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Business and Government Leaders Throughout the Nation Join Students and Teachers in Celebrating FBLA Week

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

Reston, Virginia, Feb. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leaders in business and government across the country joined thousands of students and teachers in Future Business Leaders of America, Inc. (FBLA), the nation’s largest Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) focused solely on business, to celebrate February 11-17, 2024 as FBLA Week.

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  • Reston, Virginia, Feb. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leaders in business and government across the country joined thousands of students and teachers in Future Business Leaders of America, Inc. (FBLA), the nation’s largest Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) focused solely on business, to celebrate February 11-17, 2024 as FBLA Week.
  • They shared how FBLA benefits them personally and academically and urged Congress to reauthorize the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act, which officially recognizes FBLA as a CTSO.
  • During the week, members participated in numerous community service projects, thanked local advisers and state leaders, and focused on their future careers.
  • FBLA inspires and prepares students to become community-minded business leaders in a global society through relevant career preparation and leadership experiences.

Carl's Jr. Introduces Spicy Breakfast Burger and Spicy Western Bacon Cheeseburger

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

FRANKLIN, Tenn., Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Following the burger-induced chaos of Carl's Jr. Free Burger Day on February 12, when more than 200,000 burgers were redeemed, the brand is continuing to feed guests' insatiable craving for bold, new flavors. Available starting today, Carl's Jr. is introducing two menu items to its flavorful lineup – the new Spicy Breakfast Burger and the return of the Spicy Western Bacon Burger, both twists on the classic Western Bacon Cheeseburger.

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  • Available starting today, Carl's Jr. is introducing two menu items to its flavorful lineup – the new Spicy Breakfast Burger and the return of the Spicy Western Bacon Burger, both twists on the classic Western Bacon Cheeseburger.
  • As part of the flavorful upgrade, the Spicy Breakfast Burger features a charbroiled all-beef patty, topped with jalapeno coins, crispy bacon, an egg, pepperjack cheese, Hash Rounds® and ketchup, on top of a seeded bun.
  • The Spicy Western Bacon Cheeseburger features a charbroiled angus patty, topped with jalapeno coins, two strips of bacon, melted pepperjack cheese, crispy onion rings and tangy BBQ sauce on a seeded bun.
  • New My Rewards loyalty members can get their first Spicy Western Bacon Cheeseburger free with purchase and existing members can claim theirs for only $5 plus tax in the Carl's Jr. app.

FBLA and FCCLA Student Officers Advocate for Career and Technical Education in Washington, DC

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

Reston, Virginia, Feb. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Student National Officers of Future Business Leaders of America, Inc. (FBLA) and Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) are meeting with leaders in Washington, DC this week to highlight the need for Career and Technical Education (CTE) and Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs) in schools.

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  • Reston, Virginia, Feb. 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Student National Officers of Future Business Leaders of America, Inc. (FBLA) and Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) are meeting with leaders in Washington, DC this week to highlight the need for Career and Technical Education (CTE) and Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs) in schools.
  • Traveling from across the country to Washington, DC, during CTE Month, the 25 high school and college student leaders represent more than 400,000 combined middle school, high school, and college members of the two organizations.
  • “We are delighted to bring the collective power of our two organizations together to share this important message with elected representatives in Washington, especially as the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act comes up for reauthorization,” FBLA President & CEO Alexander T. Graham said.
  • The visits come as the two organizations celebrate FBLA Week February 11-17 and FCCLA Week February 12-16 to raise awareness about their missions and student activities.

CARL'S JR. LAUNCHES 2024 FOUNDERS' SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

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Thursday, February 1, 2024

FRANKLIN, Tenn., Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Calling all aspiring college students in states with Carl's Jr.® restaurants! CKE Restaurants, Inc. announces today the opening of its 2024 Carl N. & Margaret Karcher Founders' Scholarship application window. Ten recipients are selected for the scholarship each year, with each receiving $10,000 toward tuition at a college of their choosing, for a total of $100,000.

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  • Ten incoming college freshmen will receive $10,000 each in scholarships, for a total of $100,000
    FRANKLIN, Tenn., Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Calling all aspiring college students in states with Carl's Jr.® restaurants!
  • CKE Restaurants, Inc. announces today the opening of its 2024 Carl N. & Margaret Karcher Founders' Scholarship application window.
  • Ten recipients are selected for the scholarship each year, with each receiving $10,000 toward tuition at a college of their choosing, for a total of $100,000.
  • Learn more about the 2024 Carl N. & Margaret Karcher Founders' Scholarship, meet the 2023 winners, and APPLY HERE .

2023 Carl J. Schaefer Memorial Award Recipient Announced

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023

BIG RAPIDS, Mich., Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The NOCTI Board of Trustees named Ms. Cynthia Midgett of Pennsylvania the winner of the 2023 Carl J. Schaefer Memorial CTE Teacher Award.

