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Horizon Aircraft Announces Board of Directors for Post-Merger Public Company

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Tuesday, January 2, 2024

TORONTO, Jan. 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Robinson Aircraft Ltd., doing business as Horizon Aircraft (“Horizon Aircraft” or the “Company”), a hybrid electric Vertical TakeOff and Landing (“eVTOL”) aircraft developer, which previously announced that it would become a public company via a business combination with publicly-traded special purpose acquisition company, Pono Capital Three, Inc. (“Pono”)(Nasdaq: PTHR), today announced its Board of Directors, effective at the closing of its business combination.

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  • ~ Board Announced in Anticipation of January 2024 Merger Between Horizon Aircraft and Pono Capital Three, Inc. ~
    TORONTO, Jan. 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Robinson Aircraft Ltd., doing business as Horizon Aircraft (“Horizon Aircraft” or the “Company”), a hybrid electric Vertical TakeOff and Landing (“eVTOL”) aircraft developer, which previously announced that it would become a public company via a business combination with publicly-traded special purpose acquisition company, Pono Capital Three, Inc. (“Pono”)(Nasdaq: PTHR), today announced its Board of Directors, effective at the closing of its business combination.
  • The post-merger Horizon Aircraft Board of Directors will be led by Brandon Robinson, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Horizon and is comprised of five (5) directors that bring considerable field operations, corporate governance and executive management experience across the aviation and technology sectors.
  • Brandon Robinson, Founder, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of Horizon Aircraft commented, “We are grateful to have inspired both experienced public and private company executives to help shape the trajectory of Horizon Aircraft.
  • I look forward to working in partnership with this elite group to continue the development of our groundbreaking technology.”
    The composition of the post-merger Horizon Aircraft Board of Directors includes:
    Brandon is the co-founder and CEO of Horizon Aircraft.

Eli Israeli Joins Odysight.ai as Chief Technology Officer

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Monday, October 23, 2023

OMER, Israel, Oct. 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Odysight.ai Inc. (OTCQB: SCTC), a leading provider of visual based predictive maintenance (PdM) and condition-based monitoring (CBM) solutions, announced today the appointment of Eli Israeli as Chief Technology Officer.

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  • OMER, Israel, Oct. 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Odysight.ai Inc. (OTCQB: SCTC), a leading provider of visual based predictive maintenance (PdM) and condition-based monitoring (CBM) solutions, announced today the appointment of Eli Israeli as Chief Technology Officer.
  • With his wealth of experience Mr. Israeli will be pivotal in helping shape and steer the Company's technological landscape and drive innovation.
  • As CTO, Mr. Israeli will oversee the Company’s comprehensive technology strategy which revolves around ushering in pioneering Predictive Maintenance (PdM) and Condition-Based Monitoring (CBM) solutions, powered by Odysight.ai's cutting-edge visualization and AI platform.
  • Eli Israeli's illustrious career boasts a history of leadership positions, including his role as the Chief Technology Officer at Gadfin, where he spearheaded the development and execution of Gadfin's technology strategy, aligning these efforts with overarching business objectives and leading the charge in technology development.

Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada announces a judicial appointment to the Federal Court

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023

OTTAWA, ON, Sept. 26, 2023 /CNW/ - The Honourable Arif Virani, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, today announced the following appointment under the judicial application process established in 2016.

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Sept. 26, 2023 /CNW/ - The Honourable Arif Virani, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, today announced the following appointment under the judicial application process established in 2016.
  • Justice Ngo replaces Justice R. Barnes, who elected to become a supernumerary judge effective November 22, 2020.
  • Budget 2022 provides for 22 new judicial positions, along with two associate judges at the Tax Court of Canada.
  • Federal judicial appointments are made by the Governor General, acting on the advice of the federal Cabinet and recommendations from the Minister of Justice.

Dynamic Funds addresses crucial retirement income knowledge gap

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Monday, May 8, 2023

Dynamic Funds is addressing this gap with two new initiatives – the appointment of industry veteran Daryl Diamond as Chief Retirement Income Strategist and the build out of a dedicated Retirement Income Centre.

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  • Dynamic Funds is addressing this gap with two new initiatives – the appointment of industry veteran Daryl Diamond as Chief Retirement Income Strategist and the build out of a dedicated Retirement Income Centre.
  • "We are thrilled to welcome highly respected industry veteran Daryl Diamond as Chief Retirement Income Strategist of Dynamic Funds, to share his decades of knowledge and insights with our clients."
  • Daryl's exclusive retirement thought leadership covers topics ranging from longevity risk to tax minimization to retirement income solutions, which will be accessible to Canadian financial advisors and Dynamic clients through the Dynamic Retirement Income Centre.
  • To learn more about Dynamic Funds' retirement income initiatives, please visit the Dynamic Retirement Income Centre .

Governments of Canada and British Columbia provide over $13.5 million to train, recruit, and retain French teachers in British Columbia

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Friday, March 3, 2023

UBC Okanagan will receive $528,190 to take steps to build a long-term presence of French teachers in the B.C.

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  • UBC Okanagan will receive $528,190 to take steps to build a long-term presence of French teachers in the B.C.
  • Interior by developing future French teachers' proficiency and confidence to speak French and develop their identity as French teachers, and by providing currently practising French teachers with greater access to professional development.
  • Initiatives of professional development include the creation of networks among practising teachers of the Interior and mentorship activities for early career teachers.
  • "Education in French is at the very heart of the continued presence and vitality of Francophone communities in British Columbia.

