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Guy Kawasaki announced as keynote speaker at inaugural INNOVATEwest conference in Vancouver

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 29, 2024 /CNW/ - INNOVATEwest (IW) ,a two-day, multi-sector conference in April for tech and business leaders, is thrilled to announce Guy Kawasaki as a keynote speaker.

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  • VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 29, 2024 /CNW/ - INNOVATEwest (IW) ,a two-day, multi-sector conference in April for tech and business leaders, is thrilled to announce Guy Kawasaki as a keynote speaker.
  • Tech titan and Silicon Valley's Guy Kawasaki is chief evangelist of Canva and the creator of the Remarkable People podcast.
  • He is an executive fellow of the Haas School of Business (UC Berkeley), and adjunct professor of the University of New South Wales.
  • "As a pioneering figure in the tech world, Guy Kawasaki epitomizes the spirit of INNOVATEwest—bold, visionary and forward-thinking," said David Tyldesley, Co-Founder of INNOVATEwest and Cube Business Media.

Alaska Airlines adds exclusively brewed beer in unique can to premium beverage line-up

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

SEATTLE, Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines is now serving its first-ever custom craft beer exclusively brewed for the carrier by Seattle-based Fremont Brewing. Alaska's newest IPA will be offered complimentary in First and Premium Class, for purchase in the Main Cabin and served in select lounges.

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  • SEATTLE, Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Airlines is now serving its first-ever custom craft beer exclusively brewed for the carrier by Seattle-based Fremont Brewing.
  • Alaska's newest IPA will be offered complimentary in First and Premium Class, for purchase in the Main Cabin and served in select lounges.
  • "The 'Cloud Cruiser' is the result of two beloved and popular Pacific Northwest brands coming together to create a top-tier beverage to add to our premium line-up," said Todd Traynor-Corey, Alaska Airlines managing director of guest products.
  • "The only place in the world you'll be able to find this one-of-a-kind craft beer is if you're flying on Alaska or in one of our lounges.

China’s Shandong launches promotion activity of "Friendly Shandong, remarkable Shandong"

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Sunday, November 12, 2023

A special promotion activity titled “Friendly Shandong, Remarkable Shandong” kicked off in Beijing Exhibition Center of China on November 10, during which Shandong province extends sincere invitation to welcome people from all over the world to visit it.

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  • A special promotion activity titled “Friendly Shandong, Remarkable Shandong” kicked off in Beijing Exhibition Center of China on November 10, during which Shandong province extends sincere invitation to welcome people from all over the world to visit it.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231111147723/en/
    China’s Shandong launches promotion activity of "Friendly Shandong, remarkable Shandong" on November 10.
  • Shandong Province is located in eastern China with a large population, developed economy and rich culture.
  • With the event, Shandong hopes to show the world its profound humanistic charm, beautiful and majestic landscapes, delicious and fragrant local specialties.

reMarkable names Philip Hess, former president and CEO of Bose Corporation, new CEO

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

In his 24 years at Bose, including as president and CEO, Hess helped transform the company — leading it into new ventures, initiating its sustainability efforts, refining its brand, and reaching record revenue.

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  • In his 24 years at Bose, including as president and CEO, Hess helped transform the company — leading it into new ventures, initiating its sustainability efforts, refining its brand, and reaching record revenue.
  • "Throughout my career, I've worked on the leading edge of technology that makes a difference in people's lives," Hess said.
  • reMarkable creates hardware and software products for thinking in the modern age, for those who love the inspiration and clarity they get when working on paper.
  • Its flagship paper tablet, reMarkable 2, made Time magazine's list of "Best Inventions of 2020."

reMarkable names Philip Hess, former president and CEO of Bose Corporation, new CEO

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

In his 24 years at Bose, including as president and CEO, Hess helped transform the company — leading it into new ventures, initiating its sustainability efforts, refining its brand, and reaching record revenue.

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  • In his 24 years at Bose, including as president and CEO, Hess helped transform the company — leading it into new ventures, initiating its sustainability efforts, refining its brand, and reaching record revenue.
  • "Throughout my career, I've worked on the leading edge of technology that makes a difference in people's lives," Hess said.
  • reMarkable creates hardware and software products for thinking in the modern age, for those who love the inspiration and clarity they get when working on paper.
  • Its flagship paper tablet, reMarkable 2, made Time magazine's list of "Best Inventions of 2020."

QBE North America Employees Take Over 17 Million Steps to Raise More Than $50K for Cerebral Palsy Research

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

NEW YORK, Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- For the fifth straight year, QBE North America employees participated in STEPtember, a month spent taking millions of steps to raise funds for Cerebral Palsy Alliance Research Foundation (CPARF). Collectively,102 employees took 17,222,803 steps and with the help of the QBE Foundation raised more than $50,000 during CPARF's annual flagship fundraiser.

