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Finalists announced for second Truist Foundation Inspire Awards

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
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CHARLOTTE, N.C., Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Truist Foundation today announced the finalists for the Inspire Awards, a pitch grant program that elevates and celebrates nonprofits from across the country with innovative solutions that support entrepreneurs. This year's awards spotlight how nonprofits can leverage technology to empower entrepreneurs to serve their customers, adapt during economic disruptions, streamline operations, and build partnerships that strengthen the small business community.

Key Points: 
  • "We're thrilled to welcome these seven nonprofit finalists to our Inspire Awards program; their care for small businesses and dedication to innovation is what helps our communities thrive."
  • The following organizations submitted solutions with transformational potential and have been selected as the new class of Inspire Awards finalists:
    ACT!
  • "I am uplifted by the remarkable Truist Foundation Inspire Awards finalists.
  • At the conclusion of the event, Truist Foundation will announce a winner, second place and audience favorite.

Dairy Farmers of Canada honoured at International Dairy Federation's Dairy Innovation Awards

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
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OTTAWA, ON, Oct. 16, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, Dairy Farmers of Canada (DFC) was honoured at the International Dairy Federation (IDF) Dairy Innovation Awards, which were handed out as part of the World Dairy Summit in Chicago, Illinois.

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, ON, Oct. 16, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, Dairy Farmers of Canada (DFC) was honoured at the International Dairy Federation (IDF) Dairy Innovation Awards, which were handed out as part of the World Dairy Summit in Chicago, Illinois.
  • "The honours received at the IDF Dairy Innovation Awards shine a spotlight on the Canadian dairy industry by recognizing its continuous innovation, both on and off the farm," says David Wiens, president of Dairy Farmers of Canada.
  • The two campaigns recognized at the IDF Dairy Innovation Awards center on how Canada's dairy farmers are committed to this objective.
  • The IDF Dairy Innovation Awards demonstrate and showcase innovative processes, practices and products within the global dairy sector that improve efficiency and contribute to the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals.

Central California Food Bank Receives $200,000 Donation from SoCalGas to Enhance Healthy Food Distributions for 7,500 Individuals Throughout Central California

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Friday, August 4, 2023
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FRESNO, Calif., Aug. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Southern California Gas Co. (SoCalGas) announced a $200,000 community investment grant that will sustain and enhance a select group of Central California Food Bank's School Pantry sites, Neighborhood Markets, and Farmworker Community Program distributions in Fresno, Kings, and Tulare counties. Through the end of 2023, this donation from SoCalGas' Fueling Our Communities initiative will help provide nutritious and culturally appropriate food to families and individuals experiencing food insecurity in underserved communities of Selma, Orange Cove, Pixley, Dinuba, Richgrove, Porterville, Visalia, Corcoran, and Lemoore.

Key Points: 
  • Many of Central California's families were negatively impacted by unforeseen economical spikes in food prices, transportation costs, and repercussions of a post-pandemic economy.
  • This community investment grant from SoCalGas will help Central California Food Bank serve 4,590 individuals in Tulare County, 1,020 individuals in Kings County, and 1,530 individuals in Fresno County each month through December 2023.
  • Central California Food Bank is one of several organizations selected from SoCalGas' 12-county service area to receive funding to provide free meals and groceries to low-income families and seniors in need of food support.
  • "SoCalGas values its partnership with the Central California Food Bank, as we work together to reduce food insecurity and provide healthy food to families in need."

Nuspire Continues Streak as One of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the Nation

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023
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COMMERCE, Mich., Aug. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Nuspire, a leading managed security services provider (MSSP), announced today that it has been named one of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® in Denver and Detroit for 2023 by the National Association for Business Resources.

Key Points: 
  • For over 25 years, the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® recognition has only been bestowed upon companies that distinguish themselves as having the most innovative business acumen and human resources practices.
  • This is the third consecutive year Nuspire has been named a winner in Denver and the 11th time the company has received this honor in Detroit.
  • Winning organizations of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® will be honored in person at the 2023 Best and Brightest National Summit on September 27-28 in Detroit.
  • To view current job opportunities and become part of an exciting work environment at Nuspire, visit http://www.nuspire.com/careers .

"We the People, a Summer Celebration" Honors America's Invisible History at President James Madison's Montpelier

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023
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MONTPELIER STATION, Va., July 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, The Montpelier Foundation (TMF) and Montpelier Descendants Committee (MDC) announced We the People: a Summer Celebration at Montpelier.

Key Points: 
  • MONTPELIER STATION, Va., July 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, The Montpelier Foundation (TMF) and Montpelier Descendants Committee (MDC) announced We the People: a Summer Celebration at Montpelier.
  • This free, family-friendly community event kicks off a multi-year memorialization project honoring American history and the formerly enslaved communityauthor at James Madison's Montpelier.
  • Montpelier is a place where everyone can come and see their history on display.
  • "Montpelier is a place where everyone can come and see their history on display," said Dr. Hasan Kwame Jeffries, Board Chair of TMF, and Rev.