Rayanne Darensbourg Joins Benetech Board of Directors

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Friday, February 10, 2023

PALO ALTO, Calif., Feb. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Benetech , a global nonprofit focused on providing equitable opportunities for all learners, today, in advance of International Day of Girls and Women in Science (February 11, 2023), announced the appointment of Rayanne Darensbourg to its Board of Directors.

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  • PALO ALTO, Calif., Feb. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Benetech , a global nonprofit focused on providing equitable opportunities for all learners, today, in advance of International Day of Girls and Women in Science (February 11, 2023), announced the appointment of Rayanne Darensbourg to its Board of Directors.
  • The Benetech board, a diverse and highly experienced group of professionals, leverages collective expertise and leadership from a broad spectrum of sectors including technology, business, philanthropy, and education to advance the organization’s mission of driving equity in education.
  • “Benetech envisions a world where learning is inclusive and equitable, and where everyone can learn regardless of ability, race, gender, or socioeconomic status,” said Ayan Kishore, CEO, Benetech.
  • Rayanne’s public and nonprofit expertise in operationalizing strategies for supporting students, teachers and families will help Benetech better serve students with learning differences and disabilities.”
    The newest member of Benetech’s Board of Directors, Rayanne will provide valuable strategic guidance to help Benetech intensively cater to underserved students domestically and further inclusive education globally.

Bow Valley College introduces its first-ever Director of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation

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Monday, February 6, 2023

Calgary, Alberta, Feb. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In its ongoing commitment to reconciliation and advancing Indigenization and decolonization, Bow Valley College is introducing its first-ever Director of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation.

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  • Calgary, Alberta, Feb. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In its ongoing commitment to reconciliation and advancing Indigenization and decolonization, Bow Valley College is introducing its first-ever Director of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation.
  • He will also oversee the College’s newly created department of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation.
  • Manyfingers is a proven, respected leader with an accomplished academic and professional background,” says Lynn Connell, Vice-President Learner Experience, Bow Valley College.
  • “What impressed me most about Bow Valley College is its diversity, the different pathways available to get to the College, and the skills students gain to transition to the workforce,” says Dr. Maurice Manyfingers, Director of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation.

Westcliff University Launches Highly Anticipated Ed.D Program

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Tuesday, August 30, 2022

Westcliff University , an established higher education leader, today announced the formal launch of its new Doctor of Education (Ed.D) professional degree program, designed for those pursuing educational leadership roles.

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  • Westcliff University , an established higher education leader, today announced the formal launch of its new Doctor of Education (Ed.D) professional degree program, designed for those pursuing educational leadership roles.
  • Westcliff Universitys Ed.D program is offered both in a fully remote, online setting or via traditional, in-person instruction at its main campus in Irvine, Calif. As a recognized champion of live online, asynchronous, virtual and face-to-face learning modalities, Westcliff University strives to meet the varied needs of students with its flexible program options.
  • About Westcliff University: Westcliff University is an innovative global higher education institution with its finger on the pulse of the international business landscape and the needs of todays employers.
  • Editors Note: Media interested in speaking to expert staff, faculty and leadership of Westcliff University should email [email protected] to facilitate interviews.

Sodoro Law Group Adds Top Talent to Its Insurance Team

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Wednesday, June 22, 2022

OMAHA, Neb., June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jennifer A. Miralles is the newest addition to the Sodoro Law Group roster. Originally from Australia, she brings 20 years of experience in both prosecution and defense to the team.

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  • Sodoro Law Group expands its collective insurance defense expertise with Jennifer Miralles on the team.
  • OMAHA, Neb., June 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jennifer A. Miralles is the newest addition to the Sodoro Law Group roster.
  • Sodoro Law Group is a full-service law Firm answering to the legal needs of Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri and South Dakota.
  • For more information, or to contact the team at Sodoro Law Group, go to sodorolaw.com or contact Kelsey Sievers at [email protected] or (402) 504-9346.

OCP Board Announces Appointment of Shenda Tanchak as Registrar and CEO

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Thursday, April 28, 2022

TORONTO, April 28, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Following a nation-wide search for an exceptional leader with a deep and unquestioned commitment to serving the public interest, the Board of Directors of the Ontario College of Pharmacists is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Shenda Tanchak (she/her), an experienced and highly respected leader in health regulation in Canada, as Registrar and CEO. Ms. Tanchak will officially join the College on May 30, 2022.

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  • The Ontario College of Pharmacists' Board of Directors has announced the appointment of Shenda Tanchak as the College's Registrar and CEO, effective May 30, 2022.
  • "On behalf of the Board of Directors, staff and stakeholders of the Ontario College of Pharmacists, and on behalf of the public whom we serve, we are thrilled that Ms. Tanchak will be joining the College as its new Registrar and CEO," says Mr. Billy Cheung (he/him), Board Chair.
  • "Ms. Tanchak is a strategic, thoughtful and confident leader with an impressive background in regulatory innovation and stewardship.
  • Prior to consulting, Ms. Tanchak served as CEO and Registrar of the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario and as Senior Advisor to the Executive Office at the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario.