BIPOC

CCEDA UNVEILS SURVEY INTO BANK SUPPORT FOR CALIFORNIA CDCS AND CDFIS

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- California Community Economic Development Association (CCEDA) in collaboration with Rise Economy, formerly known as the Community Reinvestment Coalition, has released the results of a survey aimed at illuminating the funding landscape for Community Development Corporations (CDCs) and Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) across California. Conducted between August 2nd and September 21st, 2023, the survey reached out to over 100 CDCs and CDFIs, receiving 45 responses (40%).

Key Points: 
  • Conducted between August 2nd and September 21st, 2023, the survey reached out to over 100 CDCs and CDFIs, receiving 45 responses (40%).
  • The top two banks cited by CDCs and CDFIs, especially BIPOC led CDFIs, were JP Morgan Chase and Wells Fargo Bank, while a large number of CDCs, more almost 40%, pointed to NO bank support.
  • "This report stands as an important instrument in encouraging bank backing for the invaluable efforts of CDCs and CDFIs in California," stated Roberto Barragan, Executive Director at CCEDA.
  • Fifty five banks were listed in the survey including JPMorgan Chase (including First Republic), Bank of America, Citibank, Wells Fargo Bank, US Bank (including Union Bank), PNC Bank, Goldman Sachs, Capital One, BMO (including Bank of the West), First Citizens Bank, Morgan Stanley, Ally Bank, HSBC, City National Bank, Comerica Bank, Western Alliance Bank, EastWest Bank, Umpqua Bank, Pacific Western Bank, First Bank, Cathay Bank, Pacific Premier Bank, Bank of Hope, Mechanics Bank, Banner Bank, First Foundation Bank, and Farmers and Merchants Bank (Long Beach).

CINESPACE STUDIOS TORONTO PARTNERS WITH NABET 700-M UNIFOR TO EXPAND CINECARES WORKFORCE TRAINING PROGRAM

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Wednesday, November 22, 2023

TORONTO and CHICAGO, Nov. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cinespace Studios announces a new partnership with NABET 700-M UNIFOR to expand its CineCares Workforce Training Program in Toronto. Cameron Pictures and Lark Productions are producing the upcoming "Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent," the first Canadian production to participate in the program with NABET 700-M UNIFOR, currently filming at Cinespace Toronto and set to air on Citytv and Citytv+ in Spring 2024. Selected trainees are offered hands-on experience on set in the sound, script, and lighting departments.

Key Points: 
  • Cameron Pictures and Lark Productions join as first Canadian Production Partners with "Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent"
    TORONTO and CHICAGO, Nov. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cinespace Studios announces a new partnership with NABET 700-M UNIFOR to expand its CineCares Workforce Training Program in Toronto.
  • Cameron Pictures and Lark Productions are producing the upcoming "Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent," the first Canadian production to participate in the program with NABET 700-M UNIFOR, currently filming at Cinespace Toronto and set to air on Citytv and Citytv+ in Spring 2024.
  • Launched in the spring of 2023, the CineCares Workforce Training program offers participants on-set experience to pursue union membership.
  • "NABET 700-M UNIFOR appreciates the opportunity to partner with Cinespace Studios, through the CineCares workforce training program, as well as our long-standing production partners at Cameron Pictures and now Lark Productions to work together to add to the depth and diversity of our skilled workforce through paid, on-the-job training opportunities on Law and Order Toronto: Criminal Intent," said Jayson Mosek, Business Agent at NABET 700-M UNIFOR.

Travel Oregon Awards $3.6 Million in Grants to Fund Accessible and Inclusive Tourism Projects Across the State

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Friday, November 17, 2023

PORTLAND, Ore., Nov. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Oregon Tourism Commission, dba Travel Oregon, is pleased to announce that $3.6 million has been awarded to 56 recipients through the agency's 2023 Competitive Grants Program. This impactful grant cycle reflects the agency's ongoing commitment to equity and to enhancing local economies, creating jobs and strengthening communities across the state by investing in the creation and promotion of remarkable visitor experiences.