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  • BIG RAPIDS, Mich., Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The NOCTI Board of Trustees named Ms. Cynthia Midgett of Pennsylvania the winner of the 2023 Carl J. Schaefer Memorial CTE Teacher Award.
  • The Carl J. Schaefer Memorial Award was established in 2013 to honor Dr. Carl J. Schaefer.
  • As a lifelong champion in career and technical education (CTE), he gained national recognition as a CTE educator and author.
  • This memorial award is a tribute to Dr. Schaefer's memory and recognizes an outstanding CTE teacher or CTE teacher candidate.

Stamford Health Launches New Palliative Care Program at Bennett Cancer Center

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Thursday, September 21, 2023

STAMFORD, Conn., Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Stamford Health announced the relaunch of an enhanced palliative care program, with services being offered to all patients in the Carl & Dorothy Bennett Cancer Center. This new program expands on the current palliative care offerings for Stamford Hospital inpatients. The program was funded in part by the Kanarek Family Foundation and Robin Bennett Kanarek, who authored the book "Living Well with a Serious Illness: A Guide to Palliative Care for Mind, Body and Spirit." The donation helped build a palliative care consultation room in the Bennett Cancer Center and is being used to fund education for Stamford Health care partners.

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  • STAMFORD, Conn., Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Stamford Health announced the relaunch of an enhanced palliative care program, with services being offered to all patients in the Carl & Dorothy Bennett Cancer Center.
  • The donation helped build a palliative care consultation room in the Bennett Cancer Center and is being used to fund education for Stamford Health care partners.
  • "Our expert palliative care providers create a layer of support to improve quality of life and help patients manage all facets of living with a serious illness," explained Sherry Ng, MD, Medical Director of Palliative Care at Stamford Health.
  • The Stamford Health Palliative Care Program offers a wide variety of supportive care services to patients of the Bennett Cancer Center, including symptom relief, advanced care planning, and in-depth communication about care goals.

Jennifer Carl Joins Alliant Insurance Services in Philadelphia

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Thursday, August 24, 2023

Jennifer Carl has joined Alliant Insurance Services as Vice President within its Employee Benefits Group in Philadelphia.

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  • Jennifer Carl has joined Alliant Insurance Services as Vice President within its Employee Benefits Group in Philadelphia.
  • Carl will focus on developing comprehensive and cost-effective benefits programs that help businesses develop and maintain their competitive edge in today’s fast-paced global marketplace.
  • “Jennifer comes to Alliant with both benefits and business consulting experience, allowing her to partner with her clients and help them make the best decisions for the bottom line and their employees,” said Kevin Overbey, President, Alliant Employee Benefits.
  • Prior to joining Alliant, Carl was Principal with a global consulting firm.

Carl's Jr. Announces Back-to-School Promotion with Free Backpacks

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Wednesday, August 9, 2023

As part of this initiative, Carl's Jr. will be giving away 4,500 free backpacks in total to children visiting restaurants in Utah and Idaho Falls, Idaho, on August 19, 2023.

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  • As part of this initiative, Carl's Jr. will be giving away 4,500 free backpacks in total to children visiting restaurants in Utah and Idaho Falls, Idaho, on August 19, 2023.
  • Participating restaurants will be giving backpacks to school age children 18 years and younger from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on August 19, or while supplies last.
  • To participate in this promotion, families are encouraged to visit the participating Carl's Jr. restaurants and enjoy a delicious meal.
  • For more information about the back-to-school promotion please visit your local restaurant.

Prestigious 'Carl Foreman Award' Finds New Home at Ringling College of Art and Design, Sarasota, FL

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Thursday, July 20, 2023

The annual Carl Foreman Award at Ringling College will be decided based upon students' senior year work.

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  • The annual Carl Foreman Award at Ringling College will be decided based upon students' senior year work.
  • It will include creative professionals, senior Ringling faculty, Ringling alumni, and cinema-going members of the public.
  • "We are incredibly honored to be the new host of the Carl Foreman Award," said Dr. Larry R. Thompson, president of Ringling College of Art and Design.
  • Ringling College Film students also take advantage of these spaces, resources, and have the opportunity to work with professional clients.

Carl's Jr. and Hardee's raise $1 million and counting for military veterans and families

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Tuesday, July 18, 2023

FRANKLIN, Tenn., July 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CKE Restaurants, the parent company of Carl's Jr.® and Hardee's® announced today that the Stars for Heroes™ annual fundraising campaign has raised more than $1 million for veterans and military families in need since the start of the campaign on Memorial Day. The funds will continue to benefit partner organizations USA Cares, Stand Up and Play Foundation, and various local charities selected by individual franchisees. USA Cares provides post-9/11 military veterans and families skills training and financial assistance to create long-term stability. Stand Up and Play Foundation provides adaptive sports equipment and engagement opportunities for veterans. 

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  • The funds will continue to benefit partner organizations USA Cares , Stand Up and Play Foundation , and various local charities selected by individual franchisees.
  • USA Cares provides post-9/11 military veterans and families skills training and financial assistance to create long-term stability.
  • Stand Up and Play Foundation provides adaptive sports equipment and engagement opportunities for veterans.
  • "Veterans are an important part of our community at CKE Restaurants, and this is just one way we show our gratitude and give back."