University of Missouri–Kansas City School of Law

UMKC Law School Provides Bar Preparation Program to All J.D. Students

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Monday, October 30, 2023
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UMKC School of Law is one of few law schools in the country to provide both a commercial bar preparation program and a supplemental in-person course at no cost to students beyond tuition and fees.

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  • UMKC School of Law is one of few law schools in the country to provide both a commercial bar preparation program and a supplemental in-person course at no cost to students beyond tuition and fees.
  • “This is a game-changer for our students,” UMKC School of Law Dean Lou Mulligan said.
  • “Law school is probably the most challenging intellectual exercise they’ll engage in, and the bar exam is the top of that mountain.
  • “We support our students from their first day at law school all the way through the bar exam.

UMKC Now Has A Football Team: The Kansas City Chiefs

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023
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Kansas City, Missouri, Sept. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The University of Missouri-Kansas City announced today that it is an official higher education partner of the Kansas City Chiefs , the 2022 World Champions.

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  • Kansas City, Missouri, Sept. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The University of Missouri-Kansas City announced today that it is an official higher education partner of the Kansas City Chiefs , the 2022 World Champions.
  • The Chiefs and UMKC also share many connections through alumni, students, faculty and staff, including:
    • Amy Patel, M.D., professor of the UMKC School of Medicine and an alumnae, was the 2022 Kansas City Chiefs NFL Fan of the Year .
  • • Jerry Blanton , associate director of UMKC Student Union, is a former Kansas City Chiefs linebacker and his son, Kendall Blanton, was a member of the Chiefs in the most recent Super Bowl.
  • Earlier this year, Kansas City’s university entered into a partnership with another city favorite, the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium .

Report: Retail Investors Aren't Slowing Down in 2023, Embracing Diversified Investing Strategies

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023
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NEW YORK, Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Public, an investing platform that lets members Invest in stocks, Treasuries, ETFs, crypto, and alternative assets with deep fundamental data and custom analysis powered by AI, surveyed 2,000+ retail investors and reviewed investing flows throughout the year to compile its 1H 2023 report. Key findings from the report highlight investors are remaining active in the markets this year but are shifting their strategies. In 2023, more investors are focusing on due diligence and research, using artificial intelligence to inform investment decisions, and diversifying into fixed income products.

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  • Key findings from the report highlight investors are remaining active in the markets this year but are shifting their strategies.
  • 19% of retail investors already use AI for investment research, with most holdouts being investors interested in learning how to leverage AI to inform their portfolio strategies.
  • Retail investor engagement remains strong in 2023, with investors focusing more on diversifying their investment strategies and looking at fixed income.
  • This report offers a directional perspective on the retail investor market, drawing from Public's community of investors.

Black Hills Corp. Announces Key Executive Leadership Appointments

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Wednesday, June 14, 2023
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RAPID CITY, S.D., June 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Black Hills Corp. (NYSE: BKH) today announced changes within the company’s senior management team and appointed a new vice president and treasurer.

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  • RAPID CITY, S.D., June 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Black Hills Corp. (NYSE: BKH) today announced changes within the company’s senior management team and appointed a new vice president and treasurer.
  • “These changes position the company with highly skilled, tenured and energized leaders committed to driving growth,” said Evans.
  • Stevens joined Black Hills in 2018 as the director of regulatory and finance and served most recently as vice president regulatory.
  • Black Hills Corp. (NYSE: BKH) is a customer focused, growth-oriented utility company with a tradition of improving life with energy and a vision to be the energy partner of choice.

Jason Terry and Ben Thompson of Gilmore & Bell, P.C. join 2023 Leadership Missouri program

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Tuesday, June 6, 2023
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Among this year’s 34 participants are Jason Terry, Director at Gilmore Bell in St. Louis and Ben Thompson, Director at Gilmore Bell in Kansas City.

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  • Among this year’s 34 participants are Jason Terry, Director at Gilmore Bell in St. Louis and Ben Thompson, Director at Gilmore Bell in Kansas City.
  • He is licensed to practice law in Missouri and Illinois and is a member of the Missouri Bar Association and the National Association of Bond Lawyers.
  • The 2023 Leadership Missouri program began on May 16 in St. Louis.
  • “Since its inception in 1990, Leadership Missouri has helped hundreds of Missourians grow as leaders,” said Daniel P. Mehan, Missouri Chamber president and CEO.