Key Points: 
  • PORTLAND, Ore., Nov. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Oregon Tourism Commission, dba Travel Oregon, is pleased to announce that $3.6 million has been awarded to 56 recipients through the agency's 2023 Competitive Grants Program.
  • "To say I'm inspired by the potential of this year's grant awards would be an understatement," said Todd Davidson, CEO of Travel Oregon.
  • Awardees must demonstrate direct work in support of improving the economic impacts of Oregon's travel and tourism industry.
  • As such, eligible projects must clearly show alignment to tourism infrastructure that is accessible/inclusive or accessible/inclusive tourism promotion.

Massachusetts Nurses Association Statement Regarding Healey-Driscoll Administration Reports on Maternal Child Health Access

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

CANTON, Mass., Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Massachusetts Nurses Association (MNA) is hereby submitting its response to two reports released today by the Healey administration addressing the issue of maternal child health access: one addressing access to labor, delivery and postpartum care statewide; and the other addressing similar issues for Northern Worcester County following the controversial, and widely opposed closure of the Birthing Center at Leominster Hospital, the 11th such closure in the last decade. 

Key Points: 
  • We are encouraged to see recommendations for a thorough review of access in Northern Worcester County, but believe this should be extended to all regions of the state that have lost access to inpatient maternal health services.
  • The MNA has already filed legislation (S.1450/H.2251) that would establish such a process, but the DPH and the administration can implement this process without legislative action right now.
  • The problem of access to maternal child health services is multifaceted, and we agree that increased reimbursement for these services is necessary, and for some providers serving marginalized communities, funding support from the state may be warranted.
  • Founded in 1903, the Massachusetts Nurses Association is the largest union of registered nurses in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Del Monte Foods Announces Year 1 Progress on Commitment with Nonprofit Partner Healthier Generation to Nourish the Wellness of Youth and Communities Across the United States

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

WALNUT CREEK, Calif., Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Del Monte Foods, Inc. is sharing a progress update on the first year of its "Nourishing Families by Nourishing Schools" program, a groundbreaking initiative launched in partnership with the nonprofit Alliance for a Healthier Generation (Healthier Generation). This commitment was made in support of the company's Growers of Good™ purpose to grow a healthier and more hopeful tomorrow by making nutritious foods more accessible to all.

Key Points: 
  • Del Monte Foods' and Healthier Generation's partnership was announced at the 2022 Clinton Global Initiative (CGI) meeting.
  • Looking ahead, Del Monte Foods and Healthier Generation are committed to furthering their impact in year two and beyond.
  • Del Monte Foods will collaborate with Healthier Generation to support schools in meeting these criteria within the food and nutrition topic through resources and programs.
  • For more information on Del Monte Foods' commitment to fostering goodness for people, communities, and the planet, please refer to its Sustainability Report .

AdGrid.IO and Infinity Partnerships Launch Voices™ Marketplace

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

NEW YORK, Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Voices™ Marketplace has recently launched to solve the problem of scale in multicultural digital advertising.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Voices™ Marketplace has recently launched to solve the problem of scale in multicultural digital advertising.
  • The Voices™ Marketplace is a joint venture between Infinity Partnerships , the most inclusive ad tech consultancy and AdGrid.
  • To date, Infinity Partnerships and ADGrid.io have partnered with EBONY to power the EBONY Alliance and Mundo Now to power the Mundo Now Projec t , both of which empower diverse content creators.
  • Advertisers want to help diverse publishers but are also looking for performative campaigns - with the Voices™ marketplace we are delivering this."

National University Leadership Names to 2023 List of 500 Most Influential People in San Diego

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

SAN DIEGO, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- National University President Mark D. Milliron, Ph.D., and Dr. Nancy Rohland-Heinrich, executive vice president of communications and community engagement, were both honored as one of the San Diego Business Journal's 2023 500 Most Influential People in San Diego when the publication was released on November 13.