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  • NEW YORK, Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- For the fifth straight year, QBE North America employees participated in STEPtember, a month spent taking millions of steps to raise funds for Cerebral Palsy Alliance Research Foundation (CPARF).
  • Collectively,102 employees took 17,222,803 steps and with the help of the QBE Foundation raised more than $50,000 during CPARF's annual flagship fundraiser.
  • Initially, CPARF's mission focused solely on funding US-based research for cerebral palsy — the world's most common lifelong physical disability, affecting one million people in the US and 18 million globally.
  • Despite its prevalence, cerebral palsy is often underfunded and overlooked in the research space.

AvaSure Symposium to Feature Health System Leaders Addressing Real-World Successes in Virtual Sitting, Virtual Nursing and The Latest Virtual Care Trends, Such As AI

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023

BELMONT, Mich., Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- AvaSure, the market leader in acute virtual sitting and virtual nursing solutions, announced today that the full agenda is now available for the 2023 AvaSure Symposium, an in-person event for healthcare and nurse leaders seeking an unparalleled opportunity to connect, learn, and engage around virtual care.

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  • The in-person event, designed to elevate healthcare leadership journeys with innovative and educational programming on AI, virtual sitting and virtual nursing, will feature at least ten customer speakers.
  • Organizations with executives speaking at the event include: St. Luke's Duluth, Michigan Medicine, Beacon Health, Baptist Medical Center South, Madonna Rehabilitation, Ascension Texas, UCHealth, and Corewell Health.
  • This year's AvaSure Symposium will be held October 25–26 at the GVSU Richard M. DeVos Center in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
  • Renowned speakers, including customers and healthcare leaders, will share the latest insights and strategies, providing actionable takeaways for your leadership toolkit.

For the 2nd year in a row, GetUrns.com Makes the Inc. 5000, at No. 2531 in 2023, With Three-Year Revenue Growth of 216 Percent

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023

NEW YORK, Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Inc. revealed today that GetUrns.com ranks No. 2531 on the 2023 Inc. 5000, its annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The prestigious ranking provides a data-driven look at the most successful companies within the economy's most dynamic segment—its independent, entrepreneurial businesses. Facebook, Chobani, Under Armour, Microsoft, Patagonia, and many other household name brands gained their first national exposure as honorees on the Inc. 5000.

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  • GetUrns.com Secures Spot on Inc. 5000 at #2531 in 2023 with Remarkable 216% Revenue Growth.
  • 2531 on the 2023 Inc. 5000, its annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America.
  • The prestigious ranking provides a data-driven look at the most successful companies within the economy's most dynamic segment—its independent, entrepreneurial businesses.
  • Among this year's top 500 companies, the average median three-year revenue growth rate ticked up to an astonishing 2,238 percent.

WATCHFINDER TAKES TOP SPOT IN THE DIGITAL RETAIL INDEX 2023 according to Remarkable Commerce

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Wednesday, May 10, 2023

Commenting on the findings, Brad Houldsworth, head of product at Remarkable , said: "This year's Digital Retail Index demonstrates the sheer pace of change in online retail.

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  • Commenting on the findings, Brad Houldsworth, head of product at Remarkable , said: "This year's Digital Retail Index demonstrates the sheer pace of change in online retail.
  • Six of last year's top ten dropped out of the top spots altogether, while Watchfinder made huge gains to climb 110 places to top spot.
  • "This once again demonstrates that, even for the biggest brands, standing still is simply not an option when it comes to the digital retail experience.
  • To browse the full Digital Retail Index, visit 2023 Digital Retail Index | Remarkable Commerce
    The 2023 Digital Retail Index assessed 717 retailers in total – 500 drawn from the Internet Retailing Top 500 for 2023, as well as further 217 that featured in the 2022 Digital Retail Index but not in the Internet Retailing Top 500 for 2023.

Howard University Appoints Stacey Abrams, Esq. As Inaugural Ronald W. Walters Endowed Chair for Race and Black Politics

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Wednesday, April 5, 2023

WASHINGTON, April 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Howard University is pleased to announce the appointment of Stacey Abrams, Esq., as the inaugural Ronald W. Walters Endowed Chair for Race and Black Politics.

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  • WASHINGTON, April 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Howard University is pleased to announce the appointment of Stacey Abrams, Esq., as the inaugural Ronald W. Walters Endowed Chair for Race and Black Politics.
  • The chair will be housed in the Ronald W. Walters Leadership and Public Policy Center at Howard University.
  • "I am honored to serve as the inaugural Ronald W. Walters Endowed Chair for Race and Black Politics, having had the privilege of knowing and learning from Dr. Walters,” said Abrams.
  • Howard University first announced the creation of the endowed chair position in 2020 when Patricia Turner Walters, Ronald Walter’s wife, gifted Howard University with the couple’s personal collection of African American art valued at more than $2.5 million.