Texans Credit Union Promotes Tanya Patterson to Vice President of Strategic Solutions

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Monday, May 15, 2023
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RICHARDSON, Texas, May 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Texans Credit Union (Texans), a leading credit union in North Texas, announced today Tanya Patterson's promotion to Vice President of Strategic Solutions.

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  • RICHARDSON, Texas, May 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Texans Credit Union (Texans), a leading credit union in North Texas, announced today Tanya Patterson's promotion to Vice President of Strategic Solutions.
  • In her new role, Patterson will lead the newly formed Strategic Solutions department, which will focus on identifying new growth opportunities for the credit union.
  • "I am honored to have the opportunity to lead the new Strategic Solutions department at Texans," said Patterson.
  • We believe her leadership skills will be instrumental in helping Texans achieve its strategic objectives," said David Frazier, CEO of Texans Credit Union.

BUTLER NATIONAL ESTABLISHES COO ROLE TO DRIVE OPPORTUNITIES

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Thursday, January 26, 2023
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OLATHE, Kan., Jan. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Butler National Corporation (OTCQB: BUKS) announces the corporate organizational structure change with the establishment of the Chief Operator Officer ("COO") position, and the appointment of Christopher J. Reedy by the Board as Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer and Secretary of the Company. 

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  • Butler National is a recognized provider of professional management services in the gaming industry and a leader in special mission aircraft modifications.
  • Butler National has employed Christopher Reedy to perform many roles since November of 2000.
  • Leadership of each of the Butler National operating subsidiaries report to the COO.
  • Mr. Reedy has a very unique complement of experience and skills that make him well-suited to be the Butler National COO."

BOK Financial wealth management division names new chief operating officer

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Wednesday, December 7, 2022
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TULSA, Okla., Dec. 07, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Carrie Clasen Porter has been named the new chief operations and administrative officer for BOK Financial’s wealth management division, effective April 1, 2023.

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  • TULSA, Okla., Dec. 07, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Carrie Clasen Porter has been named the new chief operations and administrative officer for BOK Financial’s wealth management division, effective April 1, 2023.
  • In this role, Clasen Porter will be responsible for ensuring that BOK Financial Wealth Management offers financial professionals the latest technology and highest-quality service to their clients.
  • BOK Financial Corporation is a $45 billion regional financial services company headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma with $96 billion in assets under management and administration.
  • BOK Financial Corporation's holdings include BOKF, NA; BOK Financial Securities, Inc., BOK Financial Private Wealth, Inc. and BOK Financial Insurance, Inc. BOKF, NA's holdings include TransFund and Cavanal Hill Investment Management, Inc. BOKF, NA operates banking divisions across eight states as: Bank of Albuquerque; Bank of Oklahoma; Bank of Texas; and BOK Financial® in Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Kansas and Missouri; as well as having limited purpose offices in Nebraska, Wisconsin and Connecticut.

Booster Names Shenna Bradshaw Vice President, Legal

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022
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Booster , a leading tech-driven mobile energy delivery company, announces the appointment of Shenna Bradshaw as its new Vice President, Legal.

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  • Booster , a leading tech-driven mobile energy delivery company, announces the appointment of Shenna Bradshaw as its new Vice President, Legal.
  • Bradshaw, a former senior leader at Motiva Enterprises LLC, joins the company during a time of increasing enterprise demand and expansion to lead Boosters in-house legal team.
  • As Booster continues to evolve growing into new markets, expanding our service offerings, and revolutionizing energy delivery Shenna will help guide the legal considerations around our governance and operations, said Frank Mycroft, Booster CEO and co-founder.
  • Bradshaw will spearhead Boosters legal department, curating strategic advice and bringing legal depth to the organization.

AMERICAN CENTURY INVESTMENTS' DAVID LIVINGSTON RECEIVES NICSA RISING STAR AWARD

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Monday, September 19, 2022
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KANSAS CITY, Mo., Sept. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- American Century Investments Director of Compliance David Livingston was recognized as a Rising Star by the National Investment Company Service Association (Nicsa).

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  • KANSAS CITY, Mo., Sept. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- American Century Investments Director of Compliance David Livingston was recognized as a Rising Star by the National Investment Company Service Association (Nicsa).
  • Livingston, who has been with American Century since 2011, plays an active role in American Century's Pride Business Resource Group (BRG).
  • "I'm honored to represent American Century Investments as a Diversity Project North America 2022 Rising Star," said Livingston.
  • Livingston joined American Century Investments in 2011 as a senior marketing compliance consultant and has served as director of compliance since February 2019.