Automated Business Designs Named a 2023 Best and Brightest Company to Work For® in Chicago and in the Nation

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Wednesday, July 19, 2023
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CHICAGO, July 19, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Automated Business Designs (ABD), developers of Ultra-Staff EDGE staffing and recruiting software, was named one of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® both in Chicago and in the Nation. This distinguished honor is the eighth consecutive year that ABD has been recognized by the Chicago Best and Brightest Program and the seventh consecutive year that ABD has been recognized by the National Best and Brightest Program.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, July 19, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Automated Business Designs (ABD), developers of Ultra-Staff EDGE staffing and recruiting software, was named one of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® both in Chicago and in the Nation.
  • The Best and Brightest Program honors companies that distinguish themselves as having the most innovative business acumen and thoughtful human resource practices.
  • All of these achievements help ABD excel as a Best and Brightest Company to Work For.
  • Automated Business Designs was recognized at Chicago's Best and Brightest Award Ceremony on July 13th at the Carlisle Banquets in Lombard, IL.

CTL Named to "Best & Brightest Companies to Work For" for Two Consecutive Years

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Friday, June 23, 2023
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PORTLAND, Ore., June 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CTL, a leading ChromeOS solutions provider and manufacturer of award-winning Chromebooks, has been named to the "Best & Brightest Companies to Work For®" list in the Pacific Northwest region for two consecutive years.

Key Points: 
  • PORTLAND, Ore., June 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CTL, a leading ChromeOS solutions provider and manufacturer of award-winning Chromebooks, has been named to the "Best & Brightest Companies to Work For®" list in the Pacific Northwest region for two consecutive years.
  • "We are honored to make the list of Best & Brightest companies in 2023," noted CTL CEO Erik Stromquist.
  • The winning companies were assessed by an independent research firm, which reviewed several key measures relative to other nationally recognized winners.
  • "Those companies that made the list of Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® as well as those companies that continue to make the list are truly remarkable.

PrizePicks Teams with Multi-Platinum Selling Recording Artist Meek Mill for Innovative Brand Awareness Partnership

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023
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ATLANTA, May 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- PrizePicks, the largest fantasy sports operator in North America, announced today that multi-platinum recording artist Meek Mill has joined the company as Brand Ambassador & Culture Advisor. The Grammy-nominated icon will be focused on onboarding new audiences to the PrizePicks platform and integrating the brand within the hip-hop community.

Key Points: 
  • The Grammy-nominated icon will be focused on onboarding new audiences to the PrizePicks platform and integrating the brand within the hip-hop community.
  • In addition to utilizing his highly followed and engaging social media channels, Meek Mill will be featured in upcoming PrizePicks advertisements and in-app promotional initiatives.
  • To celebrate the partnership, PrizePicks sponsored Meek Mill's Birthday Party in Miami to close out Formula 1's Miami Grand Prix weekend.
  • We believe he will be a great cultural advocate for our brand and more importantly, a valuable addition to the PrizePicks community."

Zeigler Auto Group Earns Second Consecutive Milwaukee's Best & Brightest Companies To Work For® Award

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Monday, May 8, 2023
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MILWAUKEE, May 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Zeigler Auto Group has earned its second consecutive Milwaukee's Best & Brightest Companies To Work For® Award. The coveted award given by the National Association for Business Resources (NABR) has a 1-10 ratio with only the "Best and Brightest Companies in Milwaukee" eligible for the recognition. Besides this distinction the organization is also the only auto group to make the list for two years strong.

Key Points: 
  • Zeigler Automotive Group today announced that it has earned its second Best & Brightest Companies To Work For® Award for Milwaukee.
  • MILWAUKEE, May 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Zeigler Auto Group has earned its second consecutive Milwaukee's Best & Brightest Companies To Work For® Award.
  • "Being recognized with our second consecutive Milwaukee's Best & Brightest Company to Work For Award speaks volumes about our world-class team members and culture in Wisconsin.
  • "I would like to congratulate the Wisconsin teams for qualifying for Milwaukee's Best & Brightest Companies to Work For.

Everest Business Funding Won Miami’s Best and Brightest Award Third Year in a Row

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Wednesday, May 3, 2023
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Everest Business Funding has been honored as a winner of Miami’s Best and Brightest Award for three back-to-back years.

Key Points: 
  • Everest Business Funding has been honored as a winner of Miami’s Best and Brightest Award for three back-to-back years.
  • “The National Association for Business Resources has overseen the Best and Brightest competitions for more than 25 years now, and we are honored to be awarded the achievement three years in a row out of those 25,” commented Everest Business Funding.
  • So far, the only two companies from the Miami area awarded Miami’s 2023 Best and Brightest Winners are CBIZ and Everest Business Funding.
  • For more information about how award-winner Everest Business Funding is helping businesses reach their goals through innovative funding options, visit https://www.everestbusinessfunding.com/about/ .