Key Points: 
  • SAN DIEGO, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- National University President Mark D. Milliron, Ph.D., and Dr. Nancy Rohland-Heinrich, executive vice president of communications and community engagement, were both honored as one of the San Diego Business Journal's 2023 500 Most Influential People in San Diego when the publication was released on November 13.
  • Dr. Mark D. Milliron, National University President
    The SD500 list represents the influential members of the San Diego business community who have shaped how the region has grown over the years.
  • "At National University, we work hard to make traveling these pathways possible for nontraditional, working, and military students.
  • National University — a nonprofit Minority Serving Institution that serves 50,000 degree-seeking students and 80,000 workforce and professional development students annually — is deeply involved in the community, including close partnerships with the City of San Diego, the San Diego Community College District and the San Diego Padres.

Liberty Mutual Foundation Awards Rebuilding Together Boston $75,000 to Rebuild Dorchester and Mattapan Homes, Revitalize Communities

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

BOSTON, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Rebuilding Together Boston (www.rebuildingtogetherboston.org), announced today that the Liberty Mutual Foundation awarded the local nonprofit a total of $75,000 in grants to serve homeowners and nonprofit community centers in Dorchester and Mattapan.

Key Points: 
  • To date, this funding enabled Rebuilding Together Boston to revitalize the Gallivan Community Center and 3 homes in Mattapan.
  • "We are extremely grateful to the Liberty Mutual Foundation for supporting Rebuilding Together Boston, to repair homes and revitalize communities for our neighbors," said Rebuilding Together Boston's Executive Director Janice Walker.
  • One of the Dorchester homeowners that Rebuilding Together Boston plans to help in the coming year faces unique challenges.
  • If you think you can benefit from Rebuilding Together Boston's services, contact RTB through this link: Rebuilding Together Boston - Apply Online

RazHer Collaborative Announces Strategic Partnership with VizSense to Bring Influencer Solutions and AI-Driven Consumer Insights to Mission-Driven Brands

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

In 2015, with a bold fusion of social science and computer science, Dr. Jon Iadonisi founded VizSense, a company that today stands at the forefront of the influencer marketing industry. By enabling RazHer Collaborative to offer the most advanced AI influencer capabilities, both companies are poised for growth. As the new CEO of VizSense, Kristen Standish brings a formidable blend of expertise and success in Influencer Relations, Media, and Software as a Service (SaaS). Since Kristen founded RazHer two years ago in November 2021, she and the team have seen value in combining best-in-class technology with influencer and marketing know-how to meet the specific needs of brands and organizations. VizSense brings to RazHer its technology to match a client's core values and mission with that of the content creators -- almost instantly. "This is truly a game changer for RazHer's clients and influencer marketing as a whole," Standish said. 

Key Points: 
  • In 2015, with a bold fusion of social science and computer science, Dr. Jon Iadonisi founded VizSense, a company that today stands at the forefront of the influencer marketing industry.
  • By enabling RazHer Collaborative to offer the most advanced AI influencer capabilities, both companies are poised for growth.
  • As the new CEO of VizSense, Kristen Standish brings a formidable blend of expertise and success in Influencer Relations, Media, and Software as a Service (SaaS).
  • "RazHer has been able to assemble and activate content creators to reach specific audiences in a meaningful way for brands.

Keap Inspires Entrepreneurs to Keep Growing, Announces 2023 Let's Grow Summit Winners

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

CHANDLER, Ariz., Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Keap, the leader in small business automation software, hosted the Let's Grow Summit on Nov. 8-10 and announced the 2023 Let's Grow Summit award winners. The three winners, HR Certified, Real Estate Master Quest and WeScale, were chosen based on their impact in the small business community, increased business growth and innovation in automation.

Key Points: 
  • CHANDLER, Ariz., Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Keap , the leader in small business automation software, hosted the Let's Grow Summit on Nov. 8-10 and announced the 2023 Let's Grow Summit award winners.
  • These business owners had big dreams, and crafted Keap automations to drive their revenue growth and scale their businesses," said Clate Mask, co-founder and CEO of Keap.
  • The Let's Grow Summit winners were announced at the event and attendees celebrated their success and learned from their stories.
  • Both the Let's Grow Award and the Lifecycle Automation Award winners were each presented with $5,000 to invest back into their business.