underscore a commitment to board refreshment, further aligning board expertise and experience with the Company’s evolving strategic direction.
  • To download Altus Group’s 2023 Sustainability Report please visit https://www.altusgroup.com/sustainability/ .

Federal Forecasting App to Add AI-Powered Recommendations and Other Features, Bringing Contracting Closer to the People

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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Federal contracting presents an attractive opportunity for people to earn a competitive income by providing products and services for the US Federal Government, which is one of the world’s largest buyers.

Key Points: 
  • Federal contracting presents an attractive opportunity for people to earn a competitive income by providing products and services for the US Federal Government, which is one of the world’s largest buyers.
  • At its core, the Federal Forecasting App is a wishlist of potential federal contracting opportunities, known as forecasts, across various federal agencies, such as the General Services Administration, Department of Homeland Security, Department of Defense, Department of Energy, and many more.
  • By implementing the automated search and notification function, the Federal Forecasting App is able to save significant time and effort for business owners.
  • “My goal with the Federal Forecasting App is to create a digital extension of such conferences that is available 24/7, 365 days a year,” Surratt says.

Aligning Missions, Getting Hired Now Powered by CareerCircle

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Monday, March 25, 2024
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BALTIMORE, March 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Workforce solutions company CareerCircle LLC, an Allegis Group brand, announced today that it has completed the transition of the Getting Hired platform.

Key Points: 
  • BALTIMORE, March 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Workforce solutions company CareerCircle LLC, an Allegis Group brand, announced today that it has completed the transition of the Getting Hired platform.
  • Through the strategic move, Getting Hired Inc., now known as Getting Hired, Powered by CareerCircle, will provide customers with enhanced access to a diverse pool of underrepresented talent, including individuals with disabilities, professionals with disabilities, women, veterans, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+ and more.
  • “The alignment with Getting Hired is a testament to our shared commitment to addressing the opportunity divide,” said Kim Sneeder, Managing Director for CareerCircle.
  • For more information about CareerCircle and Getting Hired, Powered by CareerCircle, visit https://www.careercircle.com/getting-hired-joins-careercircle .

RC Show 2024 Levels Up Its Culinary Offerings

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Monday, March 18, 2024
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Restaurants Canada, Ardent Mills, Lactalis Canada Foodservice and Dole are on the search for the country’s top and emerging pizza talent with the RC Pizza Competition .

Key Points: 
  • Restaurants Canada, Ardent Mills, Lactalis Canada Foodservice and Dole are on the search for the country’s top and emerging pizza talent with the RC Pizza Competition .
  • The highly anticipated Garland Canada Culinary Competition returns live and in-person with semi-finals on April 8 and finals taking place on April 9 on the RC Show Culinary Stage!
  • Visit the RC Pop Up Experience to learn, taste, and experience some of the best and brightest in Canada’s culinary scene.
  • ICAN’s special curation of recipes will be featured at the RC Pop-Up Experience, Food Truck’N Experience, and Breakfast With Champions.

City Year Announces Historic Partnership with Paul Quinn College, its First-Ever Partnership with a Historically Black College and University

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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The partnership with Paul Quinn College represents a first-of-its-kind collaboration with an HBCU, making higher education more accessible and affordable and opening direct access to corporate internships for City Year AmeriCorps members, alums, and staff.

Key Points: 
  • The partnership with Paul Quinn College represents a first-of-its-kind collaboration with an HBCU, making higher education more accessible and affordable and opening direct access to corporate internships for City Year AmeriCorps members, alums, and staff.
  • "To be in best service to our AmeriCorps members and alumni, it is critical to have HBCU partnerships, like this new partnership with Paul Quinn College, partnerships that create strategic pathways to opportunity for our Black and brown AmeriCorps members.
  • This shows our BIPOC community our deep investment in them,” said Stephen Spaloss (Boston, ‘91), City Year executive.
  • Watch this video from Dr. Lola Esmieu, Paul Quinn College Chief of Staff and a City Year alum, to learn more about the City Year and Paul Quinn partnership: https://library.cityyear.org/asset/6419e794-7660-41fb-ab41-b4c206652708/...
    For more information on City Year’s University Partnerships: https://www.cityyear.org/alumni-life/career-resources/university-partner...

Special Needs Network Secures Over $1 Million in Grant Funding for Groundbreaking Mental Health Initiative

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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This program aims to address the disparities in autism identification and services, particularly among African American and LatinX students.

Key Points: 
  • This program aims to address the disparities in autism identification and services, particularly among African American and LatinX students.
  • Furthermore, SNN has received a $750,000 grant from the California Department of Health Services (DHCS) as part of the California Youth Behavioral Health (CYBH) initiative, dedicated to supporting mental health initiatives for youth.
  • This funding will bolster SNN's efforts to deliver culturally competent, anti-racist behavioral health services right in the communities that need them ymost.
  • Special Needs Network, Inc. is a nonprofit grassroots 501(c)(3) organization responding to the crisis of autism and other developmental disabilities in underserved communities.

Boston Real Estate Inclusion Fund Launches Investment Offering on Small Change Crowdfunding Platform

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
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Small Change , an investment crowdfunding platform for real estate development with social impact, and Boston Real Estate Inclusion Fund (BREIF), an investment fund created by Black Boston developers, announce an investment opportunity in a $400M life sciences building at 22 Drydock Avenue in Boston’s Seaport District.

Key Points: 
  • Small Change , an investment crowdfunding platform for real estate development with social impact, and Boston Real Estate Inclusion Fund (BREIF), an investment fund created by Black Boston developers, announce an investment opportunity in a $400M life sciences building at 22 Drydock Avenue in Boston’s Seaport District.
  • Potential investors can use the Small Change portal to learn about the project and make investments.
  • Eve Picker, founder and CEO of Small Change, adds that she is equally proud to host the offering on the Small Change platform.
  • “It is fully aligned with our mission.”
    To learn more about the offering, please view the listing details at https://www.smallchange.co/projects/22-Drydock .