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Donald S. Karcher, MD, FCAP, elected 38th President of the College of American Pathologists

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Saturday, October 7, 2023
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Donald S. Karcher, MD, FCAP, is the newly elected President of the College of American Pathologists (CAP).

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  • Donald S. Karcher, MD, FCAP, is the newly elected President of the College of American Pathologists (CAP).
  • At a meeting of the membership on Saturday, October 7, 2023, Dr. Karcher was inaugurated as the organization’s 38th President.
  • “As pathologists we all share the same challenges, celebrate the same victories, and deal with the same defeats.
  • Another goal is to assure pathologists are increasingly visible to the healthcare system and to their patients.

Patriot Glass Solutions’, a Division of C-Bond Systems, Continues to Receive Purchase Orders from Texas School Districts, Most Recently Fort Sam Houston ISD and Center Point ISD

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Tuesday, August 29, 2023
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SAN ANTONIO, Aug. 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Patriot Glass Solutions , a division of C-Bond Systems (the “Company” or “C-Bond”) (OTC: CBNT), a developer and marketer of glass strengthening solutions for enhanced safety, announced today that it continues to receive purchase orders from Texas school districts, most recently Fort Sam Houston ISD and Center Point ISD.

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  • SAN ANTONIO, Aug. 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Patriot Glass Solutions , a division of C-Bond Systems (the “Company” or “C-Bond”) (OTC: CBNT), a developer and marketer of glass strengthening solutions for enhanced safety, announced today that it continues to receive purchase orders from Texas school districts, most recently Fort Sam Houston ISD and Center Point ISD.
  • Patriot Glass Solutions’ patented C-Bond technology has already been installed in more than 130 schools in Texas.
  • “Our forced entry-resistant security film is a best-in-class, value-added product,” stated Michael Wanke, President of Patriot Glass Solutions.
  • For more information about Patriot Glass Solutions’ products, please call 844-602-2663 or email Michael Wanke at [email protected] .

Distinguished Military Leader Joins USAA as CEO Chief of Staff

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Monday, June 5, 2023
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SAN ANTONIO, June 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- USAA announced the appointment of Major General (Retired) Robert F. Whittle, Jr., as Senior Vice President and Chief of Staff, reporting to President and Chief Executive Officer Wayne Peacock.

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  • MAJ GEN (Ret) Robert F. Whittle, Jr. hired as SVP, CEO Chief of Staff after a nationwide search
    SAN ANTONIO, June 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- USAA announced the appointment of Major General (Retired) Robert F. Whittle, Jr., as Senior Vice President and Chief of Staff, reporting to President and Chief Executive Officer Wayne Peacock.
  • He was most recently the deputy commanding general of operations for U.S. Army North (ARNORTH), headquartered at Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio.
  • "He will provide unique insights to help bring solutions for USAA members and I'm honored to welcome Bob to the USAA leadership team."
  • "Joining USAA is an opportunity to continue my service to the military community," said Whittle.

iCRYO Announces Newest American Hero Program Franchisees

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Wednesday, March 22, 2023
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HOUSTON, March 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- iCRYO, the fast-growing recovery and wellness brand, has announced its newest American Hero Franchise Program franchisees, military veterans Steve Giordano and Annette Zamora-Giordano. The husband-and-wife duo are on track to open two new locations in Fort Worth and Lewisville, Texas.

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  • Emerging Recovery and Wellness Franchise to Add Two New Locations in Fort Worth and Lewisville, Texas
    HOUSTON, March 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- iCRYO , the fast-growing recovery and wellness brand, has announced its newest American Hero Franchise Program franchisees, military veterans Steve Giordano and Annette Zamora-Giordano.
  • iCRYO's American Hero Franchise Program aims to create veteran-friendly franchise opportunities in growing communities.
  • "We established the American Hero Franchise to offer a unique opportunity for Veterans and Active-Duty Service Members interested in owning their own business."
  • The Giordano's join fellow iCRYO American Hero Franchise Program franchisees Travis Ala, Greg Christensen, David Buzzetti, Alex and Cecilia Prince, Shaun Six and Chris Cagle.

KELLIE WASHBURN JOINS ENDEAVORS AS PROTOCOL AND EVENTS DIRECTOR

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Tuesday, May 10, 2022
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San Antonio, Texas, May 10, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Endeavors is excited to welcome Kellie Washburn into the position of Protocol and Events Director, a role in which she will be responsible for leading the planning, execution and delivery of all official visits and corporate events held on behalf of Endeavors.

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  • San Antonio, Texas, May 10, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Endeavors is excited to welcome Kellie Washburn into the position of Protocol and Events Director, a role in which she will be responsible for leading the planning, execution and delivery of all official visits and corporate events held on behalf of Endeavors.
  • With over 10 years of professional experience and expertise in protocol and event planning, Washburn brings a wealth of experience to the table.
  • With Endeavors significant growth over the past few years, we have experienced an increasing need to offer events where we serve, said Jon Allman, Endeavors President & CEO.
  • I look forward to coordinating events that have an impact and help strengthen our ties in the local community, said Washburn.

Chad A. Krueger, MD, FAAOS, named member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons' Board of Directors

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Thursday, March 24, 2022
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CHICAGO, March 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Chad A. Krueger, MD, FAAOS, a Pennsylvania-based orthopaedic surgeon at Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, was named a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons ' (AAOS) Board of Directors.

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  • CHICAGO, March 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Chad A. Krueger, MD, FAAOS, a Pennsylvania-based orthopaedic surgeon at Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, was named a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons ' (AAOS) Board of Directors.
  • Most recently, he served as a member of the AAOS Membership Council and Adult Reconstruction Hip Program Committee.
  • He recently completed a Health Policy Fellowship with the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons, and the American Orthopaedic Association's Emerging Leader Program.
  • With more than 39,000 members, the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons is the world's largest medical association of musculoskeletal specialists.

CPS Energy & Quidnet Energy Announce Landmark Agreement to Build Grid-Scale, Long Duration, Geomechanical Pumped Storage Project in Texas

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Monday, March 7, 2022
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SAN ANTONIO, March 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CPS Energy and Quidnet Energy today announced a 15-year commercial agreement for an energy storage project employing Quidnet's Geomechanical Pumped Storage (GPS) technology.

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  • SAN ANTONIO, March 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CPS Energy and Quidnet Energy today announced a 15-year commercial agreement for an energy storage project employing Quidnet's Geomechanical Pumped Storage (GPS) technology.
  • CPS Energy has partnered with Quidnet under a 15-year agreement that will allow time for both parties to explore this type of technology.
  • CPS Energy will have the option to expand the project to provide 15 MW as the project matures.
  • EPIcenter's Innovation Management program was engaged to support CPS Energy's decision-making process for this novel form of energy storage.

HealthComp Acquires Gilsbar’s TPA Division

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Monday, January 17, 2022
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HealthComp Holding Company LLC (HealthComp or the Company), a New Mountain Capital company and a leading Third-Party Administrator (TPA) of healthcare benefits for self-funded employers, today announced that it has acquired Gilsbars TPA and Care Management (MedCom) divisions (Gilsbar, LLC).

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  • HealthComp Holding Company LLC (HealthComp or the Company), a New Mountain Capital company and a leading Third-Party Administrator (TPA) of healthcare benefits for self-funded employers, today announced that it has acquired Gilsbars TPA and Care Management (MedCom) divisions (Gilsbar, LLC).
  • HealthComp has chosen to invest in Gilsbars TPA because of its exceptional reputation, its outstanding market performance, and its high caliber of talent, said Jose Rivero , CEO of HealthComp.
  • Through MedCom, Gilsbars in-house care management division, the company delivers care management programs that positively impact employee health and wellbeing.
  • Gilsbars strong national presence and care management capabilities will move HealthComp one step closer to building a leading, national TPA of self-insured health plans.

James Avery Artisan Jewelry opening soon at an H-E-B in Portland, Texas

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Thursday, September 23, 2021
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KERRVILLE, Texas, Sept. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --James Avery Artisan Jewelry, a Texas-based and family-owned jewelry retailer, announces the opening of its new store on September 29 in Portland in H-E-B.

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  • KERRVILLE, Texas, Sept. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --James Avery Artisan Jewelry, a Texas-based and family-owned jewelry retailer, announces the opening of its new store on September 29 in Portland in H-E-B.
  • "We're excited to open our second location in partnership with H-E-B," said John McCullough, CEO of James Avery Artisan Jewelry.
  • About James Avery Artisan Jewelry James Avery is a vertically integrated, family-owned company located in the heart of the Texas Hill Country.
  • Hourly drawings on Sept. 18 and Sept. 25 between 11:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. during the Grand Opening Celebrations at the Portland James Avery Artisan Jewelry store.

James Avery Artisan Jewelry now open at Kyle Crossing

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Wednesday, August 11, 2021
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KERRVILLE, Texas, Aug. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --James Avery Artisan Jewelry, a family-owned jewelry retailer based in Texas, announces the opening of its newest store in Kyle Crossing at 5188 Kyle Center Dr, Ste 103 Kyle, TX 78640.

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  • KERRVILLE, Texas, Aug. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --James Avery Artisan Jewelry, a family-owned jewelry retailer based in Texas, announces the opening of its newest store in Kyle Crossing at 5188 Kyle Center Dr, Ste 103 Kyle, TX 78640.
  • "Our associates are ready to greet customers in the new Kyle Crossing store today," says James Avery CEO John McCullough.
  • Putting customer and associate safety first, the Kyle Crossing store is following recommended COVID-19 health protocols and guidelines implemented in all James Avery stores.
  • About James Avery Artisan Jewelry James Avery is a vertically integrated, family-owned company located in the heart of the Texas Hill Country.